Write and Be Free
Everything I Know About Starting a Writing Business From Scratch
by Chris Weller
Your all-in-one guide for starting, running, and growing a writing business.
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“I know a lot of journalists grappling with the next steps in their careers, whether that's because of AI, layoffs, or other hurdles in the media landscape. If you've ever wondered how to build a writing business, consider reading this fantastic book.”
— Emily Canal, CNBC Editor
The Promise
Hit six-figure revenues by year two. Out-earn your highest salary by year three.
About the Book
The Guide I Wish I'd Had
If you fantasize about leaving behind a full-time career for something more freeing, satisfying, and lucrative, this book will show you how.
I built my ghostwriting firm 1-Across from a loose assortment of low-paying odd jobs into a six-figure business whose revenue well surpassed the highest salary I ever earned. Today, I work a fraction of the hours each week, and 85% of my working time is spent in deep work writing and editing.
Now I want to help you do the same.
What You'll Learn
Everything You Need to Succeed
Land Your First Deal
From the first email outreach to closing a $2,500 deal in just three weeks. Learn exactly how to generate leads and turn them into paying clients.
Think Like an Entrepreneur
A freelancer trades time for money. An entrepreneur invests time to unlock huge returns. Learn the mindset shift that changes everything.
Master Value-Based Pricing
Why charging by the hour or by the word makes no sense, and how to price based on the outcomes you deliver instead.
Use Proposal Templates That Win
Get my template proposals that I use to close 99% of my deals, with real examples from actual client engagements.
Build a Referral Business
Create systems that bring in new clients consistently so you can stop hustling and start building sustainable income.
Grow the Right Way
Scale your business without burning out. Learn when to raise prices, how to find new clients, and when to say no.
Inside the Book
Table of Contents
Ready to Write and Be Free?
You won't become a freelancer. You're signing up to become an entrepreneur. Get the roadmap to building a business that gives you more freedom, satisfaction, and money than any day job ever could.
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