With inflation and the cost of living on the rise, most people could use some extra money in their pocket. Thanks to ever-changing technology and the advent of remote working, it’s easier than ever for those with a knack for writing to cash-in and start earning from the comfort of their own homes.
There are many opportunities out there waiting for you to get started, regardless of your writing experience. This handy guide will provide you with several leads to start you on your road to writing online for financial gain.
Writing reviews
Writing reviews is an easy and flexible way to make money just by sharing your opinion on products and services, and it doesn’t have to be on a professional basis.
By signing up for rewards websites, you can start writing reviews for almost anything, from clothes to video games. You could even register to have select products sent to your door to test, which some companies will let you keep once you’ve submitted your review. You can practice and gain valuable, free experience just from reviewing products and services you already pay for.
Blogging
Being a blogger can not only earn you money, but it can be fun, too. A blog is like an online journal; you update it with your thoughts and experiences on whatever subject you like – although maintaining consistency will help attract a more niche and loyal subscriber base.
Finding something fewer people are already blogging about, but still has an audience that will generate enough traffic, is key to establishing yourself as a blogger and earning from your work. It will take time and effort to develop a returning fanbase, but with patience, once you have established a following, you can make passive income through advertising and sponsored content. Blogging also serves as a great way to practice your writing and gain confidence in your skills.
Become a transcriber
Transcribing is a very flexible way to earn money, and can easily be done from virtually anywhere, as long as you have a laptop, an internet connection and some headphones.
Transcribing can be a great way to earn money online if you have good grammar, punctuation and consider yourself to be a fast typist. You will get paid to listen to audio recordings, typically from lawyers, doctors or other professionals, then convert what you heard to text. Transcription jobs are usually paid per hour of audio recording transcribed.
Sell e-books
It’s easier than ever to self-publish with platforms like Amazon making writing more accessible for everyone, with the advent of Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP).
If you have a particular interest or are something of an expert on a subject, or you are prepared to spend time researching and learning about new topics, you can write and sell e-books marketed at people with similar interests. Writing guides on such subjects as gardening, fitness and finance can all potentially earn you money.
Once you’ve written your e-book, Kindle Direct Publishing gives you full control over the publishing process by providing an easy way to get it into the marketplace, even allowing you to design your cover and set the price.
If you have stories to tell, you could self-publish your own novels or a collection of shorts. The only limit is, quite literally, your imagination.
Become a copywriter
Copywriting is writing content intended to promote products, services and ideas. It is a great way to make money online and as a freelance writer, you get to set your own schedule and dictate exactly how much work you take on, allowing you to strike an effective work life balance.
However, you will need to adapt your writing style to better fit the voice of the brand. Make sure to familiarise yourself with the brand and their content so you can better meet their requirements. Excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation are also key to successfully representing someone’s business through copywriting.
There are full-time options for in-house copywriters and regular jobs posted on freelancing websites to choose from, to help you get paid to write articles for money.
Become a ghostwriter
Many people need a bit of help when it comes to writing a book because even though they have experiences and stories they want to share, they don’t always have the expertise to get those ideas written down. That’s where ghostwriters come in.
Ghostwriters get paid to help other people write books. More experienced ghostwriters can even end up working with celebrities. Rates vary but, as a rule of thumb, the more high-profile the project, the more money you will earn.
If you’re looking to get paid to write, why not apply to work for Words of Worth today?