Trudy Rankin

Trudy Rankin

Aug
18
Gold bars multiplying into more gold bars and coins as an analogy for a writer turning their interviews into multiple ways of creating new, paid content

From Interview to Everywhere: 5 Tips for How to Ask Content-Rich Questions That Work for Video, Social, and Articles

If you find this helpful, share it with another freelance writer who could use smarter strategies to repurpose their work.
7 min read
Aug
08
Woman in green shirt looking nervous about getting started using video to find freelance writing clients

Why Freelance Writers Need Video to Land Higher‑Paying Clients, Even if You’re Camera Shy

Find out how one 45‑second TikTok video landed copywriter Jamie Brindle a calendar full of clients, plus other examples of writers using video to land clients.
8 min read
Jul
25
Are You Ready to Turn Your Old Writing into Gold?

Are You Ready to Turn Your Old Writing into Gold?

Got a backlog of old writing collecting digital dust? Or maybe your idea well’s running a bit dry? This
3 min read
Jul
24
How to Audit and Update Your Old Writing

How to Audit and Update Your Old Writing

Is your old writing gathering digital (or real) dust? Don't let it go to waste. Here's how to rescue that potential pot of gold.
5 min read
Jul
11
When it Feels Like There's Nothing More to Say

When it Feels Like There's Nothing More to Say

Ever feel like you’ve said it all before? And now you have nothing fresh or original left to offer?
2 min read
Jul
10
The Fix for “I Have Nothing New to Say” Syndrome

The Fix for “I Have Nothing New to Say” Syndrome

Ever stare at a blinking cursor and think, “I’ve already written about everything I know”? That “nothing new to
7 min read
Jul
02
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Challenge Week 4: Build visible proof clients trust

'This week's challenge to help you hone your writing skills, so you can get well-paying freelance writing work from across the web.'
2 min read
Jun
27
Hate posting on social media? This LinkedIn routine attracts clients anyway

Hate posting on social media? This LinkedIn routine attracts clients anyway

If the idea of “doing LinkedIn” makes you want to crawl under a blanket and hide, you’re not alone.
3 min read
Jun
26
An older woman scrubs a mug trying to avoid the task she's set herself of posting on LinkedIn.  The cat has stopped chasing a mouse and both are watching her.

For Writers Who’d Rather Do Dishes Than Post on Social Media (But Still Want Clients)

If you think that LinkedIn’s only for shouty marketers and humblebrags you might want to think again. This 15-minute-a-day routine is perfect for writers who’d rather hide in the pantry than post. But still want clients knocking on their (inbox) door.
7 min read
Jun
25
Freelance Writers Online logo - teal with white writing underneath that says write well, live well

Challenge Week 3: Find freelance jobs nobody’s advertising

'This week's challenge to help you hone your writing skills, so you can get well-paying freelance writing work from across the web.'
3 min read