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AI pitches are making everyone's life harder
Plus 35 new paid writing gigs in today's daily update!
 • George ~ FWN
How freelance writers are finding clients in 2026
Learn proven strategies for finding freelance writing clients in 2026, from cold outreach and LinkedIn visibility to client retention and lead magnets.
 • George ~ FWN
Best Tax Software for Freelance Writers in 2026
Compare top tax platforms for freelancers. Find the right tool to track expenses, estimate quarterly taxes, and keep more of what you earn.
Five reasons editors aren't commissioning your pitches
What do weak pitches have in common?
 • George ~ FWN
The five best resources for freelancers
Five essentials that support my freelance career.
 • George ~ FWN
Editor's Insight: Charlotte Tobitt on pitches, AI and the future of media
I caught up with Charlotte Tobitt of Press Gazette to talk about what editors want (and what they don’t).
 • George ~ FWN and Charlotte Tobitt
3 templates that land freelance work from LinkedIn
Plus examples of how each will look.
 • George ~ FWN
5 signs that a freelance job post is a scam
Simple ways to vet online opportunities and protect yourself.
 • George ~ FWN
How to pitch a publication without pitching guidelines
Practical ways to pitch when a publication doesn’t tell you how.
 • George ~ FWN
The ultimate guide to pitching freelance features that sell
Enhance your techniques with the Freelance Writing Network's complete pitching guide.
 • George ~ FWN
What I learned from hiring freelance writers
Practical takeaways for landing your next commission or writing job.
 • George ~ FWN
"It's easy to fall into the trap of agreeing to unrealistic deadlines and too little pay."
Editor Moriah Richard on stronger stories and smarter pitches.
 • George ~ FWN and Moriah Richard
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