5 Traits of a Good Business Ghostwriter

by | Jul 28, 2014

Business Ghostwriter-Post

Have you thought of hiring a business ghostwriter? Or perhaps you’re a writer considering this path.

A business ghostwriter is often industry-specific.

After 30-plus years in the health care and employee benefits industry, I kind of fell into ghostwriting.

When I use the term ghostwriting, I’m referring to industry articles, business blog posts, ebooks or documents that have my client’s name in the byline.

Frankly, I was surprised I was okay with that. After all, I do have a healthy ego.

What I found is I love ghostwriting.

  • I learn new ideas
  • I share passions
  • I convert passion into words

Being willing to accept your client’s name on the byline barely scratches the surface of a good business ghostwriter. There are other traits found in a good business ghostwriter.

Good Business Ghostwriter

Recently, I shared a previous ghostwriting post with writer friend, Paula Hendrickson.

I decided to create a visual version of the post, What the Best Ghostwriters Do To Be the Best.

Let me know what you think.

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6 Comments

  1. Anne Wayman

    Well said… as a fellow ghost I think it’s my ear, writing by ear as you say, that makes it work so well.

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    • Cathy Miller

      I agree, Anne. The listening part is probably the most important part. Not only what’s being said but how it’s being said.

      Thanks for stopping by, Anne.

      Reply
  2. Paula Hendrickson

    I can’t believe I was mentioned in your blog post!

    I’d like to believe I possess all five of those traits — plus a good ear, like Anne. So the next hurdle is finding clients to help.

    Reply
    • Cathy Miller

      I always give credit to my inspiration, Paula. If this boomer brain can remember who it was. 😀

      Reply
    • Cathy Miller

      Good point, Roy. I would say the magic in the ghostwriter is the ability to put on the suit of the client and own it – using their words and passion in the writing.

      Thanks for stopping by, Roy.

      Reply

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