Have you just stumbled into the world of freelance writing and can’t believe how awesome it is?
The freedom to set your schedule, choose your clients and to raise your rates when you like! Who wouldn’t want to be a freelance writer?
So, what did you naturally do when you learned about it? You went online and researched as much as you could about becoming a freelance writer. But, then you ended up having analysis paralysis – you don’t know where to start or how to start.
Coming up with blog post ideas can be hard when it’s your job to find those writer ideas!
Freelance writers often have to come up with blog topics and pitch their ideas to their clients or editors. And to top it all off, if you have a blog or personal blog – which every freelance writer should – having fresh writer ideas can take a toll.
When I was freelancing the first time a little over a year I had over 20+ clients, two blogs I wrote and managed two other blogs where I guest contributed.
Does the thought of having to “sell” yourself rub you the wrong way?
You decided to work from home as a freelance writer and thought all you had to do was show prospects a few of your samples and poof! they hire you.
Somehow you got the idea that you don’t need a website or blog or even be on social media to freelance write.
So, you want to learn how to become a freelance writer?
I get a lot of emails from people asking me how to get started as a freelance writer and no matter where you are in the world, the steps to take to becoming a freelance writer are the same.
It’s a great way to earn extra cash and actually make a living from it, so I thought I’d write a guide to help new freelance writers jumpstart their business.
I’m not the best writer.
Heck, I know I’m not the greatest writer out there either.
But, many new writers think or feel they need straight A’s in English or to major in Journalism to be a freelance writer. But, that’s not the case.
It’s scary isn’t it?
The thought of telling your current freelance writing job you want a raise.
They could end up never emailing you again.
What’s your writing process?
I’ve been a freelance writer for a little over a year now and I am still finding my groove when it comes to writing my client pieces.
I’m a mother to twin toddlers and distractions are a normal part of my day. So, I know having a system in place is crucial to the success and outcome of my freelance writing business.
Okay.
You’ve been freelance writing for a while now but you still aren’t making any headway. Most of your projects are one-offs or ad hoc pieces and nothing is consistent.
You’re not sure why because you feel your rate is reasonable and that you’re a good writer. So, why aren’t you making a living from your freelance writing business?
I have a guest poster for you today. Her name is Lenka Podzimek and she won $100 in the first pitching challenge I created just for my course participants of Write Your Way to Your First $1k. I put up $100 as a way to motivate students to take action and start pitching, hoping they land their first or next freelance writing client. Lenka is here to tell her story of how much she learned since taking my course and how much confidence she now has as a professional freelance writer.
Want to know a little secret?
It’s 10:30 a.m. on a Saturday and the house is a mess, I’m still in my PJ’s and I have impending deadlines to meet.
Being a freelance writer and mom to twins is challenging.
