The Reality Blog

Work through your 2010 web writing goals right here with Mindy Tyson McHorse. The Reality Blog is here to give you live, up-to-the-minute proof that it’s possible to make it big (and to make six figures) as a web writer.

Get to know Mindy in her first video message and find out how the Reality Blog will help you stay on track this year as a working, successful web writer. Then dive right into each Monday blog post to follow Mindy’s adventures and see what she’ll accomplish that week. A big key to picking up the pace of your career lies in building relationships with fellow web writers, and this is the place to do it!

Every Friday, she’ll be back to let you know exactly how her actions and activities played out. She’ll share what she did that worked along with what didn’t turn out so well — so YOU can learn from her successes as well as any mistakes she makes. Consider Mindy your partner throughout 2010.

She’s someone you can bounce ideas off of, share roadblocks with, and celebrate achievements. Be sure to add your comments after each blog post!

And don’t miss The Reality Blog Challenge, a chance for you to put your writing skills to the test, land new clients, add professional work samples to your portfolio, and win great prizes from AWAI valued up to $497!

Member Spotlight: Christina Gillick On Steady Forward Steps

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on May 16, 2012 · 1 Comment

If you’re looking for a little inspiration, you’ll enjoy Christina Gillick’s take on success. Read this Member Spotlight to find out what steady forward progress can bring you, and why it pays to be open to new opportunities along the way. Read more »

Motivate Yourself Now: Write Winning Emails That Land You More Projects

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on May 12, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If connecting to potential clients over email has you scratching your head, this guide will help. Mindy shares four tips for fostering clear, direct, and profitable relationships with existing clients as well as prospects. Read more »

Motivate Yourself Now: When It’s Worth It To Slack Off

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on May 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Do you ever feel overloaded with all the possibilities of life as a web writer? Find out why you shouldn’t sweat it, regardless of where you are in your career. Mindy shares her own lesson-learned in this regard, and how to make the best of your current situation. Read more »

Member Spotlight: Kellie Craft On Blazing Forward

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on May 5, 2012 · 1 Comment

If you’re hoping to make your own leap from cubicle-dweller to independent, satisfied freelancer, Kellie Craft has some fiery wisdom to share. Not only has she done a superb job of networking and building up her web-writing connections, she’s also got a great attitude about pushing forward toward intrinsically-rewarding success. Read more »

Motivate Yourself Now: Are You Getting The Writer’s Life RIGHT?

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on May 2, 2012 · 3 Comments

What’s the best kind of “writer’s life” for your specific needs? Mindy examines two radically different approaches to freelancer bliss. She highlights the advantages of each and explains why both routes can offer personal rewards. Read more »

Member Spotlight: Christine Butler On The Great Adventure Of Web Writing

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on April 30, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever wanted to pick up and follow your passion, look no further than Christine Butler as inspiration. This week’s Spotlight explains how she’s using web writing as the key to pursuing her long-held dream to travel the country … and why she’ll make money doing it. Read more »

Motivate Yourself Now: 4 Quick Ways To Recycle Your Content

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on April 25, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If you’ve got a lot of goals (or a lot of clients!) but limited writing time, these savvy methods for re-using content will boost your productivity. Find out how to stretch your minutes while improving your chances of reaching key prospects and connecting with your target audience. Read more »

Member Spotlight: Janet Grosshandler On Focused Determination

Written by Mindy Tyson-McHorse on April 23, 2012 · 3 Comments

If the idea of 25,000 Facebook followers for your web-writing business sounds good to you, you’ll want to read what Janet has to say. Just two years ago, she began her web-writing journey, and now she manages a successful freelance business focused around one of her passions, AND finds the time to write e-books — seven of which are already on Amazon! Get to know her today. Read more »