How I Leverage Online Communities to Market My Freelance Business and Find Clients
Two online freelance writing communities you should join and five tips to leverage them
Yesterday, my friend asked me how she can market her freelance business — she just started this journey two months ago. I told her, “one of the most effective ways to do that is joining an online community for writers. Then, share what you know and learn from them.”
Her jaw dropped.
“Other writers are your competitors. What do you do in that community? Did you share your secrets? Someone will steal your ways and scoop your clients right behind your back. I have no clue why you do such a thing!”
I’m familiar with that reaction. In fact, it’s pretty common that not many writers want to join an online community, at least from people I know.
They have many reasons for not being a part of a network. For example, some may have an established freelance business and don’t have time for anything else. Some think a community doesn’t bring any benefits. Some aren’t willing to engage with strange writers and share what they’ve learned. Some are afraid of being asked too many questions by newbie freelancers via comments, direct messages, or emails. Others believe an online…
