Freelance Writers Have Other Skills Besides Writing

Many freelance writers have other skills besides writing. They have marketing, SEO, SEM, SMO, PR, graphic and web design, accounting, and other skills. Freelance writers who use all of their skills will set themselves apart from those who don’t. Their services will be in demand because they’ll add tremendous value to clients and their businesses.

Some freelance writers have graphic and web design backgrounds. Not only can they write search engine optimized web content, they can design websites as well. It’s a terrific combination that could save clients headaches in the long run.

FYI: It’s always best to hire a web designer that has a graphic design background because they understand color schemes, layouts, and how to properly use photos.

Many freelance writers write web content. This means they know and understand SEO. They understand how to use keywords and phrases within blog and articles without forcing them. They’re familiar with meta tags and how to use links within web content. Freelance writers also understand the importance of SEM and creating backlinks. Hiring freelance writers who are web savvy can boost page ranks within search engines; this translates to more customers and a higher profit.

Skills freelance writers have besides writing

• Graphic and web design
• SEO — search engine optimization
• SEM — search engine marketing
• SMO — social media optimization
• PR
• Marketing
• IT
• Illustration
• Accounting
• Organization
• Coaching
• Speak foreign languages
• Use sign language
• Train and teach others
• Time management

The more skills freelance writers have the better they’re positioned to solve more problems and increase their income. Most clients are looking for people who can do more than one thing. While it’s true you can’t be everything to everyone, you can tap into your skills and use the ones that will complement your writing. It’s a win-win situation!

Rebecca

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