Are You a Poet? Secret Press USA Could Use Your Help!

If you love to write poetry, there’s still a chance for you to get involved with Secret Press USA.  Jason A. Gray, writer and creator of Secret Press USA is looking for submissions for an anthology he’s putting together on the 50 states.  There will be a few poems from each state included, and Jason still needs poems from the following states:

• Alaska
• Arkansas
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Iowa
• Louisiana
• Mississippi
• Nebraska
• North Dakota
• Oklahoma
• Utah
• Wyoming

So, if you have some poems that no one has read collecting dust in your closet, or you’d like to try your hand at writing about your own home state, give it a go!  You’ll receive a free copy of the anthology and will have your name featured on the Secret Press USA website.  There is also a chance that you’ll be invited to read your poem or others at poetry readings.

The deadline is January 30th, so you’ve only got a few days to send in a submission.  Be sure to check out the submission guidelines first, though.  Jason’s goal is to have the first anthology published by Spring of 2009 – how exciting.  If you have a way with words and live in or are from one of the states above, I urge you to get involved.

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Business Websites and Blogs: How to Avoid the Wall of Text…

How many websites have you come across that display that intimidating “wall of text” – blocks and blocks of never-ending paragraphs that often bore readers to death? A wall of text is literally painful to endure and can actually cause eyestrain and headaches. That doesn’t seem like a very effective way to keep readers on your personal or business website and/or blog.

Always remember that writing for online readers is much different than writing for print. In order to attract repeat visitors to your website or blog – you need to promote easy scanning of the text.

Let’s face it – people rarely read an entire blog post or web page. They rarely dissect every word or fully absorb all information. Instead, they scan the page. Certain words, phrases, and sentences will catch their eye. If you’re successful in keeping their attention, you may gain a reader that will digest most of what you have to say. Successful websites learn how to make things easy for readers. They may use:

Subheadings.

Alert your audience to distinct changes in your text. Make the information that is most important to readers easier to find. For instance, a business offering an article on various training tricks for animals could use ‘Dogs,’ ‘Cats,’ and ‘Birds’ as their subheadings. A dog-owner that comes to the site will save a lot of time by easily locating the training tips focused on dogs.

Bulleted lists.

Call attention to significant pieces of information by using bulleted lists instead of burying details in a wall of text.

Highlight keywords.

Lure your reader to certain blocks of text by highlighting certain words and phrases. When you highlight keywords in your text, you can choose to change the typeface or color, or use hypertext links.

A simplified writing style.

Remember to use vocabulary that is easy to follow. Let’s say you’re trying to sell a product. Deliver the most important information to potential consumers in a concise manner. In other words, don’t lose the interest of a reader by using ‘big words’ that typically don’t see the light of day outside of the dictionary.

One idea at a time.

Each paragraph should address one idea at a time. Some readers tend to skip the end of paragraphs. Position the most important information within the first few words.

Short paragraphs.

Long-winded paragraphs not only lose the attention of a reader, but also contribute to a wall of text that smothers key points.

The inverted pyramid.

Take a hint from newshounds and embrace the inverted pyramid approach when writing for the Internet. Deliver the conclusion first, followed by the most important details. Basically, the ‘who,’ ‘what,’ ‘when’, ‘where’, and ‘how’ are presented in the first paragraph. The end of your article, web page, or blog post is then used to give background information. When using an inverted-pyramid writing style, visitors can stop reading at any point and you’ve still impacted their lives.

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7 Unique and ‘Written’ Christmas Gifts

As you can tell from the gap in blog posts, this is a busy season for writers!  Marketers and businesses want to get their holiday and Christmas marketing in full swing, so the Priceless Writers’ girls have been brainstorming, researching and writing away.  Along with all of the magic, a new trend is in the air – ‘written Christmas gifts.’

With the awareness of global warming and the health of our planet increasing, individuals are stuck thinking of new and inventive eco-friendly holiday gifts.  There are many different options, and among them are written gifts; gifts that will not create more waste and that loved ones will cherish always.  In the spirit of the season, here are 7 unique and written Christmas gift ideas.

1. Write Your Loved One a Poem – sure, this isn’t a very original idea but it’s a great one.  This is an especially great gift for guys to give their sweethearts or for children to give parents.  Spend a little time thinking about what your loved one means to you – and capture it in words.

2. Create a Book of Memories – This is a fun and creative idea for a written holiday gift.  Using a beautiful blank journal, create page titles and allow members of your family to write down their favorite memories about the recipient.  Think grandparents, parents and aunts and uncles for this gift!  Some subtitles could include:

-          Favorite Family Vacation Memory

-          Favorite Holiday Memory

-          Favorite ‘In Trouble’ Memory

-          Favorite Trait about Recipient

3. Pay Homage to Your Loved One with a Website – If you’d rather go really green with your written Christmas gift, create a beautiful website tribute to the recipient.  If possible, buy their personal domain name or a domain name which is somehow related to them.  Most websites have builder tools which allow non-techie individuals to create a great site quickly.  You may want to include pages like these:

-          Childhood (with facts about their past and upbringing)

-          Favorites (a page about their favorite things)

-          Family (pages with pictures and info about family members)

4. Write a Song for Your Loved One – What a beautiful idea for a written holiday gift!  If you know someone who could put the lyrics to music, this would work even better.  Whether you want to create a sentimental and sweet song for your loved one or a funny and humorous one – it’s a wonderful present that the recipient will never forget.  Oh, and go that extra mile and actually sing it for them.

5. Create a Personalized Book for Your Child – This is a very cool idea for your own children or children in your family.  Write a story featuring the child and some of his or her favorite activities, toys or hobbies.  Then take the pages to your local printing company and have it bound!

6. Write a Book of Memoirs – This is an increasingly popular written gift that many individuals are attempting to write themselves or are hiring ghost writers for.  A book of memoirs is a touching and lovely gift idea that is perfect for grandparents, parents or others in your family or group of friends that have led extraordinary lives.

7. Create a Cartoon Strip – Another unique and fun written Christmas idea is to create a cartoon strip for a family member or friend.  Do you have memories of someone that are really funny and great to remember?  Write the memory in the form of a comic strip!  If possible, work with an artist to create the pictures – or simply do it yourself.  Then, have the comic strip framed and present it to your loved one!

Imagine your loved one opening a personalized written holiday gift this season!  Not only does it carry much more meaning than traditional, store-bought gifts – but it is better for our planet and your loved one is sure to remember it long after other holiday gifts have been thrown in the closet or eaten.

If you’d like a little help with your written Christmas gift, contact Priceless Writers – we’d love to give you a hand creating something wonderful for your sweetheart, your parents or some other special person in your life.

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Microsoft Spell Checker is Not Your Best Friend…

Don't let Microsoft Spell Checker create lazy habits in your writing!

The inspiration behind this post comes from the red-squiggly line that greets me every time I type ‘positivity’ into a sentence. Let’s face it – Microsoft Spell Checker is not our best friend, especially when we’ve become too dependent on using its services. Oftentimes, this popular feature provides a false sense of security, from stressed-out college students to the best of writers. Spell Checker makes it much easier to skimp on proofreading or glance over similarly spelled words.

Spell Checker also makes us lazy and less adept in our writing. We start to form habits impossible to kick – like ingrained spelling errors that we’ll use whether we’re typing a blog comment or drafting a handwritten thank-you letter. I’m guilty of it – when I email friends or engage in a bit of Instant Messaging, my spelling is sometimes comical. I find that I’m usually misspelling some of the same words over and over again, but instead of grabbing the dictionary and committing these common flaws to memory – I brush it off because I know Spell Checker will serve as my attentive companion.

However, we are often placed in everyday writing situations where the computer does not come to the rescue, like:

• Completing college exam essays
• Typing directly into online forms
• Sending a postcard to loved ones
• Writing a simple school sick-note for your kids

Where is Spell Checker then? Nowhere to be found and in the end, your spelling accuracy and grammar suffers. Then, there are the people who rely on Spell Checker to not only catch their spelling mistakes, but to also correct their grammar bloopers. What happens when they encounter a Web editor that doesn’t offer this feature?

Don’t Weaken Your Image

For the freelance writer, typos are not only embarrassing, but they often suggest unprofessional work when you’re guilty of the blunder more than once. Clients are not paying for mistakes and errors. While we are all imperfect humans and occasional slips of the proofreading process are to be expected, many clients in the business world are unforgiving. And please, please, please – whatever you do – don’t overlook a typo on your resume.

Recommendation: Always manually proofread your pages and when dealing with a large amount, print out your work and edit away from the computer. Sometimes, the strain of looking at a bright screen when going over your writing can contribute to overlooked misspelling and grammatical errors.

We’re All Victims…

Just the other day, I sent an article in for a second round of proofreading and was alerted to a rather embarrassing slip of the eye. Apparently, I had substituted “pubic” for “public.” I reread the article several times, yet did not pick up on the mistake. Sometimes, you just have to step away from a piece for a few moments to give your eyes a chance to refocus. There is a fine line between knowing what you want to say and actually accomplishing it without error. At times, we are truly blinded when it comes to proofreading our own work, especially if it’s regarding a piece we’ve spent a great deal of time on.

However, that’s why at Priceless Writers, clients not only have one sweep of the proofreading wand, but at least two once-overs by fellow partners. We keep each other on our toes, pointing out the glaring and not-so-obvious mistakes that appear hidden in text.

And, we don’t rely on our not so best friend, Mr. or Mrs. Spell Checker.

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How to Write a Perfect Condolence Letter

When your family member, friend, associate or co-worker has lost someone dear to them – it’s natural for you to want to reach out to them.  Most people do this through a condolence letter.  It’s the perfect way to let someone know that you’re there for them, without intruding on them in their time of sorrow. 

What is a Condolence Letter?

A condolence letter is something that people cherish as a memento of the friends and family that supported them through a very difficult time.  Typically, it’s a letter or note which expresses your sorrow and offers help and support to the bereaved.  It should be sent out within 2 weeks of you hearing of the recipient’s loss.  Here are some more important tips to help you write a heartfelt, proper condolence letter.

What Should a Condolence Letter Contain?

There are several things which your condolence letter or note should contain, including:

• How you heard of the loss.
• How the loss made you feel.
• Special traits or characteristics of the person who passed.
• Memories or thoughts of the person deceased.
• An offering of support and help to the recipient.
• A heartfelt closing.

You can start by telling the addressee how sorry you are for their loss and how you are affected by the loss as well.  This helps let the person know that he or she is not alone in their suffering – which is very supportive and helpful at a time like this.  Talking about special characteristics and memories of the person that has passed allows you to connect with the recipient and reminds them to think of the good times. 

      When you are mentioning character traits or good memories of the deceased, mention their name often.  This is comforting to the person reading the condolence letter or note and will resonate better with them.  Next, you want to reach out to the recipient in their time of need and let them know that you are there for them.  Offer help or support and make sure the offer is specific.  Keeping things general, like, “Please let me know if you need anything,” makes it more difficult for the recipient to actually contact you and ask for help. 

            However, if you specifically offer something, they can take you up on it much easier.  You may offer to baby-sit their children if they need some private time, or you could offer to prepare food for a few days – anything to help them as they are dealing with other issues concerning the deceased.  Even offering for them to call you if they need to talk is a great idea.

            Finally, a genuine and heartfelt closing is how you should end the letter.  Wish them well and let them know that they are in your thoughts and prayers.  You will find some example closings in the sample condolence letters below.

Quick Tips for Writing Condolence Notes:

• Don’t write your letter in a formal or stiff manner.  A great way to determine if your letter sounds natural and genuine is to read it out loud.  It should sound as if you are simply speaking to the recipient. 

• Avoid mentioning anything other than the deceased and wishing the recipient well.  For instance, adding details about your family or asking questions unrelated to the loss is not a good idea.

• Follow through with any offer you make to the recipient.  If you offer to call them in a few days to check in with them, make sure you do so.  If you offer to baby-sit their children, make sure you follow up with a phone call in a few days and reiterate the offer.  If you can’t follow through with something, don’t offer it in the letter.

• Write your condolence letter or note on pretty stationary or paper.  You can even opt for a sympathy card, but insert your letter rather than writing the entire thing on the card.

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More Killer Resume Tips – How to Write a Cover Letter

Writing the perfect cover letter for your resume is just as important as the resume itself!

Regardless of the type of employment you’re seeking, your resume’s cover letter will typically form your potential employer’s first impression of you and your qualifications for the position.

The Purpose of a Cover Letter

A successful cover letter is much more than a simple introduction to your resume. While a resume is full of facts, figures, and employment history – your cover letter will display a great deal about you, your personality, your communication skills, and even your attitude. Chances are, a resume with a poorly written cover letter will see the trash bin before it has the opportunity to be reviewed.

How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter

While proper grammar, correct spelling, and a professional business letter format are quite important – the content of your cover letter is also crucial to your resume’s success.

Do not:

• Write a quick “Hi, here’s my resume” and call it a cover letter.
  

  A clean, professional font like Times or Arial is best for your resume. Photo by: Francisca

• Simply rehash the points already covered in your resume.
• Use the same generic letter for all employers.
• Fill your letter with complicated vocabulary and long sentences.
• Overly sell yourself – but don’t sell yourself short!

Do:

• Introduce yourself and explain why you’re writing in a professional , but personal tone.
• Take the time to review the position requirements and company information so you can briefly explain why your expertise will benefit the employer.
• Use bulleted lists and short paragraphs to make your letter easy to read.
• Describe how your skills and qualifications make you the perfect candidate for the position.
• Request an interview or meeting to discuss the position further and include appropriate contact information should the employer have questions.

While a well-written cover letter and great resume are often enough to score an interview, you may not always hear an immediate response. Sending a thank you note to your prospective employer, thanking them for taking the time to review your application, will keep your qualifications fresh in their mind and is not at all inappropriate.

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Writing a Killer Resume

For any job-seeker, knowing how to write a killer resume is still one of the most important factors in getting yourself seen by your potential new employer. There’s been a lot said about resumes not having any worth these days, particularly in the online business world.

This is simply not true – employers still hold resumes in great sway. While a killer resume may not get you the job, it will offer you a far better chance of being seen by the people that matter.

Therefore, learning the secrets of writing a killer resume will put you way ahead of the competition.
Length
Nobody wants to have to wade through page after page of a resume, no matter how killer the content. Keep your resume to between one or two pages – any more is overkill.

Use Bullet Points

Human Resources (HR) and hiring managers usually have a lot on their plate – therefore, making your resume easier to digest will go a long way to having it read in the first place. Use bullet points combined with shorter sentences for a more effective approach.

Words of Action

One way to truly write a killer resume is to use what’s known as “action words” – words that make your resume stand out and are almost like hypnotic text to someone reading it. Examples of action words include “developed”, “managed” and championed”.

Strength is Everything

Let’s face it, your resume is the tool that will either get you seen by the hiring manager or result in your application getting filed under “B for Bin”. So sell yourself – make sure you have your strongest points about you at the beginning of your resume. Write them in bold and bullet point them – this is crucial for you to grab the reader’s attention, so make the strongest start possible.

Use Symbols

Some of the best writers of killer resumes make their resumes stand out by using symbols like %, # and $ – if it’s good (and successful) enough for these experts, then it should be good enough for you too.

Complement the Company

One thing that HR and hiring managers always complain about when it comes to resumes is that no real effort has been made to show why the applicant is right for their company. This results in the resume being binned. To make sure you don’t fall into this category, match your skills to the company’s needs and bullet point them to stand out. Trust me, this will place you near the top every time.

It’s all in the Personal Details

The secret to writing a killer resume is remembering it’s meant to be a short introduction to you. HR people don’t want to read your life story – so when you write a resume, make sure you only put personal details that are relevant to the job you’re applying for. Things like education, interests, technical skills, etc, can go in a separate section at the end.

Formatting

To keep your resume looking as professional as possible, always use a standardized font like 12-point Times New Roman or Courier. If 12-point is too large, make sure you don’t have your text any smaller than 10-point. Using a standardized font will also ensure that your resume will still read well on different operating systems.

Edit, Edit, Edit!

So you’ve written a killer resume – but none of that will matter if it reads like an 8-year old edited it. When you’ve completed your resume, make sure you take the time to proofread and edit it. Twice. Then ask a friend to do the same.

If this sounds like too much, think of it this way – if a hiring manager was to read an unedited release and saw multiple grammatical mistakes, he or she would immediately discount your application. After all, if you can’t even be bothered to make a proper effort on something as important as your resume, will your work ethic be any different?

There you have it – some of the most effective and proven tips to help you write that killer resume. By putting into action all the points here, you’ll have a far better chance of being seen by the people that count. Just remember that writing a killer resume is half the battle – the rest is up to you. Good luck!

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“I’ve Been Rejected” – It’s All Part of Freelance Writing!

As a freelance writer, you will most likely submit your work to many different calls for content and exciting opportunities to snag a by-line. With a never-ending pool of talented writers pursuing the same objective as you, rejection is a common part of freelance writing. Even the best of writers have suffered rejection. However, it’s what you do after the dust settles that truly matters.

Why Did I Get Rejected?

Inappropriate Writing Style

Not everyone is going to fall in love with your writing style. While some clients enjoy punchy statements and original thought, others encourage writers to present a conservative tone that oozes professionalism or speaks to academic circles. Certain clients view highly descriptive pieces and imagery as ‘fluff’ or ‘flowery text,’ while others demand detailed pieces that allow readers to indulge in all five of their senses. Sometimes, you’ve simply been rejected because your writing style was not the perfect fit. Don’t take it personal.

Misunderstood the Market or Target Audience

Clients are looking for writers that can speak to their target market, audience or a specific gender; sell products and services; improve brand recognition; and express the thoughts and ideas that they are unable to convey. For example…

• When a job calls for web content geared towards teenagers and the video game market – your writing tone and knowledge of the subject is vital.
• It is not uncommon for a retired chemical engineer to encounter a bit of trouble connecting with 4-year-olds looking for a bedtime story.
• And… if you don’t have any experience writing persuasive, sales copy – getting rejected for a sales letter gig on your first try shouldn’t come as a surprise.

One of the most important aspects of writing is to understand your market. Who is the reader and what kind of information are they looking for? What will keep the reader interested? Let’s say you’re interested in writing for a magazine. The first thing you should do is scan an assortment of publications to get a feel for their audience, tone of voice, content, and style of writing. Make sure to become familiar with the ins and outs of a magazine, including the kind of ads they publish. This will help you better meet the needs of a potential client when sending sample submissions.

Didn’t Follow Directions or Writer Guidelines

Go over the original directions or writer guidelines with a fine-tooth comb – did you deliver what was asked of you? Perhaps you injected opinion when you needed to remain objective in your writing. Maybe you were instructed to send an original sample of your work, but submitted a previously published E-Zine article.

Sometimes, adhering to a specified word count is a deal breaker. When a 500-word sample article is asked of you, sending a 2,000-word piece (no matter how brilliant it is) probably wasn’t the best idea. Keep in mind that many clients are looking for writers who know how to write under various restrictions…and follow directions.

Time of Submission

There are tons of freelance writing opportunities decorating the Web, including Craigslist ads, blogrolls, newsletter services, Elance, Guru, and Scriptlance. The competition is fierce, as you are sometimes vying for projects that have caught the eye of thousands upon thousands of other writers. The key is to strike fast in order to increase your chances of being ‘heard.’ Although you may have written the ‘next best thing,’ chances are – if you’re #788 out of 900 responses – your piece may never come in contact with the client. For example, some clients choose to sift through only the first 100 replies they receive for an ad. Many writers are rejected simply because they never had a chance to shine.

…and the dreaded Didn’t Write Well Enough

Sometimes, the answer to your rejection is staring you right in the face as you glance over your work – incomplete sentences, spelling errors, improper tenses, and overall poor grammar. Have someone look over your writing piece, making sure they are familiar with the project details. Did you fulfill what was asked of you? How many grammar mistakes were found? Did you carelessly misspell a common word? Poor grammar and spelling blunders quickly overshadows any good writing and thoughts.

Overall, writing is a never-ending journey of learning and growth – a process that matures as you mature. In the end, you will find that practicing your craft is one of the best ways to sharpen your skills and improve client and reader responses.

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How to Write a Great Thank You Letter

Many people are confused about the unspoken rules of writing a great thank you letter. Generally, when you receive a gift of any kind (yes, even the ones you’re not particularly fond of) you should send back a thank you letter or note to express your appreciation. In this post, we will discuss the different rules of writing a great thank you letter and what should or should not be included.

Things you SHOULD include in your thank you letter:

• You should address the recipient of the letter the same way you would address them if you were having a conversation with them. For instance, if you call your boss Mr. Jones – address him as such in the letter. Since most of us call family and friends by their first names, it is fine to do so in your thank you letter.

• You should include the actual name of the gift you received. Rather than simply saying, “Thank you for the gift,” you would say, “Thank you for the beautiful gift basket you sent for Christmas.”

• Elaborate on the previous statement to explain briefly how the gift was used. For instance, you might say, “We loved and enjoyed all of the treats in the basket, but the hot cocoa was our favorite!” If money was sent, do not include everything you purchased with the money. Something simple will suffice, for example, “Thank you for your kindness. Your gift will help a lot as we collect the things we need for the new house.”

• Thank them again as you close the letter.

Things you SHOULD NOT include in your thank you letter:

• Rather than starting your letter with something like, “I am just writing to tell you…,” simply start by thanking the recipient of the note. They already know you are writing to tell them something!

• When writing a thank you letter, do not add other details. Avoid using the opportunity to update the recipient on details of your life, job, etc. A thank you letter is just that – a letter to say thank you. Save the details for an actual letter, e-mail or phone call.

• If the gift was cash, never include the amount or even the word ‘money.’ Simply tell the individual thank you for the generous gift and what you plan on using it for. Example: “Thank you so much for your generosity. We plan to use it toward our kitchen supplies for the new home.”

Other tips for your thank you letter –

• Keep your thank you letter short and sweet. A short letter that expresses your gratitude for the gift is perfect and will not bore the individual.

• Another thing you should remember is to get your letter out quickly. Two to three weeks is perfect and eight weeks is the absolute latest you should be sending out thank you letters.

• Avoid a generic ‘thank you’ card and opt for cute postcards or stationary instead. Even a blank card with a beautiful or striking image on the front is perfectly acceptable.

When you send thank you notes, it allows individuals who have sent gifts to know how much you appreciated them and how important their gift was. Use the tips above as well as the sample letter below to help you write a great thank you letter! If you’re still having trouble writing your thank you letter or something else – stop by Priceless Writers and my partners and I will give you a hand!

Sample Thank You Letter

Dear Aunt Christina,

Thank you so much for the beautiful train ornament you sent before Christmas. It looked very charming on our tree. Todd and I both loved it because it reminds us how much we love visiting you and hearing the distant whistles of the trains close by. We will cherish it for all of our Christmases to come! Thanks again.

Love,

Judy and Todd

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Top Tips When You Need an Article Writer

As more businesses decide they need an article writer for their web content, company newsletter, promotional content and more, it becomes even more important that you choose the right writer for the job. With unique custom content playing an increasingly important role in a company’s success, you need to take the time and ensure you make the right choice when you need an article writer for your content.

The Right Expertise

Although it may appear an obvious starting point, you’d be surprised at how many businesses make the wrong decision when they need to choose an article writer. Too many go for the lowest price available, as opposed to the higher quality that will be the natural result of hiring a writer with the relevant experience in your field of business. While a good writer will always be able to research a product, the content will be so much better if it comes from someone with detailed knowledge of your company’s service or product.

Quality Doesn’t Come Cheap

As mentioned above, another area where companies fall down when they need an article writer is by going for the lowest price, yet this approach can cost you more in the long run. There are many online writing sites that only charge around $5.00 per article – while this may be fine for website owners who are only interested in flooding their site with content regardless of quality, it’s not the approach that results-led businesses or professionals should take.

The extra cost of a professional copywriting service ensures the very highest level of content – detailed research, proofreading and SEO-enhanced copy that flows naturally are just some of the benefits of paying that little bit extra. You can also be sure that the writers truly care about your project, as opposed to many sites that subscribe to the “stack ‘em high, sell ‘em cheap” approach. At Priceless Writers, we see the evidence of this every day, with clients requesting our services to overhaul poor copy received from automated online writing sites.

Results are Everything

Many online writing sites (and offline copywriters as well) promise the world, but deliver very little when it matters. So-called SEO expert writers may understand keywords, yet fail to grasp that only organic keywords used strategically will offer the kind of results that matter. Additionally, promotional content writers will promise you placement in every influential publication under the sun, yet don’t have the contacts or background to get your news where it matters.

If you’re in the position of needing an article writer for your content, make sure you ask for results or references from similar projects to yours. Any good writer worth their fee will have a varied portfolio for you to look at, and will happily provide facts to back up their claims.

While there are other pointers to keep in mind when you need an article writer – agreed fees, deliverable timescales and revision counts – the tips above are the most important to use each time. By following these guidelines, you should find that your content needs are met first time, every time when you need an article writer for your next project.

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