How to Find a Freelance Writing Job Online

Writing online is becoming a great source of income for people who have lost their jobs or need extra income. Finding a writing job online is about more than just searching for job postings.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer
• Word Processing Software
• Portfolio

1. Set up that portfolio first. Every other writer on the Internet will have a portfolio. This is a collection of writing samples that a potential employer will look through when you are trying to find a writing job online. The portfolio needs to cover a range of topics and niches.

2. Apply for work daily. There are a variety of writing websites that provide a connection between a writer and an employer. Applying for jobs daily means getting your name out there and increasing the chances of landing that next writing job.

3. Ask for feedback and a reference. After completing a job for an employer, it is important to get feedback about the work you completed. If the employer was happy, ask for a reference. These references will improve the number of acceptances when applying for writing jobs online.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not get discouraged.
• It takes time to find steady work.
• Never offend the employer.
• Never promise to complete an assignment you can clearly not complete.

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