No Niche? No problem.
Finding freelance writing gigs isn’t always easy, especially when you’re first starting out. But with a little guidance, starting and growing your freelance writing career, multi-niche or otherwise, doesn’t have to be hard. Make no mistake; starting any career is hard work. But the steps to get there don’t have to be hard, and … Read more
For anyone wanting to make a living as a writer, finding good, well-paying freelance writing gigs can be something of a mystery. Many new writers get discouraged by the peanuts-per-word rates found on content mills and elsewhere. And whereas a handful of writers may have made good money on these types of sites (and I use … Read more
You don’t even have to search for “how to make a living as a writer.” You see it all the time online, whether you search for it or not:
“Get my secret sauce for becoming a high-earning writer”
“Follow my step-by-step process to become a 6-figure writer”
“Get my blueprint on how to make money as a writer”
Make money with your writing: it’s not only doable, it’s an awesome profession that will give you the freedom to live life on your terms. I’m making a great income from my writing, working on a part-time basis, which still allows me to homeschool my awesome kids. So it strikes me as odd when people … Read more
On a previous post, we discussed why freelance writers shouldn’t charge by the hour. It’s a punitive method: the more efficient you get at your job, the less you get paid. It’s a system that punishes you for getting better at your craft, rather than reward you for doing so. And it’s a silly way to set up your business.
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If you’re a blogger who would like to make a living as one, it’s time to consider monetizing your blog. There are many ways to do this, from selling your own products on your site, to selling ad space, to becoming an affiliate for products your readers might be interested in purchasing.
Done right, affiliate marketing can be a profitable endeavour, bringing you extra income regularly. Here are some partners you should consider if you’re a multi-talented blogger and/or writer.
When you’re starting out in freelance writing, you can get easily confused by all the terms that are thrown around in online writing groups and elsewhere on the Internet. Sometimes, it can be a little intimidating to ask for clarification. Fear not; this post will tell you what those terms are.
It’s a catch-22: you want to pitch a publication, but you need a writing sample. But you can’t get samples unless you pitch a publication. All is not lost: you can get your initial clip if you follow some simple steps.
Do you love to go camping and also love to write? If so, you could combine your two passions and earn your keep while doing what you love.
There are many ways to achieve freelance writing success. But if you’re a MultiTalented Writer, a lot of the advice you hear probably doesn’t apply. Take “picking a niche,” for example.
MultiTalented Writers work best when they write in multiple niches. It keeps us fresh and allows us to work the way we work best: by making connections between topics.