Episodes / Erotic Authors / Freelancers / Sex Bloggers/Sex Toy Reviewers
by Kayla Lords · Published October 28, 2019 · Last modified July 23, 2020
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This week, Molly and I are talking about something that effects all of us at some point or another — burn out. When it happens, you have to deal with it. But there may even be ways to avoid it completely — at least that’s what we’re hoping.
I hate writing for a specific word count. More than 300, less than 1000, 835 and not one word more. UGH. And yet, I do it. I even base content pricing on the word count requested. But it’s not my favorite way to write. Here’s why. Note: I’m primarily discussing content that you write as a freelancer. But if your website is meant to be your business or to be strictly informational, some of this will apply. Too Many Words Kills Simplicity I have found myself adding fluff simply to hit a word count. My phrases lack conciseness. “To” becomes...
Episodes / Sex Bloggers/Sex Toy Reviewers
by Kayla Lords · Published October 21, 2019 · Last modified July 23, 2020
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A lot of us obsess over our stats and want the numbers to be better than they are. In this week’s podcast episode, Molly and Michael talk about using your stats in a way that actually helps you — including what tools to use and how to get the most from the information your stats provide.
In an effort to raise my income in one area, other areas may dip, and I think this is a sign of that, too. The smutlancer financial life is one of flux and flow, as these numbers prove.
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Depending on who you listen to, it takes 10,000 hours to master a skill or it takes ten years to find “success”depending on how you define it. Whether either are true or not, both numbers give me hope. They tell me I’ve got time to achieve my goals and become better at what I do. And I think the same is true for you, too. Try not to be in such a rush and realize that you don’t have to figure it all out right away. Links from the episode: Ask the Smutlancer The Smutlancers Community on Patreon Follow The...
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In this month’s mailbag episode, we answer several questions AND respond to comments. There’s even a Molly rant towards the end. We’re talking about copyright, trademarks, self hosting, publishing erotic books, and pitching yourself for the smutlancer job you want.
If you’re a writer (smutty or otherwise) you might think you never have to worry about images or graphics. You work with words — writing for clients, running your sex blog, and publishing your erotic writing. But if you’re like me, you might bemoan the fact that you have zero graphics skills. That’s why I love, love, love Canva — I use it so much I pay for Canva Pro.
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Spoiler alert: Both Molly and I have some level of imposter syndrome, and even though we both know better, it still gets to us more often than we’d like. We’re talking about our experiences with it, our tips for dealing with it, and most importantly, forgiving yourself when you realize you let it get to you.
Making Money / Sex Bloggers/Sex Toy Reviewers
by Kayla Lords · Published September 25, 2019 · Last modified July 23, 2020
I get a lot of questions from sex bloggers and adult content creators about when and how to do financial disclosures. When to disclose, how to do it, what exactly to say/write. Below are four common financial disclosures you may need to make (depending on how you make money as a smutlancer). Modify the sample wording to fit your personality, content, and audience. And if you’re not sure what the big deal is about disclosure, here’s why financial disclosure matters. Paid Advertising Did a brand sponsor the blog post you wrote or video you’re making? Was part of the agreement...
Episodes / Sex Bloggers/Sex Toy Reviewers
by Kayla Lords · Published September 23, 2019 · Last modified July 23, 2020
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One big way that many smutlancers make a little (or a lot of) cash is through sponsored content and ads. We talk about it a LOT around here, and this week, Molly Moore and Michael Knight are sharing their perspectives from a technical and ethical perspective.
