How to become a highly divergent thinker
Writers can reap rewards by leaning into a style of thinking that generates multiple solutions – sometimes, to problems that…
Lessons in freelance writing from the eye of the storm
With Cyclone Alfred fast approaching, some of the planning and preparation feels eerily familiar. As I write this, my hometown…
How freelance writers can avoid the biggest pitching blunder
Are you making this #1 pitching mistake? Here’s what editors really want – and how to give it to them.…
Use these psychological principles to make your pitches irresistible
Want to make your pitches more compelling? Leverage these evidence-based psychological principles to supercharge your freelance writing efforts. Just about…
How I turned 1 trip into 14 stories
As a freelance travel writer, it’s important to maximise the value of every trip you take by generating multiple stories…
13 truths and 1 lie about being a travel writer
When I mention that I’m a freelance travel writer, I’m usually met with one of two responses: ‘That’s not a…
6 strategies to support your creative practice
Developing a creative practice is non-negotiable if you want to effortlessly tap inspiration and sidestep creative ruts and blocks. Have…
How constraints fuel creativity
Having unlimited time and money to work on your projects sounds freeing – but research shows the most creative solutions…
Halloween reading for writers: Ghosting, stalking and more
From ghosting and theft to scope creep and stalking, here’s how to navigate freelance writing’s hard truths and horror stories.…
How to write faster, better, more
My top 10 strategies for finding your focus and smashing out stories. Whether you’re writing features, preparing a report, or…
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