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Little Known Profitable Niches for Freelance Writers (9 Types of Gigs that Increase Your Income)

Little Known Profitable Niches for Freelance Writers (9 Types of Gigs that Increase Your Income)

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started
So you’ve decided on freelance writing as your side hustle. Or, you’ve already started and you’re looking to take your gigs to the next level. One way to do that is by selecting a niche for yourself, a writing specialization. Choosing a niche can help you build a specialized track record that makes it easier to get clients. You'll also avoid the trap of being unfocused and applying to too many projects. By working within a niche, you’ll be working towards achieving expert status. Every project you complete will be directly related to the next type of project you want to land. As you evolve into a known specialist, you can take on more high-gigs and increase your rates and income. Now each project will strengthen your brand, and before…
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What to Know About Freelance Websites + The Best Alternative Ways to Find Gigs

What to Know About Freelance Websites + The Best Alternative Ways to Find Gigs

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started
Freelance websites can be a great way to find clients and projects. There are pros and cons to using them, so how to decide if it’s right for you? And how to decide which sites to use? Read through to find out the differences between freelance websites and what the alternatives are. What are freelance websites? Freelance websites allow companies to post their jobs to a marketplace of freelancers. Any freelancer can bid on posted projects. Once a company selects a freelancer for its project, the site also helps manage all communications. For freelancers, these platforms are an easy way to find jobs that are secure and, well, legitimate. Typically, these sites charge some form of payment for their services. The most common way they do this is by taking…
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How to Freelance While Working a Full-time Job — And Be Great at Both

How to Freelance While Working a Full-time Job — And Be Great at Both

All blog posts, Freelancing, Getting Started
Whether you want to leave your job or add a side hustle, there are plenty of reasons to start freelancing. Are you drawn to the idea of freelancing but worried about having a full-time job too? It might seem daunting, and yes, there are challenges, but there are plenty of benefits too. With a side hustle, you can earn more money, hone different skills, and work on projects that excite you. The question then becomes, how to pull it off? Here's how to get started and be successful at freelancing while keeping your job. Stay connected to your "why" When you're freelancing it's easy to get wrapped up in finding clients and taking on a lot of projects. Defining your purpose will help you choose the best clients for you…
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