The Ultimate Guide to Writing for CEOs (Why They’ll Pay You $5K+ Per Month)
Most CEOs know they should be building a personal brand. But they don’t have time to write.
That’s where you come in.
High-level executives will happily pay a skilled writer to craft LinkedIn posts, articles, and newsletters under their name—especially if it helps them attract investors, clients, or talent.
And the best part? These gigs pay way more than traditional freelance writing.
I make $5K+ and month writing LikedIn content for CEO.
Here’s how to land your first CEO ghostwriting client and turn it into a $5K+ per month retainer.
What CEOs Will Pay for
CEOs don’t want content—they want credibility.
They’re looking for:
• LinkedIn thought leadership posts (2-3x per week)
• Ghostwritten articles for industry publications
• Newsletters to build authority with their network
• Twitter/X threads (for those in tech, finance, or VC)
Most execs know the value of free advertising and authority building from social content.
But they don’t have time or skills to build it alone…
So they pay writers who can translate their expertise into engaging, high-impact content.
How to Find Your First CEO Client
The best way to land a CEO client isn’t cold pitching random execs—it’s leveraging your network.
Start by asking:
• “Who in my network is a founder, investor, or executive?”
• “Who works for a CEO and could introduce me?”
• “Which companies are actively posting on LinkedIn but need better writing?”
If your network is small, find CEOs who already post but could improve. Engage with their content for a few weeks, then DM them with a value-first offer (more on that below).
The Perfect CEO Pitch
Forget long emails. Keep it simple:
Subject: Improving your LinkedIn presence
Hey [Name],
I’ve been following your posts and love your insights on [topic]. I help founders and executives like you turn their expertise into clear, engaging LinkedIn content—without taking up your time.
Would love to send over a few content ideas tailored to you. Let me know if you’re interested!
– [Your Name]
Pricing Your CEO Retainer
Start with:
✅ $1K-$2K/month for weekly LinkedIn posts
✅ $3K-$5K/month for full content strategy + writing
✅ $5K-$10K/month if they need ghostwritten articles, newsletters, and Twitter/X threads
CEOs don’t blink at these prices—because good content opens doors.
Want my exact content strategy template for CEO clients?
Reply “CEO” and I’ll send it over.