If I managed to write 9 articles in 1 day then you can too
Becoming a freelance writer is a dream for many people, and with tons of different blogging websites to choose from, this dream can become reality. In order to be your own boss, you need the discipline and work ethic to crank out multiple articles in one sitting.
As a freelancer who makes $1,900/month writing online, here are the four steps that help me optimize my writing process.
#1. Create a running list of your ideas
Inspiration strikes all the time. If you have a fleeting idea, quickly write it down. …
Statistics, takeaways, and questionable clients
As many of you know, I started selling gigs on Fiverr. Doing so is part of my long-term plan to diversify my income so that a large chunk of my monthly income is not coming from a single source.
Previously, I wrote a couple of articles about my adventures on Fiverr in order to let everyone know what I’ve been up to and to see if they would want to try out Fiverr for themselves. It’s also a great marketing strategy, so I’ve been told.
Without further ado, here are my statistics and takeaways from 30 days on Fiverr. I…
Don’t become complacent
Whether you’re a seasoned freelance writer or just starting out, making money is difficult without a full-fledged client list. As someone who started freelancing in November and is still learning the ropes, these are the best suggestions I have in order to make more money while valuing your time.
1. Accept projects unfamiliar (and interesting) to you
Part of being a freelancer is getting approached to work on a variety of strange projects. Some of these projects will fall within your skillset and others will be new experiences.
If you are confident in your ability to learn how to complete a new project and you find it interesting…
Putting in the hard work
We are all guilty of reading about how much freelance writers earn each month. I don’t think there are enough in-depth articles that demonstrate how that money is made.
Because of this information disparity and a love of personal finance, I decided to record a full day of work as a freelance writer. This log is from one of my busier days at the end of the month, March 29th specifically, where I wrote a handful of articles for two clients.
Without further ado, here is an unusually busy day in the life of a freelance writer.
Itinerary: March 29th— March 30th, 2021
10:15 AM— After…
Non-traditional work requires non-traditional searching
There’s a lot of competition for freelance writing positions on LinkedIn, UpWork, ZipRecruiter, and other popular job boards. In the beginning, I would spend hours on those sites, scouring for work that seemed interesting and paid a decent rate. I didn’t have much luck.
Now that I’ve switched to less traditional ways of finding work, I’ve been much more fortunate. Freelancing has never been traditional, and searching for freelance jobs shouldn’t be, either.
#1. Twitter explore tab
I follow many freelance writers on Twitter, mainly because I’m interested in their work but also because some of them will post about work opportunities they’ve found…
The earning potential is high
A little over a week ago, I decided to try my hand at selling blog posts on Fiverr. I also offer a Medium profile review service that helps optimize for engagement and curation, based on my own experiences.
I wanted to try out Fiverr because I was intrigued after learning about a young woman making $378K/year on the platform. Although I do not think I will be on her level anytime soon, a couple of hundred dollars extra each month would be a welcome income stream. Here’s how my first week on Fiverr went.
How many people reached out
Person #1: Most people don’t want…
From a freelancer making $1,850/month
Freelancing is often put on a pedestal, for good reason. It is a lovely adventure of making your own schedule, working when you want to, and not reporting to a traditional boss. You are the boss, but sometimes that’s worse.
I can’t stress enough how much better freelancing is than a 9 to 5 job, at least in my personal experience. That said, there are some downsides to freelancing people rarely discuss. Here’s what I’ve experienced so far.
One client can make or break your dreams when starting out
I have one client I write 20+ articles for every month who pays my rent, water, internet, electricity, gas, and groceries. If…
I have 1K followers — this is not a money grab
The link to my gig, relevant later: https://www.fiverr.com/rachelyerks/be-your-freelance-writer-for-articles-and-blog-posts [The price is no longer $5.]
Why I’m adding Fiverr to my repertoire
It’s no secret views have been down recently on Medium. Some people may be feeling a bit more insecure about the platform than usual, but that isn’t the case for me. I never felt secure in the first place. You shouldn’t, either.
I also write for News Break and it pays all my bills every month. It’s a fantastic company to work for, but contracts aren’t forever and I’m always looking for the next one. …
I wrote an article [non-sponsored] about the resort
I live in Florence, KY with my boyfriend of nearly three years. My parents, on the other hand, live in rural Connecticut and my grandmother lives ten minutes from them. They are part of the reason I choose to write online for money. I need a flexible schedule and compensation not dependent on location. Here’s how I make it work.
Writing online allows me to batch work and create my own schedule
I had a rough month in February due to feeling cooped up during the pandemic, amongst other things. …
Rachel Yerks
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