It’s a sad truth that many freelance writers start their career by working for content mills–or companies that produce a high volume of content but pay their writers little to nothing.
Even I started my writing career at a penny per word.
I don’t think there’s any shame in starting at content mills. After all, they can teach you a lot of lessons that you can apply to your full-time freelancing career.
Do you have a freelance writer website? If you just started creating one, it can be a confusing process.
You’re already pulling out your hair trying to figure this whole design thing out. On top of that, you have to decide what type of content to include. With so many things going on at once, it’s easy to forget something.
You don’t have to fret any longer! Below, we give a quick checklist detailing what you should include on your writer website as well as tips on how to develop those elements effectively.
Have you just started as a freelance writer? Then the thought of landing your first client probably chills you to the bone.
Where do you find freelance writing clients?
Do you have to work for free to get experience?
Thinking about starting a freelance writing business? Not sure where to start?
It’s frightening. I know. But it’s possible.
Asking how to break into freelance writing is a bit like asking how to dance. There are so many ways to go about doing it, and there’s not necessarily one right way. Just keep that in mind if you decide to stray the beaten path. Ultimately, do what works for you.
