How Do You Become A Freelance Writer?

How do you become a freelance writer?

Many of the people who search for my blog are looking for the answer to this question. They are hoping that there is some magic formula that will move them from being wannabe writers to published professionals without passing ‘go’.

Sorry, but there is no simple answer.

Don’t be discouraged. I really believe that almost anyone can learn writing skills. Learning the skills is not the problem. The issue is wanting a writing career enough to put in the ground work that’s needed to make it successful. That ground work includes doing some actual writing regularly and consistently and publishing it somewhere where others can see it. That’s why I always recommend a blog — and I’ve had enough clients find me through my blog to know that my advice is spot-on.

There’s also the need to sustain your skill level and write cracking good copy even when it’s a topic you wouldn’t normally be interested in. (Believe me, I’ve done my fair share of those, too, and still do.) The point is that your client should never pick up on your lack of enthusiasm. If you can sound like a fan even when feeling jaded, then you’re well on the way to becoming a professional writer.

This post originally appeared in Writing Lab News.