Ep.63: Colleen Shares How to Become a Freelance Writer
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11/29/21 • 32 min
Have you always been interested in becoming a freelance writer but just weren't sure where to start? My guest today, Colleen Welsch, is not only a freelance writing coach but is also a successful freelance copywriter!
In this episode Colleen shares what challenges she had to overcome in her journey to becoming a freelance writer. She also provides great advice on how to become a freelance writer as well as how to find success in the field.
Colleen's Links
Interested in learning more about Colleen's services or just want to check out all the free tools she offers? Visit her website here:
https://www.thefreelancewritersguide.com/
Colleen also provides a ton of great freelancer info on her social media pages:
Colleen's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefreelancewritersguide
Colleen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreelancewritersguide/
Colleen's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI70qjsx1tTGIU6BXhOE6Tg
And here are some of the external resources that Colleen mentioned during the interview:
Grit by Angela Duckworth https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501111116/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_DF99FXZ9Z5S5C9Z3W42F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Toggl - Task Tracker - https://toggl.com/track/pricing/
(Has a free option)
My Links
Thinking about making a career shift yourself? Visit my website to learn more about my career coaching packages, what services they include, and upfront pricing.
https://www.evergrowthcoach.com/
Tools I Use for This Show:
Podbean - I use Podbean to host my website because I think they do a great job of distributing it to podcast channels are super easy to use. If you'd like to give it a whirl, here's a link for one month free! https://www.podbean.com/GoFindOutPodcast
Canva - Free 30 day trial of Canva Pro! Make stunning social media images with Canva's designer tools! https://partner.canva.com/c/2534412/647168/10068
Looking for more inspiration?
Sign up for the Go Find Out Podcast email list and get tips on how to kick your fears to the curb and go find out! You'll also hear about upcoming guests and any new book releases! https://mailchi.mp/269e51a68b80/im-ready-to-go-find-out
You can also follow this podcast on:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GoFindOutPodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfopodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gofindoutpodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChkAbL0fPvaomE_vZKz-hIQ
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@evergrowthcoach?ch
Email me: [email protected]
Interested in my fiction or articles about being an Indie-Author? Check out my author website at https://www.jjrussellwrites.com
Want to support the podcast? Buy me a cup of coffee here!
Have you always been interested in becoming a freelance writer but just weren't sure where to start? My guest today, Colleen Welsch, is not only a freelance writing coach but is also a successful freelance copywriter!
In this episode Colleen shares what challenges she had to overcome in her journey to becoming a freelance writer. She also provides great advice on how to become a freelance writer as well as how to find success in the field.
Colleen's Links
Interested in learning more about Colleen's services or just want to check out all the free tools she offers? Visit her website here:
https://www.thefreelancewritersguide.com/
Colleen also provides a ton of great freelancer info on her social media pages:
Colleen's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefreelancewritersguide
Colleen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreelancewritersguide/
Colleen's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI70qjsx1tTGIU6BXhOE6Tg
And here are some of the external resources that Colleen mentioned during the interview:
Grit by Angela Duckworth https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501111116/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_DF99FXZ9Z5S5C9Z3W42F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Toggl - Task Tracker - https://toggl.com/track/pricing/
(Has a free option)
My Links
Thinking about making a career shift yourself? Visit my website to learn more about my career coaching packages, what services they include, and upfront pricing.
https://www.evergrowthcoach.com/
Tools I Use for This Show:
Podbean - I use Podbean to host my website because I think they do a great job of distributing it to podcast channels are super easy to use. If you'd like to give it a whirl, here's a link for one month free! https://www.podbean.com/GoFindOutPodcast
Canva - Free 30 day trial of Canva Pro! Make stunning social media images with Canva's designer tools! https://partner.canva.com/c/2534412/647168/10068
Looking for more inspiration?
Sign up for the Go Find Out Podcast email list and get tips on how to kick your fears to the curb and go find out! You'll also hear about upcoming guests and any new book releases! https://mailchi.mp/269e51a68b80/im-ready-to-go-find-out
You can also follow this podcast on:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GoFindOutPodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfopodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gofindoutpodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChkAbL0fPvaomE_vZKz-hIQ
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@evergrowthcoach?ch
Email me: [email protected]
Interested in my fiction or articles about being an Indie-Author? Check out my author website at https://www.jjrussellwrites.com
Want to support the podcast? Buy me a cup of coffee here!
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Tools I Use for This Show:
Podbean - I use Podbean to host my website because I think they do a great job of distributing it to podcast channels are super easy to use. If you'd like to give it a whirl, here's a link for one month free! https://www.podbean.com/GoFindOutPodcast
Canva - Free 30 day trial of Canva Pro! Make stunning social media images with Canva's designer tools! https://partner.canva.com/c/2534412/647168/10068
Looking for more inspiration?
Sign up for the Go Find Out Podcast email list and get tips on how to kick your fears to the curb and go find out! You'll also hear about upcoming guests and any new book releases! https://mailchi.mp/269e51a68b80/im-ready-to-go-find-out
You can also follow this podcast on:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GoFindOutPodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfopodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gofindoutpodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChkAbL0fPvaomE_vZKz-hIQ
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jjrussellwrites
Email me: [email protected]
Interested in my fiction or articles about being an Indie-Author? Check out my author website at https://www.jjrussellwrites.com
Want to support the podcast? Buy me a cup of coffee here!
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Show Links:
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Free UX/UI Design Course from Georgia Tech on Coursera
https://www.coursera.org/learn/user-experience-design
Wage/Salary Finder
https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/15-1255.00?st=FL&g=Go
My Links
Thinking about making a career shift yourself? Visit my website to learn more about my career coaching packages, what services they include, and their prices.
https://www.evergrowthcoach.com/
Tools I Use for This Show:
Podbean - I use Podbean to host my website because I think they do a great job of distributing it to podcast channels are super easy to use. If you'd like to give it a whirl, here's a link for one month free! https://www.podbean.com/GoFindOutPodcast
Canva - Free 30 day trial of Canva Pro! Make stunning social media images with Canva's designer tools! https://partner.canva.com/c/2534412/647168/10068
Looking for more inspiration?
Sign up for the Go Find Out Podcast email list and get tips on how to kick your fears to the curb and go find out! You'll also hear about upcoming guests and any new book releases! https://mailchi.mp/269e51a68b80/im-ready-to-go-find-out
You can also follow this podcast on:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GoFindOutPodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gfopodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gofindoutpodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChkAbL0fPvaomE_vZKz-hIQ
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@evergrowthcoach?
Email me: [email protected]
Interested in my fiction or articles about being an Indie-Author? Check out my author website at https://www.jjrussellwrites.com
Want to support the podcast? Buy me a cup of coffee here!
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