FAST-TRACK COURSE WITH LIFETIME ACCESS TO LAUNCH OR LEVEL UP YOUR FREELANCE WRITING BUSINESS
If you've been stuck on...
Leveling up your writing skills, client load, niche expertise, marketing, and networking
Creating consistent retainer and ongoing client work
Leveraging your experience and knowledge for better clients, bylines, and bucks
Starting your freelance writing business on the right path or leaving your 9-to-5 for full-time freelance
Gaining schedule freedom AKA boosting income in fewer hours
Getting to the next level of freelance writing projects by moving beyond blog posts to long-form content and articles, case studies, white papers, ebooks/downloadables, email marketing campaigns, sales pages, and strategy/messaging
THIS LIFETIME ACCESS COURSE IS FOR YOU!
RUNWAY WRITERS WHO'VE TAKEN OFF SAY...
Grew My Freelance Writing Side Gig Into My Full-Time Job That Earns More Than My Soul-Sucking 9-to-5
"What I learned in Runway has been SUPER helpful as I've grown my freelance side gig over the last year into my main source of income.
Things I didn't even know I should be paying attention to (like not pouring time and energy into hard-to-work-with clients and holding out for the good ones!) have proved to be so, so helpful knowing that you already gave me permission to do it.
I started Runway just as I was dipping a tentative toe into the freelance waters. At that time, I was using my freelance writing to supplement a "regular" job with ever-shrinking hours and while I knew I could write, I really had no clue how to turn that into income.
Runway was definitely super helpful with practical, logistical resources (How do I write an LOI? What kind of clients should I even be looking for? Is there a better way to invoice people and vet the wildly varying contracts that are coming my way?), but the real value was in Mandy's radically generous approach to sharing her hard-won wisdom.
I had literally no idea what I was doing, but she insisted there was more than enough freelance work out there for all of us to succeed, that I should respect my own time and worth, and that concentrating on high-paying, good-to-work-with clients would be far more effective than putting up with a bunch of tiny, chaotic and frustrating jobs.
Now, I'm a happy full-time freelancer with a growing client list, earning more than I did as a "regular" employee in my last soul-sucking job. Thanks for all you do to encourage us freelancers - it has truly been a gift to me!”
DANA CASSELL
33% Rate Increase Thanks to Runway
“Runway has been a tremendous course! Because of Mandy's Runway course, I was able to ask for a rate increase with one of my clients. Today, I was granted a 33% rate increase per article! WOO HOO!
Also, because of Mandy's suggestion of Hubspot, I earned my first certification in social media...Now I have a cert to show my long-term industry experience.
Again, THANK YOU. I would recommend MANDY in a heartbeat.“
BIANCA PRIETO
Runway Helped Me Bag My Dream Client
“Mandy - just wanted to drop a note and say thank you for the Runway course.
One "homework assignment" was sending an LOI to an "out-of-my-league" dream client - I did that and just bagged a contract with that dream client.
Definitely would not have gone for it without the LOI and encouragement of Runway. Thank you!”
KATE DAVIS JONES
Can't Recommend Runway Enough; Loving The Course
"Can't recommend Runway enough…I started this 5-day freelance writing business Bootcamp from Mandy Ellis and I AM LOVING the material!
I've been learning how to market my brand to appeal to my exact niches and what specific qualities to look for in my ideal clients. And was excited to learn more about prices, negotiations, and contracts!”
RAUL MERCADO
Runway is Amazing, Comprehensive, and Worth Every Cent
"I just did Runway and simply wanted to say just how good and useful it was.
An amazing, comprehensive course where Mandy's experience and enthusiasm really came through :). Just wanted to say a big thank you. Worth every cent.”
GEORGE PHILIPAS
Learned a Tremendous Amount From Mandy
"Mandy! Runway is so great…I've learned a tremendous amount from you.”
GILLIAN BAGWELL
DO YOU FEEL
Like no matter what you try, nothing changes or gets done in your freelance writing biz?
Lost when it comes to getting to the next level of your biz from clients and rates to systems and processes?
Unclear about where the high-quality work and retainers are, or how to market like an expert while growing your network?
Blocked by endless hours on small projects or working many more hours than you want per week?
Locked into a schedule that's giving you zero freedom or downtime?
RUNWAY
5-DAY FAST-TRACK COURSE WITH LIFETIME ACCESS TO LAUNCH OR LEVEL UP YOUR FREELANCE WRITING BUSINESS
$449
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT IN OUR DAILY 1-HOUR CLASSES?
DAY 1 - NICHES + DIRECTION ROADMAP
You'll start off with a bang on direct examples of what kinds of freelance writing niches to pursue, how to get your mindset in the right place for high-end clients, and how to balance your work, niches, and business roadmap for ultimate success.
Sampler Platter of Topics Covered:
- Cake + Icing Niches
- Optimizing Your Work and Schedule
- Defining Your Business Roadmap For Success
DAY 2 - LINKEDIN, WEBSITE, + PORTFOLIO
I'll give you all my secrets to high-converting LinkedIn profiles, websites, and portfolios that'll have diamond clients drooling to work with you. It's NOT complicated; you just need to know the right tweaks to make. That's what I'll share here so you can take action to gain your ideal clients and projects right now.
Sampler Platter of Topics Covered:
- Questions to answer in your LinkedIn and website to attract your ideal diamond clients
- How to structure your LinkedIn, website, and portfolio to win top-tier clients
- Common mistakes to avoid
DAY 3 - MARKETING: DIAMOND CLIENTS, LOIs (LETTERS OF INTRODUCTION), + MAGAZINE PITCHES
Befuddled about how to market to cash-infused, diamond clients in less time like the pros? Not sure if your pitches will land the assignment at your dream publications? This path will give you step-by-step intel on how to create LOIs and pitches that get top-dollar retainer work and beautiful bylines.
Sampler Platter of Topics Covered:
- How to create your list of diamond potential clients
- How to design LOIs to businesses and pitches to magazines to get responses and results
- How to grow your network (the non-gross way)
DAY 4 - CLIENT CALLS, PRICING, PROPOSALS, CONTRACTS, + NEGOTIATIONS
Together, we'll set up your rates to win bigger, better assignments while building that concrete foundation to speak to and negotiate with your clients. The exact questios to ask on every client call and how to handle these calls plus we'll go over important contract knowledge so you never feel like your client's underling again.
Sampler Platter of Topics Covered:
- What to say "no" to and how to respect your boundaries while saying "no"
- Questions to ask on potential client calls and how to handle calls with diamond clients
- How to set prices and understand hourly vs. per project vs. retainer
- The gold nugget proposal/contract/invoice framework
- Contract clauses to know and what to look for in client contracts
- How to negotiate with clients and create proper business boundaries
DAY 5 - TOOLS, WRITING SKILLS, ONGOING CLIENT WORK, + ROADMAP FOR EARNING MORE IN FEWER HOURS
This is the groundwork for delivering gold-standard work to your clients every single time. I'll walk you through the simple framework systems and processes so you can work fewer hours and make more money, stay organized, and never miss an important task.
Sampler Platter of Topics Covered:
- Leveling up your niche expertise and writing skills
- Tools and systems for freelance writers
- How to get retainers and ongoing work from your specific diamond clients
- Methods to earn more in fewer hours while gaining schedule freedom
- What to look for in high-end projects and how to win top-tier work
- Refining the blueprint for your future freelance writing success
WRITERS REACHING NEW ALTITUDES SAY...
“Runway has been phenomenal! Mandy's insight and expertise has lifted my spirits and made me feel confident and motivated to really dive into freelance writing. She's a freelance writing biz guru! Loved her class so much!”
“I am so, so glad that I did this because it's EXACTLY what I was looking for! Runway classes have been the highlight of my week!
I've felt rejuvenated and uplifted (I've been frustrated and feeling low because of a potential client that ghosted as well as the struggles of freelancing).
I wish I had access to Mandy's program when I first started! Nonetheless, Runway has equipped me with the skills to take it to the next level."
“I have so loved this week. Runway's given me a sparkle to my step and given me a compass. I'm grateful because I can dive deep into the details I need to accomplish my dream career! Woo hoo what a ride!”
“I couldn't agree more about how helpful Runway's classes have been. I've already started looking into resources to revamp (read, gut and start over) my website.”
“Just want to say I'm only three days in, and I've already done a lot more than I've ever been able to do on my own.
Finally got the homepage of my website done from Runway action items yesterday, and I feel like it's the best representation of me I've ever put on my site.”
“Runway has been so amazing! Now I have a solid plan and am actually excited to get going!”
WRITERS WHO'VE BEEN COACHED BY ME SAY...
More Than Doubled My Freelance Writing Income
“…and just reeled in another lucrative new client with the Crunchbase method you showed me for prospecting. Thanks again for all your help!
I just wanted to send you a big thank you for helping give me the confidence to charge higher rates! I quoted $0.50/word on a new project and the client just paid the deposit about an hour ago—so the deal is closed.
If it wasn't for you, I doubt I would’ve had the confidence to charge this much. I probably would’ve quoted 20-30 percent less.”
JOHN WEILER
Always Left Our Conversations With Helpful Info to Move Forward; Felt Motivated and Encouraged
“I've been lucky enough to be helped by Mandy 1:1 a few times, and she's always been incredibly generous with her support. Because she's also a freelance writer, she can truly relate to my questions and feelings, and responds from a place of experience and empathy.
I always left our conversations with helpful information to consider moving forward, and feeling encouraged and motivated to do so. I'm also on her email list and have gotten valuable tips about mental health and business planning from her letters.
Mandy's got the best energy and you can feel her genuine interest in your success. I highly recommend working with her!”
GABRIELLE MISIEWICZ
Mandy Had Tons of Advice on Better-Paying Clients and How to Approach Them Plus The Best Way to Quote Fees
“I decided to work with Mandy because I needed some guidance on how to find better paying clients. She had a ton of knowledge and advice to share about how to approach clients, how to make the most of client calls, and the best way to give quotes with my fees.
The thing that impressed me most was how she jumped into the session and got things rolling immediately. It made me feel like I really got maximum value from the call. I'd definitely recommend her to any freelancer in need of some guidance and practical advice.”
COURTNEY HALL
Hi, Freelance
Friend :)
I’m Mandy!
Becoming a freelance writer overhauled my life and has taken me places I never thought possible.
Over the last decade, I've gotten my hands dirty, fell down, made mistakes, and triumphed as I made the switch from starving artist to award-winning writer.
I've had the chance to impact businesses from Fortune 500 companies and start-ups to national newsstand publications.
And now, my six-figure business supports my family of two humans and two doggos. What an honor.
But what I'm hoping, more than anything, is that you get to transform your freelance writing income and business, too.
If you're a side-hustle writer, full-time freelance writer, or even a newbie, take the plunge and bet on yourself...I know you'll see concrete changes with Runway in your future business.
After eight years of answering thousands of questions and coaching freelance writers one-on-one, I know when we work together, you'll get results and the writing career you've always dreamed of.
I'm so psyched to see your progress and wins with Runway!
FAQ
RUNWAY
5-DAY FAST-TRACK COURSE WITH LIFETIME ACCESS TO GAIN MOMENTUM, SECURE SCHEDULE FREEDOM, AND MOVE FROM STUCK TO BUCKS IN LESS TIME
$449
Stop settling for lukewarm cash from mediocre clients who don't truly value your hard work and ramp up your freelance writing success today.
Join this 5-day fast-track class with LIFETIME access to the course material to supercharge your writing biz with action-packed info and immediate implementation.
Questions?: mandy@mandyellis.com