Tips here, tips there - Tips
EVERYWHERE!
It can be overwhelming; the blogs, SEO do's and don'ts,
Google AdSense, forums....the massive influx of freelancing information on the
internet is amazing. When you're first starting out, it's really exciting
because there's seemingly so much useful information to launch your freelance
business. One Google search of the term "freelance writer" or
"how to become a freelance writer" will bring the researcher a ton of
information. So what do you do with it? You certainly can't read through all of
it because, honestly, not everyone knows what they're talking about. It's
important that you take some important steps in the earliest part of your
journey. Not only will it help define your path, but it can make the journey
that much more smoother.
Why are you here?
I think Billybuc has also posed the same question in the
past - and for good reason. A lot of people jump into the freelance arena with
no real vision or reason as to why. Is it because you're a writer? Is it
because you want to write or just let off some steam? The first thing you
should do is find out what your vision is going to be. Think about what got you
to this point or what you're passionate about. What message would you like to
share with the world?
This assessment should be made before you go hopping on the
internet reading forums and analyzing articles in Writer's Digest. If not, your
research will be that much more frustrating because there's no vision in place.
If you have a general idea of what you want to do, the outlets you research
will be much easier for you. If you have niche in mind, your search will be
even more beneficial. What's a niche? There's so many definitions,
but here is a pretty solid one in reference to this hub from the Oxford
Dictionary: A comfortable or suitable position in life or employment. Think
about this when choosing what to write about. Figure out what area you flow in;
or what really ticks you off to the point where you're motivated to write about
it.
Who's listening?
In the beginning, there are not much listeners (ha, ha), but
we'll get to that in a bit. For now, since you've thought about what vision
you'd like to have, you must figure out who you want to listen. Who will your
audience be? This step needs to be as specific as possible, especially in the
beginning stages.You may have to get as specific as age, gender and
demographic. When I first started surfing around different blogs, I came across
all kinds of bloggers with all kinds of topics they would blab about. I found
that the busiest, most successful blogs were those who had specific audiences.
Some of the focuses included financial tips, women in their 30's living the
single life, and health/inspirational blogs. They had so much interest because
the vision was specific. Did it happen overnight? Probably not, but at some
point the blogger obviously figured out who they should be talking to.
You may not figure this out in the beginning, but it's
something that should always stay in your radar. See what interests are out
there and use that route. Oe, you can start with a specified type of reader and
expand as you go along. Either way, it's a must to be as specific as possible.
You'll see this over and over as you read through the different types of blogs.
Network, network, NETWORK!
There's no real way of making progress as a SEO
Expert freelancer Services India writer if you're not
networking. It's not some type of magic that takes place behind closed doors.
You have to get up and get out; not just electronically, but physically too!
Social Media: As we all know, social media has taken the
world by storm, to say the least. All kinds of relationships are formed from
the basis of social media, from dramatic to healthy ones. The land of freelance
writing is no different. In fact, HubPages has a plethora of freelance writers
who are willing to share useful information. As I mentioned earlier, Billybuc
is one of the more popular freelance writers on HubPages who shares useful
types on starting out as a freelance writer. You have to be realistic and be
prepared for challenges for your growth and success as a writer. He along with
other writers share real information. So websites that throw out "Quick
tips to get rich" or "Fast and Easy Ways" in freelance writing
aren't being real with you and will only set you up for disappointment.
Freelance writing is not easy. It involves a lot of groundwork in the beginning
stages. So when it comes to social media, some sources are a lot better than
others. Need good writing resources? Visit CopyBlogger. Here are other
suggestions:
- Linked In
- Wordpress
- Facebook
- Twitter
- Wordpress
Good old-fashioned face-to-face
networking. Hands down, this is the best and most powerful way to
make helpful relationships in your freelance writing journey. This is one
method that has never changed given the introduction of social media. Physical
networking still works and opens up doors for you as a writer - especially if
you're seeking to grow your business. Believe it it or not, there are folks out
there who are interested in what you have to say. There are folks who will
offer assistance and good advice to help you be well on your way to success.
Some may charge you for it, others simply believe in paying it forward. From my
personal experience, I've found that meeting other writers in person resulted
in great advice that I probably would've paid for
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Coach. Also, face-to-face networking provided me the best leads
for my writing business. So how do you take this step? There are plenty of
networking groups to join that meeting in person throughout the month; maybe
once a week or twice a month, depending on schedules. Hire SEO Freelancers
Expert Mumbai Union is
a good place to find fellow writers who meet on a regular basis.
Design and organize your plan.
If you plan on making money from freelance writing, it's
best to get organized for it. Don't lose track through constant research that
you overlook making the important plans for your business. Here are some steps
you can take in setting up your business:
Keep your focus by writing down your mission
and vision.
Determine your outlet that will promote you and your
products (articles, blogs, newsletters, etc.) This is where social media will
come into play.
Your ideal customer.
Again, this is tied to defining your target audience. If you gain a faithful
following, they may eventually become your actual customers. For example, if
you're blogging about writing a book, those who follow your blog may be
interested in reading the book once it comes out, so think of how those two
elements should be tied. Build or plan your marketing strategy.
Be prepared to spend. Not
too much though. In addition to your basic writing supplies, you may have to
come out of pocket for certain networking groups you may join and if you choose
to get coaching services.
The hard part - patience.
I'll point out again, if you're jumping into freelance
writing to make a quick buck, you're in the wrong business.Best
SEO Freelance Services Mumbai writing involves a lot of
cultivating and rejection in the beginning. Any real freelance writer will tell
you just that. It will be slow at first; no one reading your blog, no one
responding to your pitch letters, but eventually people will start to pay
attention and respond. In the meantime, it's important to be consistent and
patient. If you have a blog, do your best to keep it current. Visit useful
forums and communities on social media. Your participation in network groups
will also help to get you noticed and promote your business.
You just have to work the fields
first. It definitely took me a while to get the ball rolling. But
just the other day, I was literally stopped in the street by someone who
recognized me from a community work meeting I attended a few weeks prior. They
made sure they got my contact information because they wanted to keep in touch
with me and what I was doing. So you never know when the ball will start
rolling. Just rest assured that it will!
