If you’ve ever dreamed of ditching the 9-to-5 grind, working from home, and getting paid to write, this is your chance to learn from one of the best in the business.
My friend Elna Cain started her freelance writing journey in 2014 as a mom of twins, driven by a desire to stay home with her newborns.
Fast forward to today, she’s a six-figure writer with clients like Walmart, OptinMonster, and Blogging Wizard—and she’s sharing her incredible story and tips with us.
In today’s exclusive podcast interview, Elna reveals:
1. How to Land High-Paying Clients
"When I started, I pitched daily—it was my job to get jobs. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll see that clients want to pay for good content."
Elna shares her step-by-step approach to pitching clients that transformed her inbox into a steady stream of opportunities—including how she perfected her “client magnet” strategy to stand out in competitive markets.
2. The ONE Mistake New Freelancers Should Avoid
"If I could go back, I’d tell myself: stop trying to write for everyone. Focus on the clients who value your niche."
Learn from Elna’s early mistakes and how she narrowed her niche to grow her income. She explains why trying to be a “jack of all trades” could hold you back and how to avoid the same trap.
3. Where to Find Lucrative Writing Opportunities ($3,200 per article)
"You don’t have to chase clients forever. Once I found the right communities and platforms, clients started coming to me."
Elna uncovers the platforms and networks that helped her land jobs paying $3,200 per article, and she shares tips for building long-term relationships with clients who keep coming back.
Why This Interview Matters For You:
Elna’s no-nonsense advice will show you how to:
✔️ Find your writing niche and attract clients in booming industries like SaaS and digital marketing.
✔️ Build a professional online presence, even if you’re starting from scratch.
✔️ Turn a part-time side hustle into a full-time business—on your terms.
Ready to make 2025 the year you finally get paid to write?
Don’t miss this inspiring interview packed with actionable insights and hands-on strategies.
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You can listen to it as Substack podcast and/or watch our interview on YouTube.
Enjoy the show!
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Table of Contents
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:24 How Did Elna Start Writing?
00:05:48 What Lessons Would Elna Tell Beginners?
00:09:39 What to Do if You’re Afraid to Start Writing
00:14:13 How to Find High-Demand Topics
00:16:51 How to Create an Optimized LinkedIn Profile
00:26:29 How You Can Make Sales in DM’s
00:28:42 Which Platforms Should Writers Be On?
00:31:32 What Elna’s Funnel Looks Like
00:34:21 How Elna Created Her Website
00:42:51 How Elna Gets Her Clients
00:48:08 What Sites Pay for Writing?
00:51:14 How Elna Became a Full-Time Writer 00:52:20 Is $1,000 a Good Amount to Make as a Writer?
00:54:38 Does Elna Use BeeHiiv?
00:55:33 How Elna Has Got 20,000 Newsletter Subscribers
00:57:20 How Important is Having a Business Plan?
01:00:12 Results from Elna’s 10-Day Challenge on YouTube
01:01:20 What Marketing Tools does Elna Use?
01:04:20 What Does a Day in the Life of Elan Look Like?
01:10:11 How Many Websites Does Elna Have?
01:14:16 Personal Questions for Elna
Enjoy the show!
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