How to Use LinkedIn for Freelance Writer Jobs

Do you think freelance writer jobs are available only through job boards? Think again!

LinkedIn is the common job platform for candidates. But the problem is, you don’t take LinkedIn seriously for finding freelance writing jobs online.

Even I have made this mistake. But trust me, LinkedIn is the best platform for freelancers.

But why LinkedIn?

LinkedIn is a social media platform which is designed to connect the business professionals and freelance workers.

So, this article will help you how to use LinkedIn effectively for landing freelance writer jobs.

Here we go!

7 Tips to Use LinkedIn for Freelance Writer Jobs

Work on your profile

Let me tell you some points to keep in mind while creating your LinkedIn profile:

• Upload a professional profile pic which shows you kind and approachable. Don’t forget to smile!
• Add your professional email in your contact information.
• The most important part in the profile is your intro. Write a compelling intro which shows your skills. As a freelance writer, we don’t meet with our clients face to face. So, your intro must show why they should hire you.

Showcase your work

Add your experience where you have worked earlier or your past achievements.

If you are a novice freelance writer, then you must have your blog or portfolio. Mention them so that your client can see your work.

Useful resources to read:

The Ultimate Guide to Start your Own Blog

Best free portfolio websites for freelance writers

Add keywords in your profile

Use an appropriate keyword in your profile and headline. For example, “freelance writer” is now common. Expand this keyword by giving more detail in freelance writing. Like, content writer or marketer, blogger etc. This trick will help you stand out among other freelance writers.

Join LinkedIn groups

Groups are also one of the opportunities to get freelance writer jobs on LinkedIn. Join groups on LinkedIn related to your field of interest, and regularly interact with the members of the group. You never know you might have a recruiter waiting for you in the group!

Use LinkedIn tools

• Who’s viewed your profile

LinkedIn offers this tool to see who has visited your profile. This feature works best in a paid membership. If you find people relevant to your talent viewing your profile, connect with them and send them a message.

• Articles

LinkedIn also offers to write and publish an article on the platform itself. It’s becoming a great publishing platform to showcase your talent. Through this, you can showcase your talent and get freelance writer jobs from home.

Also Read: 5 Simple Tips to Attract more visitors to your LinkedIn posts

Follow the companies in your niche

Connect with the companies, clients or brands you want to work with. It’s not bad if you reach out yourself to them. If you have found someone from the companies or brands of your interest visiting your profile, you can message them first asking if they need a freelance writer.

LinkedIn job ads

Have a look at the job ads of LinkedIn. Sometimes they are quite worthy. The companies who post them are in need of a freelance writer and that could be you.

If they are asking for a full-time, you can tell them until they don’t find a full-time writer, you will work for them as a freelance writer.

Conclusion

Now, you have learned how to get freelance writer jobs on LinkedIn. First and foremost, create your profile, and with patience follow all the above ways to get jobs on LinkedIn as a freelance writer.

Also read: Top 27 places to find freelance writing jobs online

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