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I have been a writer and editor for more than 15 years. I am also a published author and through my company, Beckford Communications, I provide writing, editing, and consulting services to businesses, government agencies, academia, and individuals both nationally

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Arts & Humanities > Writing Jobs How to build a portfolio for freelance article writing: 1 of 3

One of the biggest hurdles new and aspiring article writers face is how to get writing jobs when publishers want experienced, previously published writers. Fortunately, this is not as large a hurdle as you may think. It is possible, even as a new writer, to build a portfolio you can use to fuel your article writing career. U...
Arts & Humanities > Writing Jobs Business communications: Ghostwriting for management: 1 of 3

There are valid arguments against ghostwriting, but there are many reasons while ghostwriting can be - and arguably is - a sensible option for any writer. If you make your living by writing, then ghostwriting is an essential avenue to success. If you write primarily to promote or display your own works, ghostwriting can stil...
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to start a publishing company: 2 of 4

It is possible to start a publishing company, but the real issue is whether or not you can start and maintain a viable, good publishing company. The process and requirements of publishing are extensive, exacting, and require far more than simply putting words on pages. Publishing as an industry is fiercely competitive and un...
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should government agencies be allowed to keep unclassified information secret?: 1 of 2

While it would seem simple and even logical to say unclassified information should not be kept secret, I would argue that there are compelling reasons for doing so. The key aspect in determining if information should be kept secret is not ifis classified, but whether or not it is sensitive.' Information and materials are cla...
Business > Sales How to write business proposals and estimates: 4 of 5

Proposals are essential for building a business' clientele. Unfortunately, the idea of writing a proposal can be intimidating for some. But it needn't be. Proposal writing is a straightforward process once you understand its parts. This article will hopefully dispel any proposal phobias by detailing what to include and how t...
Arts & Humanities > Internet Writing & Blogging Are citizen journalists more trustworthy than professional journalists?: 17 of 17

"Are citizen journalists more trustworthy than professional journalists?" I'm not sure that's a valid, or even a fair question. What exactly is meant by "trustworthy?" What's implied here is that being a non-professional journalist somehow makes the writer a more honest one, and professional journalists are all liars lacking...
Business > Project Management Common mistakes while writing a request for proposal (RFP) response: 2 of 2

I have been a proposal writer and editor for more than eight years now, working for both large and small businesses and government agencies. In that time I have encountered common mistakes in preparing responses to requests for proposals; particularly by smaller organizations less familiar with the process. Regardless of how...