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What should you write as a Web writer to make a high income?

January 31st, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

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One of the most common questions my writing students ask me is “What should I write as a Web writer?”

The online world can seem chaotic to new writers, with the low-paying opportunities highly visible, while the high-paying opportunities never advertise.

So while there are unlimited opportunities online, unfortunately some Web writers get trapped in writing ghettos, writing material that’s poorly paid. There’s no need to get stuck in a ghetto: you can get plum gigs making $250 an hour if you wish, it’s very much up to you.

Here’s what I tell my students when they ask “What should I write?”

Two points. Write what’s easy for you, and write unique, high-value content.

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Make great money when you write for the Web in 2008

December 28th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Here we are, in that magical space “between” the years. 2007 is almost over, and 2008 is coming up fast. I hope you have a wonderful 2008, writing for the Web.

To ensure that you do, here’s my very best tip on how to make great money writing for the Web: set your own rates.

My writing students know that I’m always telling them to SET YOUR OWN RATES, because it’s vital that you remember to do that. There’s a lot of low-pay writing gigs on the Web.

Some of the low-paying jobs are fine, if you’re just starting out, but if you have even a modicum of experience, I urge you not to sell your writing skills too cheaply. Great writing jobs are out there.

Here’s how to get great writing jobs in three easy steps:

1. Know your own worth when you set your fees.

You must know what an article is worth for example, and you can figure that out by looking at the Web site. A large company can afford to pay (good) print magazine rates, and this is what you set your rates at for this kind of company.

So know what a site can reasonably pay, and charge well. If you’re not sure how to set your rates, contact me for a coaching session, and I’ll be happy to help you.

2. If you don’t have a Web site, get one.

You need a site, it’s the only way you can operate in the world of Web writing if you want to make an excellent income.

3. Advertise your services.

You can use Pay Per Click advertising, or advertise on Web sites. If money’s a problem, use Craigslist until you can afford to pay for advertising.

So there you go - I hope 2008 is your best Web writing year ever. I wish you and your loved ones a happy and profitable New Year.

If you’re new to Web writing, read my Writing for the Web ebook.

Make a fast buck with Web writing

June 18th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

I received two messages about making some money FAST with Web writing yesterday. Neither writer told me why they wanted to make a fast buck, and it doesn’t matter why.

Here’s what I told them: if you’re determined to make money fast, you can do it. “Beat Your Paycheck! Web Writing SECRETS” covers everything you need to know.

Go for it.

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