In this episode, we talk about some simple ways to over-deliver for your clients to foster the kind of consistency and reliability that will make them come back again and again. This episode is for freelance writers who want to know how they can go above and beyond for their clients without overextending themselves.

In this episode, we dive into subcontracting within freelance writing: why we have chosen to subcontract some of our work, the questions and concerns people have about the process, and how subcontracting has changed our businesses for the better.

In this episode, we get into why it’s so difficult to take breaks from work as a freelancer, how to unplug successfully, and why it’s beneficial to do so.

Most freelance writers get business because of referrals…but how do you find you get a referral engine going? In this episode, we discuss why building relationships is so important as well as how to stand out and be memorable.

In this episode, we discuss how to manage clients so that the revision process is a piece of cake. Our secret: The work comes before we get to a first draft.

In this episode, we discuss how positions of privilege affect freelance writing businesses, as well as what we can all do to create a more equitable environment.

An efficient freelance writing business is one that runs like a machine. It’s dependent on a lot of unsexy stuff, like contracts, accounting software, and templates. In this episode, we discuss the tools and resources we use to make sure we’re not wasting time and working as efficiently as possible.

Freelance writers can structure their business in a multitude of ways, working with dozens of clients at once or handling one at a time. In this episode, we discuss how many clients is the right number for us, and how we know when we’re working with too many.

In this episode, we discuss how freelance writing and self-employment fit into your overall work life. This episode is for people who have gone in and out of freelance work, aren’t sure it’s for them, or are midway through their career and can’t figure out how to start.

Today we’re talking about courses, certificates, and coaches. Who needs them? Are they worth the investment? What should you bear in mind when taking them?

When you productize a service, you make it easy for your freelance writing clients to buy a service off the shelf. Productized services may help you sell more, but they may also deter clients from working with you. Here's what you need to know.

Portfolio tips for freelance writers: What to include, what to leave out, and general guidance for curating a top-notch body of work to share with clients.

Your freelance writing business is coasting along. How do you take things to the next level? What does it mean to grow? Two not-so-big-picture thinkers discuss how we think about growth and offer suggestions on where to go (grow?) next.

The blank page. Ugh. It’s a source of intimidation and frustration. In this episode, we talk about our processes for getting a piece of writing out the door. We also concluded we don’t want each other’s jobs. Listen in to find out how many words Kaleigh writes in a day.

Flaky. Unprofessional. Frustrating. These are some of the words we’ve heard to describe freelance writers. But it doesn’t have to be this way! In this episode, we discuss why companies hate most freelance writers and how you can rise above the rest.

People say to pick a niche, make a course, and build a website. But we don’t think there’s one right way to run a business. Everyone’s path is unique and different. In this episode, we explore a number of myths about freelance writing businesses and offer alternative perspectives.

Does your freelance website really matter? Kaleigh doesn’t give the website too much credit, while Emma sees hers as a mark of her whole identity. Emma put her head into her hands while recording this episode. If you’re creating a website for the first time, revamping the one you have, or find yourself unsure what a website even means, this is a must-listen.

Guess what? You should probably charge more. But how do you figure out what to charge when there’s not a go-to source for setting freelance writing rates? In this episode, we cover strategies for setting rates, as well as some ways to justify those rates to the clients you serve.

How do you find quality, high-paying clients that are a pleasure to work with? In this episode, we cover how we found our first freelance clients, as well as how we find new ones today. It’s a BIG topic, but you’ll come away with ideas on where to start.

What do you do when you’re a freelance writer in the business of selling YOU? We discuss why you should approach freelance writing as a *very* official business. We talk about invoicing software, bank accounts, and recount the moments when we knew we were more than just piddly order takers.