I get a lot out of conference speaking, so just thought I’d post a short note about the two sessions I’ll be presenting at the Editors Canada conference coming up June 21-23 in Vancouver:
Becoming a Feisty Freelancer
How to Start or Transition to Your Own Business
Want to become a feisty freelancer? An editor in charge of your own schedule, who picks your own projects and builds a satisfying business and lifestyle? Whether you’re a new editor or transitioning to freelance, this workshop will cover several useful topics. The basics of setting up your business, developing an online presence, looking for clients and planning out a work routine. Basically everything that makes you excited to show up at your desk every morning!
Everyone Hates Cold Pitching
Here’s Why I Do It Anyway
Want to get a freelance editor or writer to shudder and avert their eyes? Recommend they start cold pitching to get clients. But targeted emails, direct outreach to job posts, and LinkedIn connections earns me a nice handful of extra clients every year. In this session, I share my approach to cold pitching, including how to find new contacts, create targeted and personalized outreach emails, and keep track of all your efforts. Learn how cold outreach can be a good addition to your marketing plan, and why it’s not always as scary as it sounds.
Here’s the website with all the details: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/editors24/home
For those who are attending, I’ll see you there!
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