80 - 20 Lessons From Earning $20,050 in 30 Days (Pt. 3)

80 - 20 Lessons From Earning $20,050 in 30 Days (Pt. 3)

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach April 15, 2020 Duration: 18:59
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In this Writing Wednesday episode, I continue with part 3 of my 4 part series based off my recent episode How I Made $20,050 in 30 days of Writing. I recently wrote about this on Medium but wanted to dive deeper into each lesson so you know exactly how I was able to write that much, earn that much income and apply it to your own writing. 

5 More Insights So You Write Faster and Scale Your Freelance Income

In my first month as a freelance writer, I made $650. Nineteen months later, I made $20,050 in 30 days. In Episode 74 I talked about the first five lessons I learned during those 30 days, in Episode 77 I shared five more insights and today I have five more writing tips for you!

  1. Plan Your Days & Weeks
    One missed deadline could cost you a client and a lot of money in the long run. On Sunday night, plan out your week and be mindful of deadlines, writing time, editing time and self care time.

  2. Review Your Writing Outline Before Bed
    Instead of going to bed without any goals, always give your subconscious something to solve; you will be amazed that you often awake with an answer!

  3. Understand the Power of Context Switching
    While most of us wear busy as a badge of honor, jumping around from project to project is a massive waste of time. that context switching can kill up to 80% of your productive time!

  4. Get a Stand-Up Desk & Use Two Monitors
    Two monitors means you can write on one screen and have research or guidelines up on the other one.

  5. Raise Your Rates
    If you want to make more money and work fewer hours, charge higher rates. I see so many writers undervalue themselves and their work because they don't think anyone will hire them.

Stay tuned for the next 5 tips and if you implement these I would love to know!

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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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