Comments on: Welcome to Writers Worth Week!

By: Lori

Lori — Mon, 16 May 2011 00:04:05 +0000

Welcome, Rachel! That's the best idea – soak it in like a sponge. If you have questions, please ask! Plenty of us here are happy to help.

By: Rachel

Rachel — Sat, 14 May 2011 01:12:01 +0000

I just found your site, and I'm so excited to browse through! I'm starting as a freelance writer, and soaking in as much information as I can.

By: L.C. Gant

L.C. Gant — Wed, 11 May 2011 21:57:01 +0000

Yay, Writers Worth Week! I thought it'd never get here :) There's been so much great feedback that I almost didn't comment for fear I had nothing to add. Almost...

I particularly love the comments about finding support from other successful writers. That's really been the kicker for me as I've gotten started in this biz.

I have a certain level of success in mind, so I find folks that I know are at that level or higher and soak up as much advice from them as I can. I figure some of that positive energy is bound to rub off on me eventually, haha!

Thanks so much for putting Writers Worth Week on the map, Lori. We need it more than we often care to admit.

By: Lori

Lori — Tue, 10 May 2011 17:56:41 +0000

Wade, thank you for the compliment, and you're right. The community is essential. Too often I see writers floundering, afraid to ask for help. No need. It's here and in many places around the Internet. While I have seen a few writers intent on advancing their own careers at the expense of others, I'm happy to say that's the exception and not the norm.

By: Wade Finnegan

Wade Finnegan — Tue, 10 May 2011 16:19:35 +0000

Surrounding yourself with good people is key. As a sole proprietor you need support. The internet makes networking easy. If I started this 20 years ago, as I almost did, I would have felt alone. Lori and countless others have developed a community of freelance writers and they lead by example. This gives me the confidence that a freelancing career is viable and they lend a ear when I need someone to talk to.

By: Lori

Lori — Tue, 10 May 2011 13:52:00 +0000

mojo, that's fantastic! Good for you for realizing that a broader reperatoire was in order.

By: mojo

mojo — Tue, 10 May 2011 13:39:23 +0000

Think beyond writing articles. I've been having great luck with foundations and organizations that definitely don't want to hire a staffer, but have regular writing needs and don't want to continually train somebody new to handle them. One has provided a set monthly income for three years. Another I started with last year and they just doubled my contract. Aim for consistent clients on whom you can rely.

By: Lori

Lori — Mon, 09 May 2011 22:21:27 +0000

Hey, Pamela! Great to see you here, and glad you took something away from my post over at Damaria's. We have to talk – where in PA and what the specialty is, etc. Always happy to meet another writer, especially one in the same state!

By: Pamela

Pamela — Mon, 09 May 2011 20:52:50 +0000

I love your suggestions and see how they could improve my "fiction" business tremendously. So glad Damaria had you as a guest on Storypot today. Looking forward to hearing more from you and so happy to "meet" another Pennsylvania writer!

By: Lori

Lori — Mon, 09 May 2011 20:18:27 +0000

Great advice, Wendy. :)

Perfect, Susan! It's always a pleasant surprise to get more than expected.

Thanks, Jake! I see the Bruins are still going strong. I like that policy, BTW. Sounds like a great way to build a business while holding firm on the boundaries.

Such great advice, Damaria. I've learned tons from these people here and from other writers across the Web. We're always able to learn something.

Thanks, Kathy! Good to be back (almost - it was really gorgeous there). Thanks for the added traffic! If it causes one writer to make better choices, then it's made my week. :)