Thread by @jeskirkwood, A few weeks ago, I analyzed @Google search data and determined that [...]

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A few weeks ago, I analyzed @Google search data and determined that #economicsecurity is American freelancers’ biggest need. http://bit.ly/2Rsew50 [1/7]

What freelancers need to be financially stable

Google search data reveal insights into what freelancers actually need from their government representatives.

http://bit.ly/2Rsew50

A recent survey of 5,000+ gig workers by @FreelancersU found that 3 in 4 freelancers have lost contracts or gigs due to the #COVID19 pandemic. http://bit.ly/2xnuV47

Here are a few resources for #freelancewriters and other #freelance content folks struggling to find work [2/7]

With Work Drying Up, Freelancers Are Reeling from Coronavirus | The Freelancer, by Contently

Freelancers Union says three quarters have lost work, and 90 percent expect to lose more in the weeks and months ahead.

http://bit.ly/2xnuV47

1. Apply for up to $1,000 per household of financial relief http://bit.ly/2xjHkpG [3/7]

Freelancers Relief Fund Eligibility Guidelines

Freelancers Union in the largest and fastest organization representing the 57 million independent workers across the country. We give our 450,000 members a powerful voice through policy advocacy,...

http://bit.ly/2xjHkpG

2. Explain to your clients why #contentmarketing is the smartest investment they can make right now http://bit.ly/2UXNJzJ [4/7]

How to Make the Case for Content Marketing in Uncertain Times

People have reached out asking for advice on protecting their content marketing budgets in these uncertain times. Here's how to make the case.

http://bit.ly/2UXNJzJ

3. Create your @Contently portfolio, and start networking with managing editors in your beat. http://bit.ly/3ceu6tj

Experience in healthcare, financial services, and insurance are especially valuable right now. [5/7]

Contently’s Clients Are Looking for B2B Healthcare Writers | The Freelancer, by Contently

Contently powers the content marketing programs of the world’s most valuable brands through its complete content marketing solution: expert content

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4. Pitch your story ideas to @Contently's The Content Strategist ( http://bit.ly/2XoOmE7 ) and The Freelancer ( http://bit.ly/3ebUMN6 ).

After all, you're an expert. What #contentmarketing lessons can you share with the community? [6/7]

How to Pitch The Freelancer | The Freelancer, by Contently

Submit your ideas to thefreelancer@contently.com. While we try to get back to everyone, due to a high volume of pitches we can't always respond. If you

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5. If you have 5+ years of editorial experience, consider applying to @Contently's call for managing editors. http://bit.ly/2JRGC5M

Please tag everyone who could benefit from this thread [7/7]

Contently Is Looking for Freelance Managing Editors

Contently is hiring freelance managing editors. Apply to help some of the world’s most recognizable brands craft high-quality and engaging content.

http://bit.ly/2JRGC5M

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