105: 30 Day Plan to Make Your First $1,000 Freelance Writing

105: 30 Day Plan to Make Your First $1,000 Freelance Writing

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach July 1, 2020 Duration: 23:56

In this writing Wednesday edition of Inspire Your Success podcast, I break down a 4-week, 30 day plan to earn your first $1,000 writing. 

If you've been struggling to hit your freelancing goals, you'll love this one.

30-Day Plan to Make Your First $1,000 Writing​

All it takes is one person to say yes.

As soon as one client hires you to write content online, everything can change. The amount of money doesn't matter either because getting paid to write words online is a magical feeling.

My first freelance writing gig was back in 2017 when I got paid $30 to write about golf from a guy on Upwork. I remember the surge of dopamine flooding through my body when the invoice was paid.

Even though I was making six figures before I quit my job to blog, that $30 proved to me that I could make money freelancing. Because if you can get one person to say yes then you can get a lot more.

Because even during the chaotic times that we're in right now, you can still make money writing. None of my clients have stopped since the lockdown and people are still pumping out content.

Sadly, so many writers never get off the starting line and never get to experience what it's like to get paid to write about your passion.

To help you, I created a bulletproof four-week action plan. Follow the steps below to hit the ground running and take action on being a well-paid freelance writer.

Read the full story on Medium: https://medium.com/better-marketing/30-day-action-plan-to-make-1-000-as-a-freelance-writer-66013afa4ae0?source=friends_link&sk=eb5f0222cfaa8a956d759ff26e4c6b6e


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Michael Leonard was a professional copywriter earning a solid salary before he walked away from that career in 2017. With no safety net, he built a thriving online writing business from the ground up. In his Inspire Your Success podcast, he gets into the real work behind that transition, moving beyond simple inspiration to offer a practical roadmap. Each conversation is grounded in his experience as a freelance writing coach, focusing on the actionable steps needed to build a sustainable independent career. You’ll hear honest discussions about the mental shifts required to leave a traditional job, the systems that actually generate income, and how to navigate the common pitfalls of entrepreneurship. This isn't about vague motivational talk; it's a detailed look at creating a business that affords more freedom, whether that means paying off debt, traveling, or simply designing a life with more flexibility. Tune in for a blend of strategic business advice and personal development insights, all drawn from Michael’s own journey from a structured 9-5 to successful self-employment. The podcast serves as a direct mentorship for anyone feeling stuck, providing the tangible tools and mindset needed to turn professional aspirations into a working reality.
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