Blogging for Money is a Business Model. Say it Clear. Say it Loud.
by Karri Flatla @ Snap VA moneyThe passion before profit idea has always made sense to me. I always tell start up newbies to make sure that whatever they pursue in business they had better be sure they can find joy in the journey. Otherwise you’ve have nothing to offset the inevitable drudgery that comes in those early, cash-tight days of doing your own bookkeeping, staying up late answering emails and, God help us all, fixing broken websites. But I’m kind of getting tired of these online marketers chanting the “do what you love and the money will come” like a mantra. And one specific blog post by a blogger who has very publicly monetized his blog is particularly bothersome to me (which, damn you anyway, Jeremy, was probably your purpose in writing that post).
The Right Rate To Charge
by Sarah Lam @ Writing Consultation freelancingmoneyQ&A: How do you determine the rate for the freelancing work you are applying? This is a really important question you need to ask yourself as a freelance writer (or any freelancers in general).
Should freelance writers write for free?
by Chesley @ Daily Freelance Writing Tips freelancingmoneyThere is debate on the issue of freelance writers writing for free. Should they? Yes, and no. It depends on the situation. I think that there can be a benefit to writing without a direct monetary reward in some cases, but not in others. Here are some examples to explain what I mean.
Exposing Some Myths About Blogging Pay Rates
by Jennifer Mattern @ All Freelance Writing moneyAs someone who both gets paid significantly more than $100 per post to blog for clients and who comes from a PR background, I have to point out some flaws in Kevin’s logic (and I can’t blame him for them – these kinds of thoughts run rampant).
Making More $ in the Freelance Writing Business
by Chesley @ Daily Freelance Writing Tips freelancingmoneyAfter writing for a few months, or perhaps a year or two, many new freelance writers wonder how to earn more money. Everyone wants to know how to increase their earnings, and there are a few things that I have learned. Here are some money-making tips for a freelance writer:
Five Reasons Why Writing for Online Marketplaces is a Good Idea for a Newbie Freelancer
by Samar Owais @ The Writing Base freelancinggetting startedmoneyWhen you’re starting out, the real challenge lies in finding work. For freelancers with no experience or credentials, online marketplaces are a good place to start. There are many advantages to writing for marketplaces.
Why Bloggers Should Be Paid More, Part III: Not Everyone Blogs Right
by Tei Lindstrom @ Men with Pens moneyseries: why bloggers should be paid moreOne of the arguments for bloggers being paid less is simply the fact that everyone (yes, yes, and their mother) has a blog these days. If everyone’s doing it, then it must be simple. Nearly intuitive, really. It’s like knowing how to feed yourself. Sure. But most of us don’t really know how to feed ourselves, either. Let’s run with our food metaphor for a second here. Yes, everybody eats. Well done, there. By and large, we feed ourselves, which is to say we buy food, prepare it, and consume it.
How to Make Money Blogging for Writers
by Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen @ Quips and Tips moneyAre you weary of waiting for article assignments? Chew on these tips on making money blogging for writers…because developing multiple passive streams of income via blogs and other types of web writing may be the best way to fill in the gaps between jobs. Plus, blogging gives you a break from print magazine writing! Here’s what I’ve recently learning about making money on my blogs – tips I wish I would’ve known a year ago.
Ebooks that Sell
by James @ Men with Pens e-bookmoneyEbooks are easy to create and sell. They boost traffic and earn a nice income – if they’re good ones. Writing a better ebook is a smarter decision than slapping together a cheap one. Here are some tips on creating an ebook that gets you more sales and return visits to your site…
Why Bloggers Should Be Paid More, Part II: Short Posts Do Not Equal Short Hours
by Tei Lindstrom @ Men with Pens moneyseries: why bloggers should be paid moreWhy Bloggers Should Be Paid More, Part II: Short Posts Do Not Equal Short Hours This three-part series covers three common myths about blogging that contribute to the low-payment factor, to wit: that blogging is easier than writing other kinds of copy, that blogging takes less time than other kinds of copy, and that bloggers are a dime a dozen. A blog post doesn”t take me that long to write. A short one takes about fifteen minutes. A long one might take as much as forty-five, especially if I get particularly off-topic and kooky…
Creating Multiple Streams of Income for Writers
by Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen @ The Adventurous Writer moneytipsFinancial expert Brandon Wilkins describes how successful writers can create multiple income streams – and why we want to! The ideal way to earn money is to find something that fulfills your passion, talents, and motivation – not just your desire to be a rich famous published writer. For more info on creating wealth, click on Wilkins’ book, Getting Rich is Simple…But It Ain’t Easy! And here are his tips on creating multiple streams of income for writers…
Why Bloggers Should Be Paid More, Part I: Blogging is Tough
by Tei Lindstrom @ Men with Pens moneyseries: why bloggers should be paid moreThat bloggers don’t get paid enough is a common refrain, but having just spent nearly an entire week with blogging as my primary source of both work and income, I am putting my foot down in a three-part series.
This series is going to cover three common myths about blogging that contribute to the low-payment factor, to wit: that blogging is easier than writing other kinds of copy, that blogging takes less time than other kinds of copy, and that bloggers are a dime a dozen.
5 Ways to Increase Your Writing Income
by Susan Johnstone @ Quips and Tips ideasmoneytipsGoing “commercial” is one way to increase your writing income – and there’s nothing wrong with it – but there are other ways to support yourself as a writer! For more insight into a writer’s life, click on Only as Good as Your Word: Writing Lessons From My Favorite Literary Gurus by Shapiro. And, read on for Johnston’s tips for increasing your writing income…
How to Write Articles That Sell
by James @ Men with Pens moneytipsArticle writing for web content is one of the hottest things in the virtual world these days, and it is a great way for new writers to start turning their talent into dollars. Writing articles that sell, though, isn’t always easy. Here are some tips that may help.
Are You Earning What You’re Worth?
by Susan Johnston @ The Urban Muse life balancemoneyI can’t tell you exactly how much you ought to charge for writing, because there are too many variables, and frankly, I’m still figuring this out myself. Experience, geography, and the complexity of the project all factor in. Still, there are some instances where I think it’s safe to say that you’re getting screwed. Here they are…