How to Make Money As an Online Freelance Writer

If you think it is impossible to make money as an online freelance writer, you are mistaken. Thousands of people make money as an online freelance writer every day. There are lots of jobs out there waiting to be completed. You have to know where to look and what to do when you land an assignment. Follow these steps to help you reach your online writing goals.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• PayPal account
• Email account
• Writing and communication skills

1. Search job listings for writers. Jobs for writers can be found on websites for jobs, writing message boards, blogs--even on Craigslist.

2. Send an email to a potential client with all of your information. If the ad asks for things such as clips or a resume. Be sure and send exactly what it requests.

3. Respond immediately to a client who sends an email back to you. They may be corresponding with other possible writers. Your quick response can make the difference.

4. Be honest about your work schedule. If the client offers you a job with a deadline, let them know if you can make it or not. Keep in mind any other assignments you may have.

5. Complete the job to the best of your ability and within the deadline. Good work will almost always lead to future work and can be put on your resume and in your portfolio.

6. Set up a PayPal account to be paid for your writing. Most online work is paid online. PayPal is the most used payment tool.

Tips & Warnings

• If a client asks you to write on a certain topic and you have no knowledge in that topic, be honest and let them know. They may agree to let you research the topic, but some may be looking for experts in the field.
• Don't agree to a deadline knowing that it will be hard to make. Ask for extra time or don't take the job. Emergencies come up; but too many will reflect badly upon you.

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[JoyfulOne]

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