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#Freelance Daily Post:
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Freelance Writing: Write An Article A Day To Boost Your Career
by: Angela Booth
Want to boost your freelance writing career to a whole new level? You can, with the "article a day" technique. Just write an article a day, of around 400 to 800 words, every day for a week. Not only does this give you a swag of material you can sell, it also takes your writing skills to a new level.
I've been recommending this technique to my writing students for years, so I know it works. The primary reason it works is because writing is a skill that you get better at with practice, and writing consistently to a certain level builds your writing muscles. Writing requires the interaction of various parts of your brain. This interaction isn't developed without practice, nor does the interaction stay constant unless you consistently practice.
Try writing an "article a day" for seven days. At the end of the seven days you will be a better writer. You'll write much more easily too because this technique primes your idea pump. I guarantee that when you're working on one article, you'll get ideas for three others.
How long should your articles be?
Aim for a reasonable length: around 600 to 800 words is good, but shorty articles of 250 to 500 words work too.
If you want a quick formula to follow to write your articles, try the BEST formula.
The BEST formula
The BEST formula is an easy way to remember basic article structure. I discovered it in June Duncan Owen's book How To Write And Sell Articles, and I've been forever grateful, because it makes writing articles easy.
BEST is an acronym for:
B -- Bait
E -- Explanation
S -- Step
T --- Termination
The BAIT
The BAIT is also known as the hook. It's an intriguing beginning for your article. It can be a juicy fact, or an anecdote. Pick up six different magazines and look at the baits, the first couple of paragraphs, in each article in those six magazines. All the baits in the articles will be different.
Don't spend too long writing the bait for an article. I often write the bait after I've finished an article. When you're writing your seven articles for the next seven days -- and forever afterward -- don't be too enraptured or concerned with the bait paragraph or paragraphs. Your bait is important, but not so important that you stall over it, and never get around to writing the article.
The Explanation
This part of your article explains the article's subject, or thesis. If you're writing about a computer program, you can explain what the program does in a nutshell, or why the program is important. If you're writing a personality profile, the explanation tells the reader why he should read the profile.
Sometimes you won't need an explanation, it will be covered in the article's headline and the bait.
The Step (s)
The Steps are your argument. They can be individual anecdotes, or pieces of evidence. If you're writing about a computer program, the Steps could be various ways of using the program, or how to get started with the program. If you're writing a profile, the Steps could be your subject's career, his family life, the details of his run for office, or the details of how he won the tennis championship, what others say about him, and so on.
The Termination
The ending of the article.
In the case of the article about the computer program, it could be how many people have bought the program, when the next version will be available, or where you can buy it. In your personality profile, the ending could be a final quote from the subject.
A circular ending, when you manage to refer to the bait or the explanation in the ending, is satisfying, and is an easy way to wrap the article up without working too hard. Although the BAIT formula seems like a simple formula, it will release your creativity. It gives you a structure, which is always the hardest task in writing an article.
So go ahead. Write an article a day for the next seven days. This simple exercise will do amazing things for your freelance writing career.
Copyright 2006 Angela Booth
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Freelance Writing Jobs:
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*FREELANCE WRITER(DATA CENTRUM COMMUNICATIONS-NY-New York)From Monster
Join a fast growing multimedia publishing company that is a leader in producing health newsletters for consumers. We are seeking a highly qualified Freelance Writer with substantial medical writing background. Must be able to interpret in-depth Medical studies to ensure factual accuracy of writing for healthcare consumers. Articles written at 9th-10th grade level. Writer must be organized and responsible to meet production schedule deadlines. We offer excellent compensation.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• College degree with at least 7 years relevant work experience
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of MS Office is required
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to work in an organized and responsible manner to meet work schedule deadlines
For immediate consideration, please email resume and cover letter (in MS Word format) to hr@healthmonitor.com
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*Freelance Writer - Contract Only(Resmed Corp-Poway, CA )From Monster
ResMed is a world leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of products for the diagnosis and management of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). Our employees and distributors are located in more than 67 countries. At ResMed we are committed to providing an environment that fosters broad communication, focused work, and strong relationships. Innovative individuals and diverse teams have strengthened ResMed and will continue to spark growth. ResMed looks for people who want to be challenged and to be rewarded for meeting those challenges.
SUMMARY
Designs and develops materials of the Achieve Program based upon existing analysis of learning and development needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Write learning objectives; performance assessments; outlines; storyboards; manuals; workbooks; facilitator guides; video, audio, and multimedia scripts; evaluation tools; job aids; internal marketing tools; as assigned to support Learning Center Achieve Program.
Coordinate all assigned instructional design project tasks from conception to conclusion.
Work with subject-matter experts (SMEs), trainees, and other key stakeholders in developing new or revising existing Learning Center Achieve Program materials.
Maintain communication with Project Manager and all project stakeholders throughout the design and development process, as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum requirement: Bachelor Degree and 1-2 years college level writing experience.
Expert grammar and punctuation
MS Word intermediate level
Preferred:
Knowledge of Instructional Design or adult learning principles advantageous.
Previous freelance writing experience
Quark or other desktop publishing applications
Information mapping
ResMed is an equal opportunity employer. (EOE)
Contact Information
Company:Resmed Corp
Email:usjobs@resmed.com
Reference Code:TFW-AD
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*Online Content Editor(Volt-Beverly Hills, CA)From Monster
Description:
Volt Technical Resources has multiple short term contracts available for an Online Content Editor with a sports journalism background.
This assignment would be 2-3 months in length, and our client is looking for editors to serve in their Los Angeles Sports Newsroom.
Editors are part of the team responsible for editing and updating content for the sports web site and implementing daily content packages and live event coverage.
Other responsibilities include copy editing and headline writing under deadline conditions, monitoring wire feeds and other outside sources to ensure that the latest sports news is represented on the site while ensuring that all content is grammatically correct and factually accurate.
This position also offers opportunities to work creatively to generate new content ideas, features and other enhancements to the site.
A background in Sports and/or Sports Journalism is a MUST for these positions.
Requirements:
2-3+ years of editorial experience required, preferably in the online medium
Top candidates will have strong communication skills -- both written and verbal and excellent organizational skills (the ability to prioritize projects under tight deadlines)
Proven sports knowledge that lends itself to sound news judgment required.
BS/BA in Journalism, English or a related degree strongly preferred.
Must also have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required.
Some knowledge of Photoshop and HTML strongly preferred
Volt offers competitive compensation and benefits, a talented and upbeat staffing team focused on the quality of your career and goals and the solid security of a company trusted by Fortune 500 companies for over 50 years.
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Type: CONTRACT
Duration: 60 - 90 Days
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly DOE
Contact:
Volt Computer Services
torrance302701@volt.com
Volt Services Group
19191 S. Vermont Ave., Ste. 950
Torrance, CA 90502
PH: 310/329-4400
FX: 310/329-9144
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*Reporter (LOWELL LEDGER - Grand Rapids, MI )From MLIVE
REPORTER - The Lowell Ledger is looking for a freelance sports reporter/photographer for Lowell area schools' sporting events. Send writing samples and/or tear sheets to: Managing Editor, P.O. Box 128, Lowell, MI 49331 or email jboss@lowellbuyersguide.com In the subject line put "Sports Reporter."
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*Medical Writer( ClinForce-NC-RTP)From Monster
ClinForce is currently seeking a Medical Writer in RTP, NC.
Qualified candidates will be able to write narratives. Must have strong medical writing experience preferably in a CRO/Pharmaceutical environment. Attention to detail is a must!
Experience/Minimum Requirements: 2 years medical writing experience
Education/Degree: BS/BA Degree
Interested candidates should send a resume to response@clinforce.com with "CF1730 MON" in the subject line or fax to 866-941-1400.
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