How to Ghostwrite a Blog

Yes, the web is haunted. There are so many ghosts on the Internet nowadays that it is getting downright scary. As the struggle for mindshare and the money derived from it becomes more intense, companies and individuals are searching for ghostwriters to produce all kinds of content, including blogs. While you will not become famous writing blogs for someone else, you may make a fair share of cash.

Instructions

1. Find an area of interest. A blog is essentially an online journal, which means you will need to write about a topic every day, day in and day out. Therefore, you should not choose a subject that does not interest you but write about your passion.

2. Look for a client. You can easily find websites and individuals looking for bloggers. You may write a blog about the wonders of a certain product or about having a certain profession. Many job and freelance sites contain notices for would-be ghostwriters.

3. Draw up a contract. Since blogging involves a long-term commitment, you should draw up a contract to protect yourself. You need not get a lawyer involved, but if you are talking about a large sum of money, it may not be a bad idea.

4. Get a feel for the client's style. Look at the other content on the site. Are the articles humorous? Informative? A combination? Show your client a few samples before posting to ensure you have the proper style down pat.

5. Ask for more money. Since you do not get your name on the blogs, you may be able to ask for a higher price than a non-ghost. Go ahead and negotiate.

6. Ghostwrite your own blogs. You can make some money by creating your own blogs, and you can be anonymous, if you prefer not to have your name linked to a blog. Alternatively, you can create a website entirely of blogs and make money through advertisements.

7. Keep looking for work. As you become more experienced at ghostwriting blogs, you can blog for new clients. Although you will not have your name on the blogs, you can still add them to your resume.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not write for someone unless you have an agreement in writing or at least some money upfront.