Freelance Writers Use EFT (Tapping) and Grow Your Freelance Writing Business

I’ve been experimenting with EFT (emotional freedom technique) also known as tapping. For those who don’t know what EFT is here’s the definition from Wikipedia, “EFT is a form of alternative psychotherapy that uses tapping on acupuncture points while a patient focuses on a specific traumatic memory. This is said to manipulate an energy field practitioners associate with the human body.” Freelance writers, you may think that ‘tapping’ can’t help you grow your freelance writing business but it could.

I discovered The Tapping Solution: EFT Documentary and signed up to receive FREE videos/audio from expert EFT practitioners like Carol Tuttle, Pat Carrington, Margaret Lynch, and others. I was skeptical at first but when I went through the exercises, I experienced a lot of ‘Aha’ moments. By the way, you can use EFT for anything that you may feel is keeping you stuck in your life.

Tapping points

    Karate point
    Inner eyebrow
    Side of eye
    Under eye
    Under nose
    Chin
    Collarbone
    Under arm
    Top of head

Here’s a sample script to ‘tap’ away any anxiety you may have around becoming a successful freelance writer and or owning a freelance writing business:

    Karate point: Even though I’m afraid that people could become envious and angry at me if I become a successful freelance writer, I deeply love and accept myself. (Or you can say, “I choose to accept this problem and it can be solved by using tapping.” This is what’s used in the ‘Choices Method’ of tapping). (Repeat the karate point 3 times!)

    Inner eyebrow: I don’t want a negative reaction from people.

    Side of eye: I just want to be a successful freelance writer.

    Under eye: I just want this.

    Under nose: Suppose I can’t have a successful freelance writing business.

    Chin: I’m bothered by this.

    Collarbone: I want a freelance writing business that’s problem free.

    Under arm: I want this without having any negative side effects.

    Top of head: I want to be a freelance writer without the problem.

Tap the positive

    Karate point: I’m grateful that I can be a freelance writer. (Repeat the karate point 3 times!)

    Inner eyebrow: I’m creating an abundance of money from freelance writing.

    Side of eye: I’m having fun with freelance writing. I love writing!

    Under eye: I’m doing good things with my earnings from my freelance writing business.

    Under nose: I’m grateful that my patterns around freelance writing and a freelance writing business are shifting.

    Chin: I’m experiencing great financial abundance from freelance writing.

    Collarbone: I’m grateful for my wonderful clients and writing projects.

    Under arm: I’m grateful that my freelance writing allows me to pay my bills.

    Top of head: I’m a wealthy freelance writer and all is well!

You may be surprised to find out that the reason you’re not a successful freelance writer is you’re afraid of what people will think, especially your family and friends. For example, they may be afraid to start a business and expect you to feel the same way. They may have the attitude, “What gives her the right to pursue her dreams and have a freelance writing business?” You can be a successful freelance writer if you choose to be one.

Rebecca

Note: You may have to repeat this tapping session five or more times each day until you ‘shift’ your beliefs and energy around becoming a wealthy and successful freelance writer. You can also write your own script that resonates with you. Give it a try. What do you have to lose?

What Business Are You in Today?

This blog will address the common mistake that most business owners, especially small business owners make. It applies to ALL business owners, this includes freelance writers!

When you ask a business owner, “…what business are you in?” and you’ll receive many responses from “I’m a photographer to I’m a dog groomer.” Unfortunately, those are the wrong answers. The business that you’re actually in is the “marketing” business. Furthermore, you are a problem solver!

Let’s review why you are in business. You are NOT in business to make a profit. You are in business because you are a PROBLEM SOLVER who solves clients’ problems. It’s that simple. Unlearn what you learned in college business courses, especially the MBA program!

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People seek your business because they have a problem. They are not coming to you because they have nothing else to do with their money; they need help! They are putting their trust in you to solve their problem in the most efficient and economical way. When you sell and over deliver your products or services, clients will be knocking on your door for a long time.

Many people falter when it comes to their 30-second elevator pitch. When you’re at a networking event, you’ll hear people tell you they are a lawyer, writer, journalist, real estate agent, hair stylist, doctor, chiropractor, or fitness instructor. The list goes on forever. There’s just one problem, you don’t actually tell people what you do. Are you lost yet? You are NOT a fitness instructor, you are a life changer. You are not a hair stylist; you are a beautification expert who transforms the look of men and women with the proper hair style and color. Are you beginning to understand? It boils down to MARKETING you and your business.

The next someone asks you, “what’s your business?” give them a solid response. Don’t say, “I’m a painter.” Say, “…I bring joy to peoples’ lives through vibrant imagery on canvas.” As a business owner, you want to convey an emotion within people, and of course, a sense of urgency that they must contact you NOW for your services.

Business owners, cultivate a 30-second elevator pitch that sells and attracts clients to your business. Hire a freelance writer who can write you a stellar 30-second elevator pitch if you’re not a strong writer. Remember, you are a problem solver and marketer. Remind yourself daily of this and your business will take-off in no time!

Rebecca

What business are you in today?

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Leave the Writing to a Freelance Writer

As an owner it’s not your job to perform every function of your business. However, it’s your job to make sure that certain functions are accomplished each day in order to grow your business. When you focus on all aspects of your business such as writing, how will the marketing get done? Hiring a freelance writer to write articles and blogs will save you time and money in the long run.

Freelance writers are skilled in creating copy for websites, newsletters, and brochures. When you feel pressured to write articles or blogs three or more times a week, you can produce low quality writing. Your readers will find another website that offers more informative, unique content that can help them. Before you know it, your profits and traffic can plunge!

Hiring a freelance writer is the best decision you can make for your small business. They adhere to deadlines because they know that your time is just as valuable as theirs. There’s no point in committing to a project if it will not be completed.

A freelance writer can save you time and money in the long run. How many hours a week do you dedicate to growing your business? What would you do if you had to scale back on networking? It means that you stand to lose referrals. When you hire a freelance writer, you can attend networking events and receive those referrals.

Small business owners believe they can do it all. The truth is that sometimes it’s necessary to ask for help. You may not even enjoy writing so it makes sense to hire someone that does. This is a great way to avoid mediocre content on your website. When you’re not passionate about your work it will shine through. Your customers will receive the wrong message about you and your business.

Hiring a freelance writer is an investment that can pay off for years. Some websites have been on the internet for many years and still receive traffic. Why? The content is outstanding and still pertains to what readers are looking for. This could be your business. All it will take is for you to make the decision to hire a writer who knows how to write with style!

Rebecca

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Don’t Miss 30 Second Elevator Pitch

Many small business owners advertise in the Yellow pages, online, and in newspapers. You’re throwing your money away if your ad doesn’t stand out from your competitor’s. For example, let’s say you own a flower shop and advertise in the Yellow Pages. Your ad is probably next to another flower shop advertisement. The ads probably use different words, but the message will be the same. Using an elevator pitch in your ad help you stand out from the crowd. More importantly, customers will look to you as the expert in the field.

An elevator pitch is “an overview of an idea for a product, service, or project. The name reflects the fact that an elevator pitch can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride (for example, thirty seconds and 100-150 words).”

Elevator Pitch

Elements of an elevator pitch

An effective elevator pitch answers the following questions:

  • How you solve the customer’s problem?
  • What is your product, service, or project?
  • What does it do for the buyer, investor, or sponsor (benefits)?
  • Who you are and why your organization will be successful?

If you’re not a strong writer, you may want to hire a freelance writer to create your elevator pitch. This could mean thousands or millions of dollars to you and your small business. This is why hiring a freelance writer is the best solution. Take the stress out of writing an elevator pitch so you can concentrate on growing your small business.

Example of an elevator pitch

Here’s an example of an elevator pitch for a flower shop from One Coach

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We solve the dilemma forever by starting with the universal symbol of love, the rose…and developing it into a “super rose” with bulbs twice the normal size and colors so dazzling they let that special someone know that you carefully selected the very best and that you love them no more than ever before!

All it takes is one elevator pitch to increase profits. You could create two different elevator pitches and see which one does the best. Analyze which one brings in the most business. If you receive a ton of business from the freelance writer’s elevator pitch, you may want to forge a long-term relationship with that writer before your competition “snatches” her away from you!

Rebecca

How is your elevator pitch working for you? Share your experience.

Healing Arts Professionals Touch More People with a Blog

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The healing arts profession has taken the world by storm. More and more people are entering into hypnotherapy, reiki, massage therapy, and other professions. Your website alone is not enough to make you stand out from the crowd. Most people surfing the internet are looking for information that can help them improve their lives. If you don’t incorporate a blog within your website, you could be missing out on potential clients.

Blogging is easy to do. There are many blogging systems that you could use such as WordPress, Blogspot, Typepad, and many others. WordPress is the most popular blog choice. You have the choice between WordPress.com and WordPress.org. If you use WordPress.org, you’ll need to register a domain name or link it to your website.

Blogging Tips and Tricks

  • Keep blogs between 350 – 700 words. A blog over 700 words is best broken up into two blogs. Some readers’ eyes will start to “glaze over” if a blog is longer than 700 words.
  • Incorporate videos, podcasts, and graphics into your blog. This is a great way to spice up your blog. Keep videos and podcasts short; the minimum is 15 minutes.
  • Write a blog daily or every other day. It’s best to post a blog each day. If time is an issue, write a blog every other day. You may want to have blogs in “reserve” in case you take a vacation or are teaching at a conference like Hayhouse’s I Can Do It.
  • Attention getting headlines will draw readers to your website. You want to hook your readers with eye catching headlines. These are headlines will make visitors stop and read your blog.
  • Provide unique content that will actually help your readers. Many people are saying the same thing just in a different package. Make your blog and content unique. It’s all right to regurgitate what’s already being said, but set yourself apart from other healing arts professionals with unique content.
  • Incorporate SEO (search engine optimization) into your blog. Research keywords and meta tags for your website. If you don’t understand this, consult with someone (hire me!)
  • Make sure to incorporate an RSS Feed on your website so visitors can subscribe to your blog. Invite visitors to sign up for your blog this way they’ll receive the latest information.

Blogging can enhance your website. Many companies are starting to incorporate blogs. Years ago they wouldn’t have thought about putting a blog on a website. Technology moves at a rapid pace. If you don’t keep up, you could lose potential clients and business. More importantly, you miss out on the opportunity to help more people than you already have.

Rebecca

What is stopping you from creating a blog?

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