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Step 1
Try different markets. Learn to write for different venues like web content, magazine articles, curriculum writing, business writing, marketing and advertising.
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Step 2
Add to your portfolio by offering other skills like proofreading, editing, fact checking, content writing, web editing and consulting. You’ll find more work if you have a variety of skills to offer.
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Step 3
Work with other freelance writers who specialize in different areas. You can take the jobs that come to you and back up any of your freelance friends who need extra help. Return the favor by passing extra work their way.
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Step 4
Team up with a graphic designer so you can offer writing and artwork together. Use both your contacts to bring in extra work and develop a portfolio displaying both writing and graphics.
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Step 5
Take writing courses in new areas that arise like web writing, web developing and technical writing. Stay ahead of the competition by staying current. Learn how to use programs like Adobe FrameMaker and Photoshop so you can offer a variety of business and technical documents.
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Step 6
Keep marketing your business. Even when you have a steady paying client, keep your eyes open for new business. Send out emails, letters, brochures and business cards. Look for freelance jobs in your local paper and on job boards.
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Step 7
Teach writing workshops to new freelancers. Use your skills to help other writers write, edit and proof read. Offer your services in person or online. You will meet new contacts which can lead to more work while teaching and consulting.
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look4writing said
on 10/28/2009 Great information and to the point. 5* and R look4writing