Pro writing mentorships with one of Australia’s most celebrated freelance journalists, as featured on

Do any of these sound familiar?

Do you sense that you’re a good writer, but that you could do better?

Are you terrified of pitching to your dream publication?

Do you shut down your ideas before they have a chance to become reality?

Are you keeping yourself small when you know you could be big?

Do you suspect that the main thing holding you back, is you?

Fleur dives in to all the things you want to do, but don’t know how, like:

✔️ get paid to travel/eat/interview amazing people

✔️ pitch like a pro

✔️ come up with unique story ideas

✔️ discover tips and tricks only top-tier writers know

✔️ understand what editors and clients actually want


✔️ break through self doubt and finally feel confident

✔️ write stories that move people

✔️ blow away PR speak and marketing babble

✔️ nail persuasive writing

Imagine you had someone who could hand you the key to unlocking all these things.

What if they could give you the pro-level feedback you crave, and the support when you’re struggling?

How about if they made you accountable, so that you keep on reaching for the stars?

Oh, wait. That’s what a mentorship with Fleur Bainger looks like.

What does 1:1 mentorship with Fleur look like?

Fleur offers one-to-one mentoring programs to give professional communicators the personalised advice they need nail their writing dreams.

 

Fleur’s tools apply to all forms of writing: in-print magazine features, online articles, listicles, blogs, Instagram posts, podcast scripts, presentations, even emails – whatever communication you do.

 

  • With Fleur’s insider knowledge and high-level practice, you will:

  •  Shred self-doubt and build confidence

  • Master the art of pitching

  • Generate winning story ideas

  • Unlock how to break into new publications

  • Become a profitable writer (hello, 6-figure income)

  • Give procrastination and writer’s block the heave-ho

  • Score practical tips that tighten up your professional working practices.

  • Have your writing reviewed and learn pro techniques to hold audience attention right until the end.

  • Avoid the mistakes those without professional support make

  • Thrive in a judgement-free environment

 

Each personalised program runs for either 12 or 24 consecutive weeks, led by a mentoring framework you and Fleur develop together.

Weekly one-to-one sessions target your individual writing and career goals. Messaging support, document reviews, andPDF tip lists strengthen the process.

This sounds like what I need.

What do I get?

Fleur has 24 years’ experience working with top tier brands such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph (UK), ABC radio, Australian Traveller and Australian Geographic.

These are the inclusions of your bespoke 3 or 6 month mentorship:

  • Personalised mentoring plan development

Fleur listens carefully to your needs and works with you to create a bespoke roadmap detailing your specific challenges and targeting areas for improvement. This framework is used to ensure you stay on track: with your goals set out, you’ll by crystal clear on what to prioritise, steering clear of overwhelm.

  • One-on-one roadblock busting sessions (60min/wk)

Fleur’s professional guidance is all yours, during a weekly, pre-booked Google Meets call. Tap into Fleur’s extensive industry knowledge by asking her anything during these calls - there are no silly questions. Regular sessions progressively build knowledge and make you accountable for practicing your pro writing discoveries. You’ll break patterns of perfectionism and procrastination, unlock your creative spark and supercharge your self-belief.

  • Unlimited, confidence-building messaging support

Sometimes you just need to reach out the moment you think of something you need help with. Slack support is there to catch you.

  • Up to two pieces of writing/content reviewed/wk

Building confidence is key in executing quality writing. Having Fleur review your latest piece can give you the boost you need to get it done and dusted. Fleur can live-edit, offer advice and make suggestions to move you out of writer’s block and blast away imposter syndrome. Confidence, ahoy!

  • PDF writing guides, tips and tricks

Fleur creates bonus PDF guides to support the pro-level tips and tools she shares. They’ll serve as useful prompts when you’re working alone, between sessions and beyond. 

  • Bonus progress reflection session

After your 12wk mentorship wraps up, Fleur offers a free-of-charge Zoom reflection session, where you consider the breakthroughs, revelations and progress you’ve made during this professional development. It’s a time to recognise yourself for putting the work in and getting ahead, while also considering what the future holds.

Testimonials

  • “I doubled my income without altering my workload”

    “While working with Fleur, the progress I made in both my professional and personal life was phenomenal.

    I doubled my income without altering my workload, I started pitching and landing stories with my dream publications, and friends and family were commenting on how much more confident and assertive I am.

    Fleur gently nudged me into territory I would have usually found uncomfortable to navigate alone, which has completely transformed my career.”


    Monique Ceccato, travel journo and content creator

  • “The knowledge I've gained has been beyond what I imagined.”

    “Coaching with Fleur has been so worthwhile.

    Her insights from years of experience are so valuable, and the knowledge I've gained has been beyond what I ever imagined - and her friendly, warm and approachable coaching style is just an absolute bonus.

    I highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn more about the world of writing.”

    Kirsty Petrides, writer and content creator

  • “Fleur's mentoring challenged me out of my comfort zone”

    "Fleur's mentoring challenged me out of my comfort zone while nurturing me to become better at writing, pitching and general workflow practices.

    Interestingly, she worked with me on mindset, which is not what I expected, but it turns out, it's what I needed.

    Be prepared to work, and then watch your writing flourish as result."

    Dianne Bortoletto, freelance writer

  • Fleur, in five sessions, turned me, as an author, and the book around; totally.

    “I was writing a book, The Nature and Future of Humankind, for two years.

    I was failing. The ideas were there but the presentation was hopeless; too abstract and academic.

    Fleur, in five sessions, turned me, as an author, and the book around; totally.

    She listened to my aims, helped me to define my audience and to write directly to them with my voice.

    In short, she rescued my dream. Fleur is a great mentor.”

    Neville Bruce, university lecturer and author

  • "My productivity, profitability, and creativity have skyrocketed. "

    “I’ve been freelance writing for Perth print and online media outlets for nine years. I’ve never done a mentorship, and I didn’t know quite what to expect. My sessions with Fleur have been invaluable! as we delved deeper, I realised this is not a mentorship solely focused on creative writing.

    I worked with Fleur on organisation, mindset and overwhelm. This laid solid foundations that I hadn’t realised I had been lacking, for a clearer and more positive forward focus.

    My productivity, profitability, and creativity have skyrocketed. Fleur is so approachable. Her directness will bring out the best in you, challenge, question, push, and encourage you. I changed my mindset, and my confidence in my own ability has soared.“

    Amanda Carlin, writer and blogger

  • "She really encouraged me to believe in myself and listen to that little voice within."

    “I loved working with Fleur for many reasons. Not only did she help me develop and improve my writing, but she also boosted my confidence as a business owner.

    She gave me holistic advice about running my business and trusting my instinct. She really encouraged me to believe in myself and listen to that little voice within.

    I’d highly recommend Fleur as a mentor to anyone looking to improve and hone their writing skills and go on a journey of personal development.”

    Amy Gough, digital marketing agency owner and writer

Can I be upfront? I only work with people who want to progress. If you want overnight success and have too much else going on to give this a red hot go, then we’re not a good fit.

BUT…

If you’re serious about reaching your writing goals, and you know you’d get a huge boost from an expert who’s been where you’re going and can halve your time wasting and your troubles, you’re in the right place.

As an in-demand journalist, I work with a strictly limited number of people each quarter - those who are determined to get where they want to go.

  • You're procrastinating, aren't you? (I know, because I used to be you). Use this as an opportunity to behave differently. It's freeing.

Fleur works mainly with travel and freelance journalists but has also supported foreign correspondents, content writers, authors, marketing professionals, PR agents and destination specialists.

She is open to to working with people who are keen to up-level their writing, ready to push through their comfort zone and crave accountability in a motivating learning environment.