Secrets of a Freelance Writer by Robert W. Bly Summary
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Discover how to earn six figures as a freelance writer with Robert W. Bly's industry-defining guide. Dubbed "America's top copywriter" by McGraw-Hill, Bly reveals lucrative commercial writing markets most never explore. Why do successful freelancers call this their secret weapon?
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Turning Words into Wealth: The Freelance Writer's Path to Six Figures
Most aspiring writers picture themselves crafting novels or magazine features, yet struggle financially. Meanwhile, a select group quietly earns $100,000-$200,000 annually writing for businesses rather than publishers. This lucrative path-commercial writing-remains largely hidden from those who need it most. The truth? You don't need extraordinary talent to succeed in this field-just competence, the right mindset, and business savvy. Commercial writing serves corporations and businesses that need everything from brochures and websites to sales letters and white papers. Unlike traditional publishing's uncertainty, this work offers steady income, professional treatment, and guaranteed payment. The main trade-off? Your name rarely appears on the work, but your bank account tells a more compelling story. When asked if they believe they can earn $40,000 annually from writing, few hands rise in writing groups. Yet earning $40,000 is ridiculously easy in commercial writing-and with the right approach, $100,000-$200,000 becomes achievable. The conventional path rarely pays well. Most freelance journalists earn under $50,000, while book advances typically range from $5,000-$25,000. To succeed financially, you must abandon the "poverty mentality" that assumes writers must struggle. High-profit writing offers substantially greater rewards with less competition, helping businesses sell products or services through various materials with significant advantages: higher income, steady work from repeat clients, project variety, professional treatment, guaranteed payment, and financial security.
Starting Your Commercial Writing Career Without Experience
The Commercial Writer's Gold Mine: Projects and Pricing
Finding and Attracting Valuable Clients
Creating Exceptional Copy That Delivers Results
Expanding Your Services and Revenue Streams
Building a Sustainable Six-Figure Business
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Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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