How do I write for clients?

Send us Fan MailBefore you write for clients, you have to learn first the steps you need to take to start the work. Here are some tips from Janine!Key points in this episode:Importance of setting up a discovery callThings you need from the clients after the discovery call and before you write for clientsWhat is a brand guide or style guide?Importance of having a brand guideElements of a brand guideJanine is sharing a handy questionnaire for your new clients to help you visualize your client’s brandDetermining your client’s target audience and direct competitorsWhat Is A Style Guide?When you first talk to your client, you’re going to want to ask for a brand guide and a style guide.A style guide is like a policy but if your clients don’t have one they need a questionnaire.When you receive the brand guide look at it.But if they don’t have one, let’s help them create one by sending over a questionnaire. This is a template you might want to keep handy because this won’t be the last time you need it. Ask them questions like:What are some words to stay away from?If your customer was in front of you, what would they look like and how would they act? This will help you visualize the audienceWho are your direct competitors? Why do we want to know their direct competitors? Because, as a writer, you don’t want to cite direct competitors in your work.Also, take time to look at your client’s past work. Check out the language, the tense, etc. This will help you write directly for that client.If you want more information and want to start your biz – check out my free download savvynursewriter.com/3questionsDo you have a hard time starting your own freelance writing business because you aren’t sure if it is right for you? Starting on June 12, sign-ups for the upcoming webinar on June 22 at 8 pm EST will be open! I am inviting you to join me on my FREE webinar, 4 Misconceptions About Freelance Writing Businesses Nurses Need to Know by registering on this link: bit.ly/junewebinar2022.Welcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it, can I ask for a If you’re ready in exploring if freelance writing is your next PRN job or even full-time, I invite you to check out the Savvy Nurse Writer Community on Facebook and visit savvynursewriter.com to help you get started today!Support the showFOLLOW & REVIEW THE SAVVY SCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSI appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it, can I ask for a review? Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.”If you’re ready to start exploring if freelance writing is your next PRN job or even full-time, I invite you to check out the Savvy Nurse Writer Community on Facebook and the Plan Produce Profit  + Writing Skills Course to help you get started today!