Internal and external links... plus a rant

Internal and external links... plus a rant

Author: Ashley Gainer March 29, 2021 Duration: 17:25
Internal, external, no-follow, do-follow... we're talking all about links today. What you need to know, what you need to avoid, and what you need to consider when it comes to the where, when, and why of links in your copy. ---------------------------------- If you haven't joined the Facebook group yet, click here: https://theinkwellguild.com/ Check out the blog for more writing tips: https://ashleygainer.com/blog/ FREE RESOURCES: Get a FREE copy of Freelance Writing Starter Pack: https://ashleygainer.com/starter-pack Join the FREE 5-Day Email Niche Challenge: https://writingnichechallenge.com/ FOLLOW ASHLEY Facebook: Ashley Gainer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley.gainer/

Ashley Gainer hosts Copy Chatter for Freelance Writers, a space dedicated to the practical realities of building a writing business from the ground up. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a straightforward conversation focused on the mechanics of making it work. You'll hear honest discussions about finding clients, setting sustainable rates, and navigating the unpredictable workflow that comes with being your own boss. Ashley digs into the specifics-like how to structure your day when working from home, which tools actually save time, and strategies for turning a side hustle into a reliable income. Each episode feels like getting advice from a colleague who's been there, cutting through the noise to focus on what moves the needle for your business. Tune into this podcast for a no-fluff perspective on creating a writing career that fits your life, offering actionable ideas you can use immediately to shape your own path. It’s a resource for anyone who wants to translate their skill with words into a viable, self-directed profession, all delivered in a direct, conversational style that defines the podcast.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Copy Chatter for Freelance Writers with Ashley Gainer
Podcast Episodes
Managing client expectations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:15
Managing expectations isn't the most glamorous discussion to have, but when client expectations go wrong, they go REALLY wrong and I want to help you avoid that! I have 7 tips to share with you about managing client expe…
How to improve your writing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:15
If you wanna be a professional writer, you gotta be improving your writing skills along the way. I'm sharing 9 tips to help you out. Get cracking!
Do you have to get on the phone? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:15
Good news and bad news: You don't have to get on the phone for every client... BUT, there will be times when you'll need to get on the phone if you want to get the gig. Client calls have a lot of benefits, but they're re…
When should you write for free? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:17
There's a dirty lie out there telling new and would-be freelance writers that they should write for free for a little while to "get established." I offer loads of juicy (and sometimes counter-guru) advice in this week's…
Writing gigs that are recurring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:10
Landing a recurring writing gig is GREAT for your business. In this episode, we talk about what recurring work looks like and why I'm such a fan.
Tips for writing faster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:05
As a writer, I can get a little neurotic about my writing. Perhaps you can relate? What I've had to learn over the years is that there's a difference between doing a great job... and just being neurotic. Being neurotic i…
Self-care when you're working from home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:05
If there's one thing I've learned this year, it's that if I go down... everything goes down. I've been focusing on ramping up my self-care routines, and in this episode we'll go over my top recommendations for self-care…
3 ways to niche down [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:25
There are three different ways you can niche down, and you can combine any of these three to niche down even further. We're exploring what they are and how that looks in this episode.
5 massive mistakes I've made as a freelance writer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:00
I've been around a long time, and I did a whole lot of making it up as I went along. These are some of the huge mistakes I've made in my decade-long career... and how you can do better
Tips for managing your workload [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:04
These are my top 5 tips for managing your workload as a freelance writer.