How to Make Freelance Writing a Full-Time Job

You have been writing part-time for a while now, but you're ready to take it to the next level. Don't you quit your day job yet. First, plan ahead by following these steps for a much smoother transition.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Savings account

1. Save enough money to live on for at least six months. If you're the breadmaker in the family, you'll definitely want to put enough money away for bills and groceries. Therefore, keep that day job a little longer and put money back into a savings account from each paycheck.
2. When you're not working at your day job, begin your freelance writing career by sending query letters to publications in your niche and applying to freelance writing jobs. You could also start sending cover letters to potential clients including web designers, local businesses and editors.
3. Write for eHow and Associated Content. You won't be able to depend on these companies to make a living, but you can earn a little extra cash to help you through the rough patches.
4. Go ahead and build your website. Your website should consist of your writing portfolio, a short bio detailing your experience, your resume, the writing services you offer, testimonials from clients and samples of your work.
5. Pay your bills ahead of time. When you feel your nearing the stage to quit your day job, pay your bills up for a few months in advance. Use some of the money you put back to do this. The above are just a few of the most important things you should do before making freelance writing your full-time job. Good luck and happy writing.

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