Stop Writing Unrequested Blog Posts: A Freelancing Tip

Stop Writing Unrequested Blog Posts: A Freelancing TipStop Writing Unrequested Blog Posts: A Freelancing Tip

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Tobias Brown

pro

• Jun 19

I keep writing sample blog posts for businesses that never asked me to.

Mariia Krukovska

• Jun 18

I never stop learning👩🏼‍💻 Especially in creative fields, there’s always room to grow. Today I’m learning about letter construction — it’s really interesting🙃

graphicsdesigner Typography logotype

Olha Purikova

• Jun 19

Learning is what really drives ❤️💕

Tobias Brown

pro

• Jun 19

Most small businesses don't need a blog yet.

They need one page that says what they do in plain words, and a Google profile that isn't half empty.

I run a blog business and that is still the first thing i tell people. What would you fix first?

Nmesoma Ononigbo

• Jun 19

1. Write For Clarity, Not For Ego

A reflective piece on a lesson from my brother that reshaped how I write, choosing clarity over sounding "professional." Demonstrates self-awareness and a writer's commitment to serving the reader, not the ego.

2. The storytelling gap

An original research-backed post analyzing why founders and brands go inactive online. Combines a self-conducted study with persuasive copywriting to position a content service. Shows research, data presentation, and conversion writing skills.

3. She came, she conquered

A personal appreciation post written after completing a content bootcamp. Uses storytelling, humor, and personalized gratitude to drive engagement, earned 27 likes, 23 comments, and 10 reposts.

4. The sleep epidemic

A feature-style piece blending a global statistic (30-35% of adults struggle with sleep) with personal narrative. A human-interest story exploring burnout culture among young adults.