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8 Advantages to Writing a Book as an Entrepreneur
As an aspiring or an established entrepreneur, you are an expert in something, but does the rest of the world know? You have a wealth of information, experience and knowledge that you can package into a book that will benefit others. This...
Creative Writing - where to find fresh ideas
“I’ve got to prepare a talk tonight. I think I’ll just pop over to the idea store for some fresh concepts.” “I’ll do some work on the novel, then. Could you get me a bag of inspiration while you’re over there? Oh, on second thoughts, why not stop...
How to Improve Your Writing Without Writing a Word
Many an ad, business letter and TV commercial comes into being slowly, even painfully. Maybe because some of us write as if we were still using an IBM Selectric, wite-out and a badly worn Webster's. For that matter, maybe some still are. And that's...
How to Multiply Your Freelance Writing Work
You can turn your $200 fee to write a press release into $2,000 to carry out an entire PR campaign simply by convincing clients to invest in campaigns, instead of individual assignments. Campaigns achieve better results and cost less in the...
Writing For The Web: More Places To Get Ideas
There are many places all over the place to get article ideas. Part 1 of this series explored some of the locations on the internet. This part goes into some of the places you can find ideas outside of the web. Libraries - Believe it or not,...
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Discover Freelance Writing
Freelance writing is a fabulous opportunity and if you've got
the drive, the energy, the time, and the creativity, it's
definitely the way to go. Whether it's to supplement your
income, or just to satisfy an urge for publication, a little bit
of planning and a lot of hard work are all it takes to build a
successful (and profitable) freelance writing career.
Many freelancers have broken into publications based on their
areas of expertise. It may sound complicated, but before you go
whining about your lack of a college degree, think about the
real-life interests you have. These can be your specialties. Try
targeting publications that feature your interests or deal only
in such articles. Then assemble a few clips and call yourself an
expert.
Freelance writers don't only publish in magazines. Their
services are in high demand in the business world, as well. Once
you've managed to create even the smallest writer's resume, you
can begin to market your writing to professionals who don't have
the time or perhaps the knowledge to keep up with their writing
needs. Press releases, ad copy, web content, sales letters -
every business is in demand for writing to help it grow. Explore
your opportunities in your local business community by
contacting local businesses, or try listing your services in a
local or
online classified.
Writing can really seem like a lonely task sometimes. However,
the hours are as irregular as you want them to be, and the work
can just as easily be done in your bed as it can be in a local
coffee shop or in your office. Become a part of writer's
communities, either in your area or online, to get in touch with
writers who know exactly the same type of strain you're going
through. Take advantage of writer's groups and critique circles,
or start one of your own! Participate in message boards and
online chats to expand your knowledge and experience and to get
answers to your questions from people who have been in your
field for some time. Being in the good company of other writers
can help you to hone your craft, create the opportunity to share
leads and projects, and energize your own writing.
While it may seem as though it will take forever to break into
your favorite magazines, or to even start making money from your
writing, you should remember that, like any career, freelance
writing requires dedication, commitment, and persistence.
Rejection and low pay can be depressing, but each opportunity to
write and sell an article is a chance to further improve your
work.
About the author:
Amanda Baker writes for All Things Pondered:
http://AllThingsPondered.com
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