Many freelance writers are told to develop a niche, a specialty that is unique and compelling.
However, nothing could dull the mind faster or stall a career quicker than becoming a foremost authority on for example the real estate industry.
Not that real estate is dull, but the key to being a successful freelance writer is to be an expert in nothing.
It's only that way that you can focus on what is truly unique which is your voice as a writer.
That's the skill that nobody else possesses.
That's why you're worth hiring.
It's up to you to define that voice and create your own brand to sell.
Freelance writing isn't a walk at a park though.
Whether it's a new career or your first job, you must start your search for work with friends, relatives and business contacts.
Everyone remembers who helped them get their first job and people are willing to lend you a hand if you have the persistence to follow through on an opportunity.
And you don't need a specialty.
You just have to write.
A nice story, especially a touching one, would surely draw many readers.
How to write is another matter.
For college students, writing a personal essay would be a sensible thing to do.
This kind of paper relies less on research and more on memory.
But there are cases when their essays won't turn out to be as good as they expect because of the way they write their story.
Students don't need to brush up on essay writing to be able to seek a solution.
They only need to be aware of what approach they'll use while telling their story.
In case you've exhausted your relatives and friends, you can check out various online resources.
Since most writers often don't think of themselves as business people, you can get a head start on the competition.
Sites like LinkedIn works on degrees of separation, allowing you to see the people you know and their immediate connections.
You mustn't be scared if you lack experience.
It can sometimes be the best tool in your arsenal if you know how to spin it.
This comes into use as you branch out into different sectors.
This is where you're going to discover what you enjoy.
You should cultivate that interest in able to be successful.
That doesn't mean you should stop being curious.
In fact, explore as many different arenas as possible, because well informed freelance writers are capable of not only interesting cocktail conversations but turning an innocent interview question into a freelance project.
By embracing the role of a writing handyman, you regularly convince friends and contacts that you can offer a fresh and varied perspective for every project.
However, nothing could dull the mind faster or stall a career quicker than becoming a foremost authority on for example the real estate industry.
Not that real estate is dull, but the key to being a successful freelance writer is to be an expert in nothing.
It's only that way that you can focus on what is truly unique which is your voice as a writer.
That's the skill that nobody else possesses.
That's why you're worth hiring.
It's up to you to define that voice and create your own brand to sell.
Freelance writing isn't a walk at a park though.
Whether it's a new career or your first job, you must start your search for work with friends, relatives and business contacts.
Everyone remembers who helped them get their first job and people are willing to lend you a hand if you have the persistence to follow through on an opportunity.
And you don't need a specialty.
You just have to write.
A nice story, especially a touching one, would surely draw many readers.
How to write is another matter.
For college students, writing a personal essay would be a sensible thing to do.
This kind of paper relies less on research and more on memory.
But there are cases when their essays won't turn out to be as good as they expect because of the way they write their story.
Students don't need to brush up on essay writing to be able to seek a solution.
They only need to be aware of what approach they'll use while telling their story.
In case you've exhausted your relatives and friends, you can check out various online resources.
Since most writers often don't think of themselves as business people, you can get a head start on the competition.
Sites like LinkedIn works on degrees of separation, allowing you to see the people you know and their immediate connections.
You mustn't be scared if you lack experience.
It can sometimes be the best tool in your arsenal if you know how to spin it.
This comes into use as you branch out into different sectors.
This is where you're going to discover what you enjoy.
You should cultivate that interest in able to be successful.
That doesn't mean you should stop being curious.
In fact, explore as many different arenas as possible, because well informed freelance writers are capable of not only interesting cocktail conversations but turning an innocent interview question into a freelance project.
By embracing the role of a writing handyman, you regularly convince friends and contacts that you can offer a fresh and varied perspective for every project.