The world of writing is wide and continuously expanding therefore trying to make it as a freelancer may seem a gigantic task. Don’t fret though, this only means you need to have a plan and know what you are doing. Here are proven steps that can help you get started as a freelance writer.
Decide What to Write About
Explore different fields of writing and find what works for you
- You can always tweak your niche as you go
- Travel
- Food and beverage
- Cooking
- Personal finance
- Insurance
- Healthcare
- Leadership and Careers
- Crafts
Learn the Art of the Pitch and Start Pitching
Do more research on how to pitch
- Learn about your potential clients
- Ensure that you have the right email address
- Find out who is at the other end of the phone call
- Remember to be brief
Network
Get on social media
- Twitter, Linked-in, Facebook(especially pages and groups), Quora
- Guest posts
- Not only does this build your portfolio but also puts you out there
- Author’s bio for every post you write can be found on your site
Build a Portfolio
Have samples of your work ready to show your potential clients that you really do write and you do it well.
- Many writers prefer to use a blog as a portfolio because it establishes online presence and shows your prospects what to expect from your work.
- Seek out blogs accepting contributors and do a guest post.
Practice Writing and Pursue Continuous Improvement
To become a successful writer, you have to be a good one
- You must be willing to constantly improve your skills and practice
- The best way to improve as a writer is to read books, blogs in your niche or combine some of these tips
