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Getting started as a contributing writer Along with providing name, compa-
ny name and email address, the writ-
I see that you publish articles by contributing writers from various areas er tells me what area(s) of payments
of payments. I work with several industry experts in the payments he or she initially wants to cover. This
space that might be a good fit. Can you please explain the process? provides a starting focus and can
Jordana Wolf change over time.
GK PR
Jordana, I then prepare a writer's agreement.
Thanks for getting in touch. Typically, an industry expert will reach out to It sets forth the particulars of writing
me (Laura McHale Holland, Assistant Vice President, Editorial) or vice versa. for us, a few of which are:

8 • Contributing writers are not
paid. They provide content to
aid in The Green Sheet's mission
to be an educational vehicle
and professional resource for
the industry's feet on the street.
We provide a platform that of-
fers significant visibility within
the payments sphere.

• I do not assign articles to con-
tributing writers, but I am
happy to brainstorm if a writer
wants to do so.

• Writers are not required to
submit a particular number of
articles within a given period;
however, most find regular
submissions offer the best vis-
ibility. Monthly, every other
month and quarterly contribu-
tions are common choices. One-
time submissions are also OK.

Sometimes marketing and PR profes-
sionals, such as yourself, will reach
out on behalf of a writer, in which
case, I work through the representa-
tive in establishing the working re-
lationship. I look forward to hearing
from you. If you have further ques-
tions, I'll be happy to answer them.

Editor

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