Publication: Insider
Topic(s): Relocation, Moving Abroad, Lifestyle Changes
Rate: ~$200 for 600 words (about 33+ cents/word)
Deadline: Rolling (open until filled)
Editor: Stephanie Pitera Statile, Lifestyle/Entertainment Editor
Submit Via: Pitch Form

What They’re Looking For:
Insider is looking for personal essays from writers who have relocated to a different state or country within the last few years. Did the move live up to your expectations, or did it turn into a nightmare? They want honest, engaging, and relatable stories about the challenges, surprises, and realities of relocation.

Resources/Guides:

• Research recent relocation trends (expats, remote work migration, city-to-city moves).

How To Get This Client:
Keep your pitch personal, but focus on a universal theme—culture shock, financial strain, emotional growth, or lifestyle adjustments. Avoid generic stories; Insider values a strong narrative hook. If you’ve moved abroad, highlight unique cultural contrasts. If you stayed within your country, talk about how the shift reshaped your daily life. Always suggest a clear angle in your pitch (e.g., “I moved to Nairobi to escape burnout in Lagos, but…”).

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