writing Archives - David Silverberg

Read my latest writing in the new Portfolio page

Latest Writing / 03/24/2024 / brand, coaching, consulting, content marketing, david silverberg, journalism, portfolio, writing

It’s about time I levelled up my website by alerting visitors to my latest journalistic and brand writing. That’s why I worked with my web designer to launch my new PORTFOLIO page on this website, which included my work for news outlets such as BBC News, The Toronto Star and Fast Company, as well as […]

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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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Why every writer needs to have an Inspiration File

Latest Writing / 06/03/2022 / ideas, inspiration file, le mot juste, notes, writing

In a note on my Evernote app, titled Inspiration File, a list of random words and phrases might seem confusing to a stranger’s eye, but for me, they represent five years’ worth of curating the most intriguing pieces of writing I’ve come across. In both the fiction and non-fiction I read, I pay attention to

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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.

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My published work in October/November 2021

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 11/27/2021 / freelance writing, portfolio, writing

From long-running Halloween stores in Toronto to the rise of carbon labels, my portfolio was impressively varied in the past few months.

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Why turning down jobs can benefit your freelance writing career

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 07/18/2021 / career, freelance writing, rejection, writing

In this post, I break down the various reasons why freelance journalists may want to pass on gigs and instead focus on more enriching opportunities.

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Struck by imposter syndrome? Shut it down like how you’d close an intrusive pop-up ad

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 12/04/2020 / confidence, creative writing, imposter syndrome, writing

If you’re a creative or non-fiction writer, you likely have felt the tendrils of imposter syndrome wrap around your chest. Here’s how to combat this ego-destroying monster.

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How being a journalist has made me a stronger creative writer

Featured Writings, Latest Writing / 10/01/2020 / career, creative writing, journalism, writing

When I first began working as a journalist, I was worried. I had spent years believing I would grow up to become a fiction novelist or creative writer

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