ONLINE TRAVEL WRITING COURSE
& MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
In my decade of experience as a freelance travel writer and copywriter, I've been asked countless times how I made it happen.
I've also been asked by quite a few aspiring writers and digital nomads to be their mentor—a question that always left me baffled and humbled and equal measure.
Until now.
I've also been asked by quite a few aspiring writers and digital nomads to be their mentor—a question that always left me baffled and humbled and equal measure.
Until now.
In this course I will:
- Help you find your style, purpose and niche
- Compare work styles like freelance, permanent remote and agency
- Walk you through a step-by-step plan to building a digital portfolio
- Dive into the often overwhelming task of self-promotion
- Assess the role of social media in freelance writing
- Uncover the pros and cons of moving around vs. finding a base
- Dabble in all things finance including invoicing, tax and how to charge
- Explore the importance of community
- Share various writing types such as editorial, copy and blogging
- Discuss honesty, authenticity and value-aligned writing
- Prepare you for dealing with rejection and criticism
- Unpack the importance of upskilling and continuous learning
- Chat about how photography and videography tie into writing
- Help you understand the power of your own platform
- Give you a nurturing approach to finding inspiration and mentorship
- Jump into all things travel writing and the travel industry
- Help you consider what it means to adapt your tone
- Explore pitching (and how to avoid pitching altogether!)
- Help you overcome and embrace mental and emotional blockages
- Discuss ways to manage time and improve productivity
- Chat through career longevity and what it means to have a freelance resume
- Share a few thoughts around manifestation
- Offer a surprising perspective on robot writers
- Walk through freelance writing in relation to sustainability
I finally feel like I'm in the right place ... ready to start sharing my highs, lows and lessons on the windy road that is freelance writing.
With over 60 clients to my name and experience with numerous modes of writing, working and living, I feel I have a lot to share. No matter where you're at in your journey, I would be honoured to give what I can and help you overcome hurdles and find your niche. If you're interested in finding out more, drop your address in the email box below and I'll be in touch when the course is good and ready. In true travel writing fashion, I type this with love from India, Samantha x |