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Do you feel like making a good living as a freelance writer is a myth? Well, you're wrong. So, stop thinking negatively and get ready to look for better pay. Here are five tips to help you with that:
Entry-level jobs will rarely get you noticed, as those are mostly basic copywriting tasks you can't byline. Sure, doing it puts some money in your pocket, but it won't let you become visible. Being visible is what you need to get higher-paying work. So, in order to get your name out there, you have to find clients willing to attach your byline to each text you write.
Find blogs or online magazines and do some posts for them under your byline. Don't waste time writing for free – pick those that pay! Having an online portfolio will also help. Remember to only include your best pieces, and keep it diverse to show your range of abilities. It will also be a good idea to apply for writing jobs, for instance, on copywriting websites that employ freelance writers.
The faster you write, the better your chance is to make steady money while looking for new clients. You should organize your work and eliminate the things slowing you down. For instance, if you tend to revise your texts many times – stop. One good proofread or revision will be enough. Learn to do many pieces in a row without taking a break between them. If you spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to start your text, create an algorithm to follow. You will write faster when you don't wonder how to structure your texts.
It's a good idea to get to know some other writers, as well as some editors. You can join specialized groups in your area, attend writers' conferences and meet in person, or simply follow their posts on various social networks and comment on those you like most. Remember, each person you get to know in your line of work means the possibility of one more job.
Sometimes all you need to do to be paid better is to ask to be paid better. There is nothing wrong with telling your long-term clients that you are raising your rates - if you do good work, they will gladly offer you the sum you need to keep you working for them.
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