05: Pitching mindset

The first thing most freelance writers need to do to improve their pitching isn’t some editorial magic trick. It’s not tips on including a news hook, or how to write a great subject line, or having the right clips in your portfolio. For most of us, the first thing to do to improve your pitching is to change how you’re thinking about the pitching process itself. Maybe you didn’t even know you had a pitching mindset. Today I’m going to offer some unconventional ways of approaching pitching and perspectives that you haven’t considered before. Freelance Writer Breakthrough Free mini course on how to pitch: https://www.rebeccalweber.com/2018breakthrough Freelance Writer Bootcamp Write pitches that sell, break into your dream publications, and get paid well to cover stories you’re passionate about: https://www.FreelanceWriterBootcamp.com Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.rebeccalweber.com/podcast5

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Rebecca L. Weber coaches with the sustainable strategies, mindset shifts, and creative skills development she uses to help independent writers around the world. If you’ve got what it takes to make it as a freelance writer, but struggle with confidence, imposter syndrome, overwhelm, procrastination, time management, writer’s block, improving your craft, marketing, pitching, underearning, pursuing meaning in your work, or getting in your own way, this is the writing podcast for you. Learn, grow, and succeed as a freelancer by identifying the wants and needs of your editors, your readers, and yourself. Rebecca draws on her experience as a journalist covering social justice, the environment, international development, the arts, and travel for publications like CNN, the New York Times, Dwell, and Ebony.com. Download a free guide on how to pitch at www.rebeccalweber.com/5-proven-steps