71: How I Made $20,050 Writing in 30 Days

71: How I Made $20,050 Writing in 30 Days

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach March 25, 2020 Duration: 28:19

How I Had My Best Freelance Writing Month Ever

If you can cultivate and develop your writing skills, you can get paid very, very well as a writer. When I quit my nine to five, I had a goal to make $11,000 in one month. I was able to surpass that goal in September 2019, and make over $20,000 in a month. Here is how I did that:

1. Easy Webinar Client- $4,653
2. Golf Writing Client – $1,155
3. Golf Writing Client – $352
4. Financial Advisor Client – $320
5. Entrepreneur Client – $13,410
6. Affiliate Income on Medium– $160

What I Got Paid to Write

There is a variety of content that you can get paid to write! During my best month of freelance writing, it was all these pieces of content writing that led to success:

  • Blog Post Writing
  • E-Books
  • Podcast Scripts
  •  Online Course Modules
  • Website Copy
  • Speech Writing

Where to Find New Writing Jobs

Freelance writing is easy to scale, but you must continually pitch new clients. Here are a variety of ways I have found writing clients:

1. Upwork
2. Writing Job Boards (Pro Blogger, etc.)
3. Cold Pitching
4. LinkedIn
5. Instagram

There are a variety of ways to make money writing, a variety of topics that people will pay you to write about and multiple ways to find clients. Freelance writing is the best way to make money writing online. 

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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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