You have just completed high school, college, or even the university. You have written numerous CVs to different parastatals and organization.
but zeros response
you may also have a job but the boss is nuisance. He/she just thepain in the ass. regardless of how hard you work nobody notices.
morw tha oncw you have been thinking about freelance workf but you dont know where to start?
listen, i am here to help you navigate this jouney of freelance wrting.
what is freelancing?
it occurs when an individual offers his services to difference companies instead of beain a company employee at a fee. sounds cool, right?
These services may vary and also the name of the person offering the service also changes for instance
- Freelance blooger-blog writer in a company blog
- SEO writer-Offering optimzed content that rank well in Google
- Ghost writer-focus in providing written documents such as Ebooks but yourname wont be ncluded.
- Social media manager- manages social media accounts of a company
- Freelance book keeper
Who can become a freelance writer?
anyone can becoming a freelance writers long as you have the skill that a company is desperately looking for.as earlier ststaed the skills vary.aslong as those skills matches whart the company is looking for yu are good to go.
Who hires a freelance writer?
Freelancers are hired by numerous cooperates and individuals. it includes SMEs and large companies, such as Tesco.
The trick is just give your best shot when given a chance since freelancing is a competitive industry. you may have the skill but you luck the convincing power to lure the company or an individual to hire you.
how to get started ?
I know you are getting excited on how freelance is easy but wait the hardest part is coming. Before you start there are basic requirements you apart from your skill that you need
- Computer with good internet connectivity-is a mist since you will be working remotely.you need a goodinternet connectivity to deliver your work timely.
- A plan-it outlines what service you’ll provide, the market you’ll cater too, and marketing strategies.
- A website-that tells about you and your services, and includes a portfolio of your work, and testimonials. It also should have a menu that show your rates.
- A LinkedIn account.-While all social media accounts is a MUST since it is a great resource to network for freelance work, LinkedIn is an online resume located in a place where professionals connect.
- A dedicated business phone or cell phone number on which prospects can reach you.
- A paypal account- this mainly because the freelance payment is mostly done online.