Writing bad content<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nYou probably own a blog. If you haven’t set up one, then do so immediately. Poorly written content is one of the reasons why some writers aren’t landing clients.<\/p>\n
Trust me, no client likes to receive work that’s full of grammatical errors. They hate it when you do inadequate research. They abhor a writing style that doesn’t trigger their audience. Such a client will receive your work, ask for a few revisions if they’re not angry enough then disappear, never to be heard of again.<\/p>\n
Strive to write awesome content<\/a>, and your clients will stick to you like glue. They’ll always keep coming for more. What’s more, a good number will increase your rates.<\/p>\n\n- \n
Inconsistency<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nShow me a consistent writer and I’ll show you someone destined for greatness. One of the killers of many freelance careers is inconsistency. It’s a fact that no one loves to do the same thing over and over again.<\/p>\n
But history has shown that consistency pays. Famous athletes such as Eliud Kipchoge and Serena Williams have been the best in their careers for many years because of their consistency. They kept going, no matter what.<\/p>\n
It’s no different in the writing industry. If you write consistently you’ll not only improve your craft but also increase your chances of success. Didn’t someone say the harder you work the luckier you get?<\/p>\n
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Not establishing a routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nI must admit to finding it hard to follow a routine, though it’s a great way to stay on track. Almost all successful writers have a routine that they follow religiously. Some write daily at 6 AM. Others are comfortable writing in the afternoons. The night owls can’t write during the day.<\/p>\n
What happens when you don’t have a routine? You’ll struggle to find the perfect time to write. You’ll always be postponing. Just like that, days go by without writing anything. The desire to write fades.<\/p>\n
Having a routine is a great way to set a rhythm. Your body gets used to that routine. If you stick to it for a few weeks, you’ll never have to struggle with writer’s block.<\/p>\n
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Writing about anything and everything <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nOne of the beauties of freelance writing is the ability to write on almost anything under the sun and get paid for it. I’ve written countless articles on topics such as productivity, technology, fitness, nudism, art, and sports.<\/p>\n
The truth is, most clients are not looking for just any writer. They’re running a business and want to be industry leaders. Why would they want to hire a rookie writer like you? Well, you can argue that reading a few articles on the internet will help you write that article. But that’s not enough.<\/p>\n
Picking a niche<\/a>\u00a0means you’re dedicating a significant amount of time on it. You’re constantly writing and improving your knowledge of it. Eventually, you become an authority on that subject and attract more clients. You’re now known as Sarah the tech writer, or Jackson the fitness expert. You can comfortably increase your rates. Sounds good, right?<\/p>\n\n- \n
Thinking you know everything<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nOne thing I’ve discovered is that a freelance writer never stops learning. Just the other day I discovered I could send an invoice on Paypal, something that was staring at me the whole time. I also recently learned how to create a Linkedin banner on Canva<\/a>.<\/p>\nWhen you stop learning, you stop growing as a writer. Keep reading new stuff on a daily basis. In the process, you gain knowledge on your niche or on the industry as a whole. Moreover, you’ll acquire new skills which you can use to attract more clients.<\/p>\n
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Inconsistency<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Show me a consistent writer and I’ll show you someone destined for greatness. One of the killers of many freelance careers is inconsistency. It’s a fact that no one loves to do the same thing over and over again.<\/p>\n
But history has shown that consistency pays. Famous athletes such as Eliud Kipchoge and Serena Williams have been the best in their careers for many years because of their consistency. They kept going, no matter what.<\/p>\n
It’s no different in the writing industry. If you write consistently you’ll not only improve your craft but also increase your chances of success. Didn’t someone say the harder you work the luckier you get?<\/p>\n
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Not establishing a routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
I must admit to finding it hard to follow a routine, though it’s a great way to stay on track. Almost all successful writers have a routine that they follow religiously. Some write daily at 6 AM. Others are comfortable writing in the afternoons. The night owls can’t write during the day.<\/p>\n
What happens when you don’t have a routine? You’ll struggle to find the perfect time to write. You’ll always be postponing. Just like that, days go by without writing anything. The desire to write fades.<\/p>\n
Having a routine is a great way to set a rhythm. Your body gets used to that routine. If you stick to it for a few weeks, you’ll never have to struggle with writer’s block.<\/p>\n
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Writing about anything and everything <\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
One of the beauties of freelance writing is the ability to write on almost anything under the sun and get paid for it. I’ve written countless articles on topics such as productivity, technology, fitness, nudism, art, and sports.<\/p>\n
The truth is, most clients are not looking for just any writer. They’re running a business and want to be industry leaders. Why would they want to hire a rookie writer like you? Well, you can argue that reading a few articles on the internet will help you write that article. But that’s not enough.<\/p>\n
Picking a niche<\/a>\u00a0means you’re dedicating a significant amount of time on it. You’re constantly writing and improving your knowledge of it. Eventually, you become an authority on that subject and attract more clients. You’re now known as Sarah the tech writer, or Jackson the fitness expert. You can comfortably increase your rates. Sounds good, right?<\/p>\n
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Thinking you know everything<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
One thing I’ve discovered is that a freelance writer never stops learning. Just the other day I discovered I could send an invoice on Paypal, something that was staring at me the whole time. I also recently learned how to create a Linkedin banner on Canva<\/a>.<\/p>\n
When you stop learning, you stop growing as a writer. Keep reading new stuff on a daily basis. In the process, you gain knowledge on your niche or on the industry as a whole. Moreover, you’ll acquire new skills which you can use to attract more clients.<\/p>\n
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