I strongly believe in finding a career that is both profitable and fun. In other words, you should strive to earn a good living with a smile on your face. Is this what freelance writing brings to your life? If so, you may have found your calling.
Money is important, but it is not everything. Working as a freelance writer will begin to get old soon enough if you are not having a good time. There are a lot of jobs out there that pay very well, but not all of them are going to be enjoyable. It should be your goal to find something that will keep you excited and motivated, while also paying you what you deserve.
The reasons why freelance writing is fun for me may be different than the way you look at things. I love this career because writing gets my blood flowing. It is something I have enjoyed for many years, and I do not ever see that changing. Along with this, it is an interesting career path that helps me learn a lot while connecting with many other like minded professionals. When you put all of this together it is easy to see why I find freelance writing to be so much fun.
If you are a freelance writer who does not have fun with their career, it may be time to make a change. Only you know how you feel and if changing careers could better your life. Be objective. Is freelance writing still fun for you?
One of the quickest ways to “kill†your day as a freelance writer is to get distracted. There is nothing worse than getting off track when you are trying to get something done. Fortunately, there are things you can do to avoid distractions. There is no way of totally doing this, but anything that helps your situation is better than nothing at all.
1. Get your own space. When you have a dedicated workspace there is less chance that you will be distracted by anybody else who lives in your home. Even if you work in a closet it is better than being at a kitchen table or anywhere else that is out in the open.
2. Tell those around you that you are working. Sometimes all you have to do is let your family know that you are working in order to get the time needed to complete the tasks at hand. Soon enough they will get a feel for when you are working and when you can be bothered.
3. Have a schedule and follow it no matter what happens. There are going to be times when distractions come into play. The best thing you can do is set a schedule, follow it, and try to avoid anything that is going to hold you back. This is not always simple to do, but if you know your schedule it is at least possible.
Distractions are a pet peeve of mine. When I am working I like to stay involved until the job is finished. The tips above have helped me over the years. Can they do anything for you?Â
As a freelance writer it is often times entirely too easy to settle into a groove. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can be if you begin to avoid change at all costs. There are sure to be times when a change here and there is a good thing. It is your job as a freelance writer to decide when these times are, and then deal with them accordingly.
If you need a little push, consider these changes that I and many others have made over the years:
1. Change your hours. Have you been sleeping in too late? Working into the evening when you shouldn’t be? If you want to change your career this is one of the easiest ways of doing so. I have found that a change to my working schedule is a great way to increase energy and productivity.
2. Change your rates. Obviously, this is something you have to be very careful about. Changing your rates is not something that you do on a whim; this needs to be a calculated decision. Although this type of change can be difficult to make, it is one that can greatly increase your freelance writing income and in some cases help you attract more clients.
3. Change your marketing approach. I strongly suggest that you consider this point if you are not finding enough work or have hit a rut. Sometimes adding a new component to your marketing strategy can give your career a huge boost.Â
Are you the type of freelance writer who thinks that all change is bad? If so, consider the above information. Hopefully you will begin to see that some changes can work in your favor.
