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Thank you for your interest in writing for SAVEDpreneur. We are a faith-forward digital media brand serving Christian entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders. Our tagline says it all: For Believers Who Build.

We exist at the intersection of faith, business, and real life. Think Essence meets Christianity Today — culturally relevant, spiritually rooted, and business-smart. Every piece of content we publish should reflect that positioning.

These guidelines will help you understand who we are, who we serve, and what we’re looking for. Please read them thoroughly before submitting. If your piece aligns with our voice and standards, we’d love to feature your work.

Our Audience

Before you write a single word, know who you’re writing for.

Our readers are:

• Christian entrepreneurs and business owners at every stage — from side hustle to seven figures

• Professionals who lead with faith in corporate, creative, and nonprofit spaces

• Believers navigating the intersection of calling, career, family, and personal growth

• Primarily women ages 28–55, though we welcome and serve all genders and ages

• Culturally diverse, with a strong representation of Black and Brown faith communities

• They read their Bible AND their business plans. They pray AND they strategize. They are serious about both.

When you write for SAVEDpreneur, imagine you’re sitting across from this person at a coffee shop. They’re smart, faith-filled, ambitious, and short on time. Respect all four of those things.

Voice and Tone

SAVEDpreneur has a distinct editorial voice. Every contributor’s writing will have its own personality, but it must feel at home within these guardrails:

Our Voice Is:

Confident, not preachy. We speak with authority because we’ve lived it, studied it, or earned the right to teach it. We never lecture, wag fingers, or talk down to our readers. We share from experience and expertise.

Warm, not watered down. We are approachable and relatable. We’re also unflinching. We don’t dilute the Gospel to be palatable, and we don’t soften business advice to avoid discomfort. We tell the truth with love.

Smart, not stuffy. Our readers are intelligent. Write to their level. But don’t hide behind jargon, academic language, or unnecessarily complex sentences. The best writing sounds like a wise, articulate friend.

Faith-first, not faith-only. Everything we publish is rooted in faith. But we are also having honest conversations about money, marriage, mental health, racism, failure, sex, ambition, and the messy middle of building something. Faith is our foundation, not our ceiling.

Aspirational, not exclusionary. We celebrate success while honoring the struggle. We feature the CEO and the woman still figuring out her LLC. Everyone belongs at every stage.

Voice in Practice: Do’s and Don’ts

✓ Write: “I almost quit my business three times before God showed me the pivot.”

✗ Write: “Entrepreneurs must persevere through adversity to achieve optimal outcomes.”

✓ Write: “Let’s be honest — tithing when your business account is low takes real faith.”

✗ Write: “If you truly trust God, you’ll give without question.”

✓ Write: “Here are three pricing strategies that actually work for service-based businesses.”

✗ Write: “In this article, we will explore various methodologies for optimal price point determination.”

✓ Use first person and share personal stories when relevant.

✗ Write in a distant, third-person, textbook tone.

✓ Reference scripture naturally woven into your point.

✗ Drop scripture verses without context like a spiritual mic drop.

CONTENT SECTIONS & WHAT WE PUBLISH

SAVEDpreneur publishes content across six editorial sections. When pitching or submitting, specify which section your piece belongs to.

✨ Features (Signature Section)

In-depth profiles of Christian entrepreneurs sharing their salvation story and the business God called them to build. These are our flagship pieces — deeply reported, story-driven, and transformational.

Word count: 1,500–3,000 words

Format: Narrative profile (written by a contributor after interviewing the subject, or first-person essay by the featured entrepreneur)

Must include: The person’s faith journey, the moment of calling, what they’re building, and at least one moment of real struggle or turning point

✏️ Faith & Word

Scripture-rooted content curated specifically for entrepreneurs and leaders. Not generic devotionals — the Word applied to the boardroom, the hiring decision, the hard season of building.

Word count: 600–1,200 words

Formats: Devotionals, Bible study guides, scripture breakdowns, prayer prompts, theological essays on work and calling

💼 Business & Money

Practical, actionable business content through a faith lens. Strategy, finance, marketing, operations, and career growth for believers who take both their business and their calling seriously.

Word count: 800–1,500 words

Formats: How-to guides, expert interviews, case studies, financial literacy, marketing tips, leadership development

Key requirement: Every piece must include actionable takeaways the reader can implement. We don’t publish theory without application.

❤️ Love & Relationships

Honest, faith-centered content about love, dating, marriage, and the unique relational dynamics that come with being an entrepreneur.

Word count: 800–1,500 words

Formats: Personal essays, relationship advice, couple spotlights, therapist or counselor columns, singleness content

Tone note: Be real without being reckless. Vulnerability is welcome. Gossip, bitterness toward an ex, or unsolicited hot takes on other people’s marriages are not.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Parenting

For the SAVEDpreneur who is also raising the next generation. Parenting with faith, building family legacy, managing the tension between building and being present.

Word count: 800–1,500 words

Formats: Parenting essays, family routines, legacy planning, kid-friendly faith activities, work-life integration strategies

✨ Culture & Lifestyle

The lifestyle section that makes SAVEDpreneur feel like a full magazine. Wellness, style, travel, entertainment, home, and self-care through a faith-forward, purpose-driven lens.

Word count: 600–1,200 words

Formats: Style guides, travel features, wellness content, book and podcast reviews, home tours, self-care routines

WRITING STANDARDS

General Standards

• Write in active voice. Passive voice weakens your message and bores your reader.

• Lead with a hook. Your first 2–3 sentences determine whether someone keeps reading. Start with a story, a bold statement, a question, or a surprising fact. Never start with a definition.

• Use subheadings to break up long content. Readers scan before they read. Make scanning easy.

• One idea per paragraph. If your paragraph is longer than 5–6 sentences, it probably needs to be split.

• End with purpose. Your conclusion should leave the reader with something to do, think about, or pray about. Don’t just trail off.

• Cite your sources. If you reference a statistic, study, book, or someone else’s idea, credit them.

• Proofread. We edit all submissions, but if your draft arrives riddled with typos and grammatical errors, it signals a lack of care. Run spellcheck at minimum.

Scripture Usage

We take scripture seriously at SAVEDpreneur. Here’s how to use it well:

• Always include the full reference (book, chapter, verse) and the translation you’re quoting from. Example: Proverbs 16:3 (NIV).

• Preferred translations: NIV, NKJV, ESV, NLT, AMP, MSG (The Message is acceptable for conversational use but should not be the sole translation cited for doctrinal points).

• Weave scripture into your narrative — don’t just paste it in. Explain why it matters and how it connects to your point.

• Never take scripture out of context to prove a business point. If the connection isn’t natural, don’t force it.

• You don’t need to include scripture in every piece, especially in Business & Money and Culture & Lifestyle. But faith should always be the undercurrent.

Formatting Requirements

• Submit all drafts as Google Docs or Word documents (.docx). No PDFs.

• Use 12pt font, standard margins, and 1.5 line spacing for readability during editing.

• Include a suggested headline and a 1–2 sentence deck (subheadline) with every submission.

• Include a brief author bio (2–3 sentences) with your name, title or business, and a link to your website or social.

• Include a high-resolution headshot (at least 800 x 800 pixels).

• If your piece references specific people, businesses, or products, include links.

CONTENT POLICIES

What We Do Publish

• Original, unpublished content (not previously posted on your blog, Medium, LinkedIn, etc.)

• Well-researched, thoughtful pieces backed by personal experience, expertise, or data

• Content that educates, inspires, challenges, or equips our readers

• Diverse perspectives from all backgrounds, denominations, industries, and stages of entrepreneurship

• Honest content about failure, doubt, mental health, and hard seasons — handled with wisdom and hope

What We Do Not Publish

• Thinly disguised sales pitches, promotional content, or pieces that exist primarily to drive traffic to your product or service

• Content that is divisive, judgmental, or shaming toward other believers, denominations, or faith traditions

• Prosperity gospel content that equates faith with financial wealth or implies God’s favor is measured in dollars

• Content that is politically partisan. We cover policy topics that affect entrepreneurs (tax law, healthcare, regulation) but we do not endorse candidates or parties.

• Content that is harmful, discriminatory, or disrespectful to any group of people

• AI-generated content submitted as original writing. We embrace AI as a tool for brainstorming and editing, but your voice, your story, and your expertise must be authentically yours. If your piece reads like ChatGPT wrote it, we’ll send it back.

• Plagiarized content of any kind. This is a non-negotiable, immediate disqualification.

Disclosure & Transparency

If you have a financial relationship with any brand, product, or service mentioned in your piece (affiliate links, sponsorships, consulting relationships, equity), you must disclose this in your submission. SAVEDpreneur will add appropriate disclosure language to the published piece. This is both an ethical standard and a legal requirement.

HOW TO SUBMIT

Pitching

We accept pitches before you write. A strong pitch includes:

1. A working headline for your piece

2. The section it belongs to (Features, Faith & Word, Business & Money, Love & Relationships, Family & Parenting, or Culture & Lifestyle)

3. A 3–5 sentence summary of what the piece will cover and why it matters to our audience right now

4. Your relevant expertise or personal connection to this topic

5. 2–3 links to previously published writing samples (your blog, other publications, LinkedIn articles)

Send pitches to: contribute@savedpreneur.com

Subject line format: PITCH: [Section] — [Working Headline]

Example:

PITCH: Business & Money — The Tithing Dilemma: What to Do When Your Business Can’t Afford to Give

Completed Submissions

If you’re submitting a completed piece (invited or unsolicited):

• Attach your draft as a Google Doc (with commenting access enabled) or .docx file

• Include your suggested headline and deck (subheadline)

• Include your author bio and headshot

• Note any time-sensitive angles (holidays, cultural moments, trending topics)

Subject line format: SUBMISSION: [Section] — [Headline]

What to Expect After Submitting

Response time: We aim to respond to all pitches within 10 business days. If you don’t hear from us, feel free to follow up once after that window.

Editorial process: Accepted pieces go through one to two rounds of editing. We will never change the meaning of your work, but we may adjust for clarity, voice consistency, grammar, and length. You’ll review final edits before publication.

Publication timeline: Once a piece is accepted and edited, we’ll slot it into our editorial calendar. We’ll share the expected publication date with you in advance.

Compensation: Contributor compensation varies by section, word count, and experience. Details will be shared upon acceptance. Feature profiles are our highest-compensated pieces.

Promotion: We promote all published pieces across SAVEDpreneur’s social channels and newsletter. We ask that you also share your published piece with your audience.

RIGHTS & OWNERSHIP

By submitting work to SAVEDpreneur, you agree to the following:

• SAVEDpreneur acquires first-publication rights to your piece. This means we are the first platform to publish it.

• After publication, you may republish your piece on your own platforms (blog, Medium, LinkedIn) after 90 days, with a credit line that reads: “Originally published in SAVEDpreneur” and a link back to the original article.

• SAVEDpreneur retains the right to keep your piece published on savedpreneur.com indefinitely and to include it in newsletters, print media, social media, and curated collections.

• You retain ownership of your intellectual property. We do not own your ideas or your brand.

• SAVEDpreneur reserves the right to remove content at any time if it no longer aligns with our editorial standards or brand values.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS

SAVEDpreneur is more than a publication — it’s a community. When you contribute to SAVEDpreneur, you represent this brand. We hold ourselves and our contributors to a high standard of integrity, respect, and professionalism.

• Treat our editorial team, fellow contributors, and readers with kindness and respect.

• Represent your qualifications honestly. If you’re not a licensed therapist, don’t give clinical advice. If you’re not a CPA, don’t give tax guidance. Write from your lane.

• If a personal or professional situation arises that might affect your published piece (a significant factual error is discovered, a relationship with a mentioned brand changes, etc.), notify us promptly.

• We celebrate diverse perspectives within the body of Christ. You are welcome to share your convictions. You are not welcome to condemn others for theirs.