Hi wordsmiths 🙂

I could really use some advice.

I've been working professionally for over 8 years, and have been in positions where my responsibilities included writing. I've never been a full-time writer, but I now want to transition into writing full-time.

I've applied to a lot of jobs without success. I think my CV looks stellar, and I've built a portfolio website with examples.

It's been two months since I've left my previous job, and I'm getting desperate.

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Are you going for FT right off the bat? I would look at contract or freelance positions to get your foot in the door.

I was VP of content at an agency and currently am a director of content strategy. I've hired hundreds of writers and could help advise.

It's the time of the year too. Hiring mostly dies down from before thanksgiving to the new year

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