Ghost Writing
Module 1 Introduction to Ghostwriting
- Lesson 1.1: What is Ghostwriting?
- Definition and Scope
- Ghostwriting vs. Content Writing
- Lesson 1.2: Types of Ghostwriting (books, blogs, speeches, etc.)
- Specialisation in Ghostwriting
Module 2: Ethics in Ghostwriting
- Lesson 2.1: Confidentiality and Credit
- Handling Plagiarism Concerns
- Lesson 2.2: Understanding the Client’s Voice
- Importance of adapting to the client’s tone, style, and voice
Module 3: Building the Foundation
- Lesson 3.1: Research & Information Gathering
- Effective interviewing techniques
- Gathering background information
- Understanding the subject matter deeply
- Lesson 3.2: Structuring Content
- Outlining a book, article, or speech
- Creating clarity and flow
- Adapting writing for different audiences and formats
Module 4: Working with Clients
- Lesson 4.1: Setting Expectations and Deliverables
- Writing proposals and contracts
- Timelines, drafts, and revisions
- Lesson 4.2: Managing Client Feedback
- Incorporating changes gracefully
- Handling difficult clients or conflicting opinions
Module 5: Writing Process
- Lesson 5.1: Crafting the First Draft
- Turning research and outlines into written form
- Lesson 5.2: Editing & Refining the Work
- Self-editing strategies
- Working with professional editors
- Delivering a polished product
Module 6: Business Side of Ghostwriting
- Lesson 6.1: Pricing Your Services
- Per project vs. per word pricing
- Factors that affect ghostwriting rates
- Lesson 6.2: Marketing Yourself as a Ghostwriter
- Building a portfolio
- Finding clients through networking, agencies, and platforms
- Ghostwriting platforms that pay
- Lesson 6.3: Legal Aspects
- Contracts and NDAs
Module 7: Challenges & Opportunities
- Lesson 7.1: Dealing with Writer’s Block
- Time management strategies
- Hiring subcontractors and managing teams