People often ask me how they can become a paid writer on the Internet.
Writing for the Internet is a great work-from-home occupation and for creative people with good writing skills, this can seem like an ideal way to earn some extra cash.
However, finding paid Internet writing jobs writing isn’t as easy as some imagine. You can either do what I do and self-promote and draw clients to you, or you can apply for writing jobs via writing job sites such as www.online-writing-jobs.com.
I got my first writing job via the site above. I applied for dozens of jobs before I got my lucky break. The pay was low but was worth it to enable me to learn the craft and build a portfolio.
I was also offered a lucky break by the owner of a community article site that I submitted free content to. I was offered a paid blogging job and quickly my content ranked higher than any other writers. I was proving myself as a high traffic pulling Internet writer.
Pay isn’t as important as learning the craft and building a portfolio. If you still want to be a writer on the Internet, read on!
Here are some tips as to how get started a writer on the Internet.
1. Build up a portfolio
Every Internet/website writing job you apply for will require you to submit samples. So begin building a portfolio. You can do this by setting up a free blog or by submitting contributions to community article sites like IcePop
2. Learn how to write website content
Website content differs to all other forms of writing. You can get some great tips on my site here.
3. Don’t expect it to be easy.
It’s not easy. There are a lot of writers to compete with and some are experienced journalists with degrees in English Language and Journalism etc. That doesn’t mean you can’t crack it as a great Internet writer though. Just learn the craft, apply yourself and be patient!
4. Network
Join writers forums and network. Learn from peers who can offer valuable advice as to how to get started.
5. Decide what you’re worth..£££ /$$$
As a new writer this might not be a great deal! You need to prove yourself first.
6. Approach writing jobs professionally.
Agree all terms in writing and issue invoices. Meet all deadlines and expect to do some re-writes.
I’ll add to these tips when I have more time, but this should help you get started.
Good luck!
Leah
eamil: leah@artist-writer.com
