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How to Write a Deal-Clinching Book Proposal
Posted by DarrenThe world of book publishing has changed the way it operates. There was a time when a writer with a brilliant story idea could approach a dozen or more publishing house in the hope of successfully selling his proposal and bag a contract. Today, the same writer has a lot of publishing options both in the traditional non-traditional publishing market to sell his proposal.
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Follow these Dont’s to Become a Writer
Posted by DarrenLike many before you, you are dreaming to forget that 9 to 5 job and get into full time freelance writing. Before you know how to achieve your dreams, it would be wise to know what you should not do – it will help you reach your goal faster.
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The Personal Essay – How to Write and Sell it
Posted by Darren
It is not uncommon to draw inspiration from other peoples’ experiences and obstacles which they overcame successfully. Personal essays are essentially personal accounts of experiences (good or bad) which we write and publish to share with the rest of the world. The aim is not only to share but offer valuable help to readers to go along the journey called life.
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How to become a News Article writer
Posted by Darren
There is something interesting in the biographies of some of the famous writers of the world. Many of them began their careers as news writers! Undoubtedly one of the best ways to begin a career in publishing news writing is fairly simple and straightforward. Just answer the first questions that come up in the mind after an event: how, why, who, what, where and when.
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The Do’s and Dont’s of Writing a Winning Resume
Posted by DarrenGone are the days when a resume carried only the basic information about the job applicant: name, address, educational qualifications and work experience. Today, a resume is a professional marketing tool for the job seeker, where at a quick glance, the prospective employer can know the existing skill sets of the candidate, how keen he or she is to adapt to the available systems or technologies of the new company and what additional value they can add to the company in general. Today’s job market, in any field, is as competitive as ever and to stand out from the crowd, the first impression matters a lot and that is carried by your resume!
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Write resumes. Make money.
Posted by DarrenOne of the areas which a freelance writer often ignores as unimportant is the job of a resume writer. Those days are gone when all one had to write in a job application was the date of birth, educational qualifications and extra-curricular hobbies. Today, the resume is an effective marketing tool used by job seekers to get an entry into high-paying and competitive job market. Not only does the resume talk about a person’s professional capabilities, but is also an extension of his or her personality. The modern resume has one primary objective: how the job seekers skills and expertise can add more value to an organization. The right type of resume can bring the candidate at the doorstep of his dream employer – after which it is up to him to sustain the interest level of the employer. As a resume writer, your job is to get the aspirant to the door of the interview chamber – and you have accomplished your personal objective.
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How to Use Articles as an Effective Marketing Tool
Posted by DarrenOne of the most effective ways to persuade a potential buyer to try out a new product is by making him believe in the claims. The best way this can be achieved is through convincing articles. Once known as ‘advertorials’ which featured on the top, bottom or sides of a page, these articles were written with hard-sell in mind and often read as such. Times have changed today – when articles are used more as a soft-selling tool for the brand. They are more subtle in their claims and can easily be mistaken as an unbiased review by a professional correspondent.
