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Welcome to True Confessions of a B2B Marketing Copywriter. The goal of this site is to help writers break into the freelance B2B marketing copywriting market and support established copywriters as they grow their businesses. 

Who are you and why should I care? 

My name is Patty Harder and I’m the one doing the confessing. I built my own business using a simple, three-step process. If learning more about that process intrigues you, you’ve come to the right place! 

Before I tell you why you should care, it might help to know more about what I do. So here’s my official, fancy pants bio: 

Patty Harder is The Writing Professional, a freelance copywriter and marketing consultant based in Seattle. As the former marketing manager for a software development company, Patty understands the value of creating compelling communications that generate leads and improve profitability. Her areas of expertise include white papers, case studies, trade magazine articles, public relations and web site content. Patty specializes in the construction, high-tech, healthcare and consulting industries, and works with clients across the U.S. and in Canada. For more information, visit www.writingprof.com. 

Back to the caring part. You should care who I am if you are interested in starting or growing your own freelance B2B copywriting business and/or you want to improve your writing skills. If you follow my advice, your business has a better chance of succeeding. Really. 

Why did you start this blog? 

Because I have a lot of knowledge to share and I love to write.

Why should I listen to you?  

I have over 15 years of experience as a copywriter. I’ve worked inside the corporate world as a marketing manager and outside that world as a freelance copywriter and marketing consultant. I’ve learned a thing or two along the way and can show you how to thrive as a freelance B2B marketing copywriter. 

If I stick around, what’s in it for me? 

Lots. For starters, you’ll discover the simple three-step process I used to launch my business in just 90 days. You’ll also get the chance to learn from my mistakes and realize how profitable freelance B2B copywriting can be. By subscribing to this blog, you’ll get free consulting on how to start or grow your business. (Pretty cool, huh?) 

How is this site different than the other blogs about freelance writing?  

This site is different simply because I’m writing it. Every writer-turned-teacher brings something unique to the blogging table. My communication style is straight-forward, low-key and conversational. To illustrate my points, I use real examples from my business. My writing is not overly witty (sorry about that), which is a little surprising since I have a fairly twisted sense of humor. But I’m working on bringing a bit more levity into my writing.

Can I ask you a question about freelance B2B copywriting? 

Absolutely! But only if I can answer in a blog post. (Don’t worry, I won’t identify you as the one asking the question.) 

How can I learn more about the simple, three-step process you keep talking about? 

Subscribe to this blog using the form below. All will be revealed over time!