Writing for the Magazine Industry: Business

Have a Good Head for Business and Computers?

Manda Spring
Do you have a knack for business? Do you own or manage a business? If so, then you can speak with authority on some of the issues plaguing business men and woman today. There are many markets ready to pay you for your manuscripts on related topics. Even if you are into computers, that is an essential quality.

There are several magazines that really need and are actively searching for the right freelance writer to come along. You have a shot, so go for it. If you are ready to advance your writing career then this is how to do it.

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Home Business

Home Business Magazine: This publication provides information on successful home businesses. 60% of this is written by freelance writers. The editor is Stacy Ann Henderson. www.homebusinessmag.com

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Small/Large Business

Supervision: This magazine focuses on personnel issues labor laws and leadership This magazine is written completely by freelancers. The editor is Teresa Levinson so send a query letter to her.

Today's Facility Manager: This magazine focuses on informational articles, new products or anything dealing with managing commercial buildings. 50% of the magazine is written by freelance writers. The editor you need to talk to is Heidi Schwartz. www.todaysfacilitymanager.com

BizTech: This magazine is written 80% by freelancer writers. Topics include informational articles, how-to's, technology and business. The contact editor is Jim Silvestri. For more info go to www.biztechmagazine.com

Business Today: The publication focuses on the understanding of business leadership, career track advice and international perspectives. The editor is Christine James. 10% of this magazine is written by freelance writers, although this doesn't seem like much you still do have a good shot if you know your stuff. www.boxoffice.com

Small Business Times: The primary focus of this magazine is to help business owners make their business more profitable. The editor you need to query is Steve Jagler. About 10% of this magazine is written by non-staff or freelance writers. www.biztimes.com

Writing for the Magazine Industry: Computers

ComputerEdge: This publication focuses on networking, the internet and applications; it is written 80% by freelance writers. Payment is around $100 per piece depending on length and quality. www.computoredge.com .

Writing for the Magazine Industry: In Closing

There are so many business magazines out there, both online and in print, that pay well for the work involved. So, if you have a head for business and can offer tips on finance, records, software and more than you have the potential to become a contributor. The magazines in this article are only a few of some of the best available to everyone. Remember, the credit for the publication is just as important as the money itself and writing for something this essential can help you get better paying jobs in the future as a freelance writer.

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  • Manda Spring3/25/2007

    Joe, yes there are places that will pay well for experience driven features and columns. That is a great idea. Carol, thanks again:)

  • Carol Gilbert3/25/2007

    More solid tips.

  • Joe Businessman3/25/2007

    My small business (cab company) has done real well. Maybe I can help others with what I learned in the last several years. Thanks for the good idea.

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