25 things Econsultancy looks for when hiring writers

This is a great (and delightfully written) article over at Econsultancy.

The spin is on what it takes to get a writing job. But really, this is just packed with good, solid tips for writers. All writers too, whatever your bag might be.

For example, the closing line:

On gumption: Have courage, use your best judgement, and be an astronaut.

Now that. That’s great writing advice.

4 May 2011