How to Start a Freelance Writing Business

Determine first if you want to work full-time or part-time. If full-time, do you have enough funds to get you through the first few months while you are establishing yourself, and those dry spells in-between once you begin to sell?

Ask yourself: Am I a generalist or a specialist? Generalists can cover a wide variety of topics, while specialists can zero in on their niche and offer credibility. Don’t think you have any specialties? Do you like to garden? Lettered in a sport during school? Know a great deal about genealogy? Begin with your special interests, learn as much as you can, and pitch your in-depth knowledge to an editor.

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