Online Writing: Simple Tips for Building an Income

Making money with online writing allows me to schedule around my family so that I can work and still be fully present with them

And yes, this is actually possible. Not only is it possible to make money writing online, but to focus on topics that I prefer and enjoy instead of just writing for the sake of a paycheck.

Online Writing for the Heart

I can make a living writing in a way that I love to write. I can write about things that I’m passionate about or that I enjoy. I don’t have to write about subjects that hold no interest for me. I don’t have to scramble my brain trying to fill in blanks for some unknown site.

It is possible to write what I love and get paid.

That being said, I’m not getting rich.

There are people on the internet who are making thousands of dollars a day with their blogs, but I haven’t broken into that segment. As a matter of fact, I haven’t even figured out how to make that first dollar directly on my blog.

(Although I’ve heard a rumor it’s actually illegal to make your own dollars – blog or no blog)

How am I making money writing what I love? I’m glad you asked.

How I’m Writing What I Enjoy

Be Persistent

I have been persistent. I started by working for sites that paid me only pennies to do posts on different forums. The posts I made were relevant and well written (spell checked and grammar checked).

Learn and Grow

From there, some of the forum hosts have asked me to write for their blogs. From there, I began to visit sites that have blog jobs posted (problogger.net is one that doesn’t charge you). I always made sure that what I produced was the best it could be – spell check and grammar check once more.

Ask for and Accept Referrals

Now, the people that I have worked for are sending me to other potential employers with glowing references. My opportunities are expanding each week, and I am in a position where I can say no because of the money or because of the subject.

It’s a great feeling to be writing what I love. It’s even greater knowing I’m making money with online writing that helps supplement our family.