advice Archives - David Silverberg

Why you should ask upfront for half the fee for major projects

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 01/25/2024 / advice, freelance writing, journalism, writing

When I endured the frustration of not getting paid due to a bankrupt client, I realized I didn’t take my own advice: ask for half a project before you submit the first draft.

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Read my latest clips for BBC News, Agriculture Dive

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 12/05/2023 / advice, freelance writing, journalism, pitch, writing

This winter has been busy, due in part to working with several new clients such as Agriculture Dive and ForesightDK.

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My four-part Medium series breaks down how to write tight

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 02/07/2023 / advice, creative writing, medium, writing

A year ago, I decided to dabble in writing on Medium, where I saw many fellow writers turn to a a blogging platform. Once I found my footing and niche (writing advice), I launched a four-part series on how to hone the craft. I could’ve waxed poetic on this topic for more than four posts,

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The top 3 podcasts for freelance journalists

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 08/25/2022 / advice, freelance wrting, podcasts

It’s time to learn about the best podcasts for dishing out advice to freelance journalists!

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6 lessons I learned after 6 years of working as a full-time freelance writer

Latest Writing / 04/15/2022 / advice, freelance, freelance journalism, lessons, tips, writing

Learning to say no. Hustling non-stop. Negotiating like a boss. These are some of the takeaways from my past six years of excelling as a freelance journalist.