Freelance Writer Resume Tips: How to Put Together an Effective One to Start Landing Freelance Writing Jobs
June 18, 2010
Today is Freelance Friday Tips day. And, as the economy is still in the dumps and causing many to look for work as freelance writers, I thought I’d focus on the all-important freelance writing resume.
I get a lot of questions from wannabe freelance writers about transitioning from full time to freelancing. Most want to know about putting together a “writer’s resume.”
I personally don’t believe in having a “writer’s resume,” so to speak. I like to call it a professional profile.
Why I Don’t Believe in “Freelance Writing Resumes”
The reason I prefer professional profiles to resumes is . . .
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