Hi. I’m Amanda Abella. I’m a freelance writer, copy editor, blogger, translator and social media strategist based out of Miami, FL.
I specialize in Gen Y issues including personal development, career, personal finance, health, and entrepreneurship.
Professional Experience
Gen Y, Career Development, and Lifestyle Design
Grad Meets World
I am the sole editor, writer, and social media marketer for a personal development blog geared toward Gen Y as they enter into adulthood for the first time. Topics include health, personal finance, career development,
and entrepreneurship.
Since it’s inception in December 2010, Grad Meets World has averaged 8,000 page views and a 65% monthly growth in visitors. Amanda has also been quoted by LaCosmopolatina.com for career and personal
development advice.
Brazen Careerist
I am a regular contributor for the Brazen Careerist blog. This start-up company is based out of Washington D.C. and helps thousands of young professionals with networking and career opportunities. Posts include Why You Might Be Better Off Without a Job After College and How Your Blog Can Land You a Job.
The Levo League
Amanda has contributed to The Levo League, a website dedicated to helping young women with their careers.
Digital Zen Ink
Amanda is the co-founder and social media manager of Digital Zen Ink, a joint effort by two freelance writers that provides writing, copy editing, proof reading, marketing, and translation services to businesses and individuals. Additionally, the Digital Zen Ink blog hopes to help others accomplish their entrepreneurship goals.
Ecobellus.com
For much of 2010, Amanda was the sole writer and editor for a simple green living blog. During it’s operation Ecobellus.com blog captured the attention of businesses like Ecycler.com and SRG Green Living.
The Smart College Grad
Amanda has provided Gen Y entrepreneurship content for Dain Lewis’ popular blog, The Smart College Grad.
The Real Post Grad
Amanda has provided personal finance tips for Allison Sass and Shikole Struber’s Gen Y personal development blog.
myFootPath
myFootPath is a career advice blog for people of all ages, whether they are just of high school or changing careers. Amanda has contributed to their blog with a post entitled Side Businesses You Can Start on Your Own.
Job Aware iPhone App
Amanda provided an article on resume tips for the Job Aware iPhone App.
Personal Finance
Amanda has written several personal finance related articles for a wide variety of Australian blogs including Money University, Master Your Card, and Frugal Living.
Business
Greek for Me
Amanda has contributed to the college life and post-grad blog of Greek for Me, a company that sells memorabilia to sororities and fraternities.
Hudson Business Solutions
Amanda has written for the Hudson Business Solutions blog—a company based out of NYC dedicated to customizing business strategies for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
SEO and Article Writing
Amanda has worked with multiple clients to create high quality SEO articles include Swift Global Media and Local Seo, Inc.
Memoirs
Thrive In Life E-Magazine
Amanda has written a powerful and moving memoir for Thrive In Life, an
e-publication dedicated to helping others through some of life’s most
difficult trials.
Environmentalism
Green Wise Columnist for Handmadenews.org
Amanda began her writing career in 2009 as a Green Wise columnist for Handmadenews.org, where she focused on green living tips and crafting.
Environmental Graffiti Contributor
Amanda has written several articles for the globally known environmental blog, Environmental Graffiti.
Yahoo!
Yahoo News
Amanda has also written several local, political, and editorial pieces for Yahoo News. Her more popular articles include Miami Dade Mayor Ousted; Voters Send Message To Rest of Country, and Florida DCF Called Into Question After Child Abuse Cases.
Other Experience
In the past Amanda has worked in guest relations, financial services, and environmental campaigns in the state of Florida. Amanda was also an English and Spanish instructor for Berlitz Languages, Inc. where she helped others achieve their language goals, whether it is for business, travel, or self fulfillment.
She currently works for a Miami based employment agency that specilaizes in placing college grads into professional positions.
Testimonials
SEO and Marketing
“Very good job. I will use her again.”
–Via Freelancer.com, Local Seo Inc.
Blogging
“You recycle—yeah (hopefully through ecycler)! You’ve reduced consumption of every day products and learned that reusing “stuff” is also a part of living green. You taken command of the three R‘s inReduce, Reuse, Recycle. So, now what? How about something green for your mind, body and soul?
Take a look around a great new green living blog we found: Ecobellus.com.”
–Ecycler.com
Article Writing
“Amanda does excellent work. Highly recommended.”
–On Elance.com, Asana Green
Blog Strategizing
“I really recommend Amanda’s services! She gave me clear advice that translated into measurable, and tangible goals. I really love blogging, but no one seemed able to really break down the steps in a way that would help me make my blog a success. Amanda has definitely filled that niche for me, and I can’t wait to work with her again in the future as my blog progresses.”
– Tatiana Christian, Parisian Feline
Contact Amanda
For inquiries, proposals and quotes please send an email to abella [dot] amanda [at] gmail [dot] com. You will receive a response within one business day.
