Comments on: Networking Tips for Successful Writers – How to Get More Writing Jobs

By: Tips for Freelancers - Dealing With the Ups and Downs of a Writing Career

Tips for Freelancers - Dealing With the Ups and Downs of a Writing Career — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:28:10 +0000

[...] 6. Network with other writers and entrepreneurs. Don’t just hang out on writers’ forums or join writers’ organizations; spend time with other entrepreneurs. Exchange ideas and energy with people who are building and maintaining their own businesses. Learn how they cope with the insecurities of freelance work. For info on getting more writing jobs, read Networking Tips for Successful Writers. [...]

By: Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:51:56 +0000

Thanks for taking the time to comment — I’m very happy to hear from you all!
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By: John

John — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 17:12:17 +0000

Thanks Laurie for a very inspiring and encouraging
post. I didn’t thought that networking have that much role on being successful writer. Now, knowing this great tips I think I can be more positive on it.

Thanks for the share.

By: Bostonia Magazine

Bostonia Magazine — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:19:14 +0000

An interesting article on why we don’t need literary agents or publishers anymore.

http://www.bostoniamagazine.com/fall09/kirsner/
.-= Bostonia Magazine´s last blog post ..BU Community Responds to Feltenstein Challenge =-.

By: Monica Shaw

Monica Shaw — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:29:38 +0000

Great post, Laurie! Networking is pretty critical, and always having your “writer hat” on in any situation – all kinds of people need writers, not just magazine editors. I always carry extra business cards with me for these situations. And it totally agree with saying your writer. Just saying the words “I’m a writer” is a powerful thing (even if I’m talking to myself in the mirror!). One other thing – I recently started using LinkedIn a little more actively to talk to editors and writers about pitching. It’s been hugely useful – there are so many people on LinkedIn willing to talk shop. It’s great!
.-= Monica Shaw´s last blog post ..Five Minutes With The Editor: Owen Linderholm =-.

By: George Angus

George Angus — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:44:45 +0000

Hi Laurie,

I think it is important to stretch and take jobs outside of your comfort zone.

One of the funnest things I’ve ever written was a series of product descriptions and names for a line of all natural lip glosses marketed to teens. Ha! Me! Lip Gloss! It was a blast. The client loved it and it is some writing of which I am most proud.

George
.-= George Angus´s last blog post ..Buzzing Around the New Blog of the Week =-.

By: Dava

Dava — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 03:19:48 +0000

Great article! Recently I was sent work from another writer whom I met randomly online. She was happy with my work and has offered more. I hope to return the favor someday. Networking is powerful and, as you pointed out, can be so much fun. You end up with new friends and more work! Perfect.

By: Laurie PK

Laurie PK — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:45:48 +0000

No problem, Susan — I am learning alot from you about blog karma and freelance writing and guest posting too of course

Thanks for everything…
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By: AlexAxe

AlexAxe — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:31:11 +0000

Hi,
Thanks for article. Everytime like to read you.
AlexAxe

By: Susan Johnston

Susan Johnston — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:12:15 +0000

Aw, thanks, Laurie! I'm always happy to help a fellow writer, and I know it's good for karma in the long run. Congrats again on Top 10 Blogs for Writers! .-= Susan Johnston´s last blog post ..Open Thread: What Are You Working On? =-.