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The Art Of Interviewing Clients As A Ghostwriter
I want to give you the secret key to unlocking high-quality content for your ghostwriting clients.
As a ghostwriter, you are playing three very different roles at the same time:
- The Interview
- The Writer
- The Editor
These are all different skill sets.
But proficiency in one area will become an unfair advantage for you in the others.
Your goal shouldn’t just be to become a great “ghostwriter.” You also want to become a great interviewer — because then you will know how to ask very specific questions that give you the exact puzzle pieces you need in order to produce a high-quality piece for the client.
Let’s dive into how to interview your client.
You aren’t just asking questions. You’re collecting intel to create a valuable piece of content.
And what are those pieces?
- A personal story
- A strong opinion
- A relevant study, trend, or data point
- A Named & Claimed framework
The more you can get from the client (in their own words), the easier the writing…