Top 6 Tips on How to become a published writer on the Internet
Posted: Sunday, January 17, 2010
by LeahG Artist
Cartoon & Illustration Services
People often ask me how they can become a paid writer on the Internet.
Writing for the Internet is a great work-from-home occupation and for creative people with good writing skills, this can seem like an ideal way to earn some extra cash.
However, finding paid Internet writing jobs writing isnt as easy as some imagine. You can either do what I do and self-promote and draw clients to you, or you can apply for writing jobs via writing job sites such as www.online-writing-jobs.com.
I got my first writing job via the site above. I applied for dozens of jobs before I got my lucky break. The pay was low but was worth it to enable me to learn the craft and build a portfolio.
I was also offered a lucky break by the owner of a community article site that I submitted free content to. I was offered a paid blogging job and quickly my content ranked higher than any other writers. I was proving myself as a high traffic pulling Internet writer.
Pay isnt as important as learning the craft and building a portfolio. If you still want to be a writer on the Internet, read on!
Here are some tips as to how get started a writer on the Internet.
1. Build up a portfolio
Every Internet/website writing job you apply for will require you to submit samples. So begin building a portfolio. You can do this by setting up a free blog or by submitting contributions to community article sites like IcePop
2. Learn how to write website content
Website content differs to all other forms of writing. You can get some great tips on my site. See link at the end of this article.
3. Dont expect it to be easy. Its not easy. There are a lot of writers to compete with and some are experienced journalists with degrees in English Language and Journalism etc. That doesnt mean you cant crack it as a great Internet writer though. Just learn the craft, apply yourself and be patient!
4. Network
Join writers forums and network. Learn from peers who can offer valuable advice as to how to get started.
5. Decide what youre worth.. /$$$
As a new writer this might not be a great deal! You need to prove yourself first.
6. Approach writing jobs professionally.
Agree all terms in writing and issue invoices. Meet all deadlines and expect to do some re-writes.
Ill add to these tips when I have more time, but this should help you get started.
Good luck!
Leah
Internet writing tips
Writing for the Internet is a great work-from-home occupation and for creative people with good writing skills, this can seem like an ideal way to earn some extra cash.
However, finding paid Internet writing jobs writing isnt as easy as some imagine. You can either do what I do and self-promote and draw clients to you, or you can apply for writing jobs via writing job sites such as www.online-writing-jobs.com.
I was also offered a lucky break by the owner of a community article site that I submitted free content to. I was offered a paid blogging job and quickly my content ranked higher than any other writers. I was proving myself as a high traffic pulling Internet writer.
Pay isnt as important as learning the craft and building a portfolio. If you still want to be a writer on the Internet, read on!
Here are some tips as to how get started a writer on the Internet.
1. Build up a portfolio
Every Internet/website writing job you apply for will require you to submit samples. So begin building a portfolio. You can do this by setting up a free blog or by submitting contributions to community article sites like IcePop
2. Learn how to write website content
Website content differs to all other forms of writing. You can get some great tips on my site. See link at the end of this article.
3. Dont expect it to be easy. Its not easy. There are a lot of writers to compete with and some are experienced journalists with degrees in English Language and Journalism etc. That doesnt mean you cant crack it as a great Internet writer though. Just learn the craft, apply yourself and be patient!
4. Network
Join writers forums and network. Learn from peers who can offer valuable advice as to how to get started.
5. Decide what youre worth.. /$$$
As a new writer this might not be a great deal! You need to prove yourself first.
6. Approach writing jobs professionally.
Agree all terms in writing and issue invoices. Meet all deadlines and expect to do some re-writes.
Ill add to these tips when I have more time, but this should help you get started.
Good luck!
Leah
Internet writing tips
LeahG Artist and Designer
Leah left the retail and health management world a few years ago to become a freelance writer and artist. She now enjoys creating funky vibrant cartoons and illsutrations for websites, promotional materials and as gifts. Leah would love to illustrate her own children's books in the future. Presently she is creating cartoon and cartoon mascots for business clients.
Visit LeahG's Cartoon and Illustration Services website here for updates and latest art work.
Leah left the retail and health management world a few years ago to become a freelance writer and artist. She now enjoys creating funky vibrant cartoons and illsutrations for websites, promotional materials and as gifts. Leah would love to illustrate her own children's books in the future. Presently she is creating cartoon and cartoon mascots for business clients.
Visit LeahG's Cartoon and Illustration Services website here for updates and latest art work.
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Top-level comments on this article: (5 total)Great article. Well done.I started writing online as a fun thing. Now, I've got addicted to it and am pulling large amounts of traffic. People are even coming and asking me to write for them! Last week I was talking to a magazine editor who sent me the staff writers guidelines!That is fantastic!! Well done and long may your success continue.
I liked this! So very helpful- I learned some things I didn't know, but wanted to- Thank You so much- EllaYou're very welcome. I have lots of tips on my writing site which may also help you re how to write for the Internet.
Thanks a lot, Leah.
Thanks for sharing these interesting tips. Love the art. Linda D
Thanks Carol and Linda :)
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