By Elen Turner While I’ve been traveling my whole life and writing almost as long, it has only been in the last few years that I have started to make money as a ‘travel writer’. Copywriting for tour companies and hotels, writing itineraries, branded content for travel-related companies, literary travel essays, memoir-style pieces, listicles, travel…
I began using Indeed in late October, 2017. I was looking for a way to supplement my income and decided to give it a try. In less than three months, I’ve made $1,400 from the site, and I have enjoyed the writing gigs, but it’s definitely been a challenge just to find clients. Indeed is…
By Jon Sofen I know what you’re thinking. Craigslist is a feeding ground for men looking for a casual hookup and consumers seeking a bargain. That is correct, but it’s also a place where, if you know what to look for, you can find quality writing clients. If you’ve spent more than two minutes sifting…
By Andrew Mentock Most freelance writers begin their careers dreaming of bylines in Time Magazine, the New York Times and the Atlantic. These are the dreams I had when I first started out as a writer. Unfortunately, that level of success is usually out of reach for most writers who are just starting out. Typically,…
Written By Julie Wilson Writing was always a dream of mine. Until I was in desperate need of Christmas money and came across an advertisement for a writing service (aka: content mill) looking for writers. The dream quickly became a reality. I signed up, submitted a writing sample, and began receiving writing jobs. They were…
Written by Shelcy Joseph Whether it’s to increase your savings, pay off your debt or backpack through the West Coast, a few hundred dollars a month can make a big difference – even if you have a full-time job. Who wouldn’t want to stop living paycheck to paycheck, pad their bank account and reduce their…
Written by Shelcy Joseph Whether you have a few years of experience as as a freelance writer or you’re just starting out, clients are the bread and butter of your business. The truth is, no matter where you are in your career, you will have to hustle to get new writing clients. Cold calling or…