Finding a profitable freelance writing niche is a common problem for new freelance writers. But it’s not because the niches are rare and hard to come by. It’s more like there are too many choices out there. I had the same problem when I started out. I tried writing topics about self-improvement, leadership, money, technology, …
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Are you thinking of quitting your full-time job to become a freelancer? Before you make the switch (or not), make sure to go through this article at least once. I’ve been in your position so I know how it feels. It’s not easy… When I made the switch, I was already a married man. A …
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If I could go back in time, one of the things I would have done before diving headfirst into freelance writing is to spend a few dollars on one or two freelance writing courses. It would have saved me so much time from figuring things out myself. Like almost every broke person out there, I …
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Today, my conversion rate in Upwork falls around 20% to 40%. Meaning, for every five proposals I send, three will reply and one or two of them will proceed into creating a contract with me. It looks amazing, especially if you’re someone who’s struggling to land a contract in Upwork. But truth be told, things …
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So you have to decided to become a freelancer. When I started doing this full time, it was risky. I straight away quit my day job to focus on my freelance career — a month after my marriage. I would be lying if I say it was all too easy. It wasn’t. In fact, I …
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The beauty of freelance writing is that there will always be companies that will need content. Even during the pandemic, I’ve noticed that there’s still a steady flow of clients who are seeking freelance writers. Believe me when I say there are many ways you can find freelance writing jobs. You aren’t limited to just …
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As someone who started his freelance career on Upwork, I would always be thankful for the opportunities and connections I found there. The ride was amazing (and so were the earnings). But I would never say it was a smooth sailing ride. In fact, I really had a hard time in the beginning. I was …
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As a virtual assistant, you will have different sets of tasks to do for different clients. Without the proper tools, you may have to chase after deadlines which could result in you hating your job (and losing your contracts). The good news is that most of the tools you will need as a virtual assistant …
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When I read articles from freelance “gurus” who discourages people from using websites to find freelance writing opportunities and suggest instead to focus on outreach, I always roll my eyes. Why? Because I know for a fact that doing so is more complicated than it sounds. Networking on your own could take weeks before you …
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When I was new to freelancing, I always thought that creating a proposal wasn’t necessary… It was the mentality of someone who doesn’t see freelancing as a business. I never knew that creating a freelance proposal is key to securing premium rates. The first time my proposal worked, my eyes were opened. A freelance proposal …
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