5-step plan for getting paid to write

Starting out or leveling up… You can do this! [The Writer’ s Life]( July 21, 2023 "The vision must be followed by the venture. It is not enough to stare up the steps — we must step up the stairs." – Vance Havner Here we go, {NAME} … If you've yet to launch your writing business … or you're not thrilled with the one you have and want a "do-over" … Today, I'm going to give you a simple 5-step plan to get you moving. It's the same one used in our [Launch Your Writer's Life in a Day]( virtual training event … where we pull out all the stops — including bringing in our best business-building experts — to make it happen. Experts like Pam Foster, Russ Henneberry, Marcella Allison, Heather Robson, Nick Usborne, Ilise Benun, and more joined in with one solitary mission: to have you up and running your own writing business with a clear path to success … in a single day! And today only, you can get access for a CRAZY LOW price. [>> Check this out.]( As you'll see, it's nothing complicated. There's no "secret sauce." And you don't have to invest a lot of money to get started. You just need two things: - The ability to make some key decisions. - The ability to follow through on those decisions. Yes, that means there is work involved … But you're launching a writing business that could be your source of income for as long as you want it to be … So, it's worth the effort, right? Let's dive in … Step 1: Establish Your Proof of Concept The path to your writer's life is paved with numerous milestones all along the way. And a big one early on is your first monetary goal for your writing. This is not your financial goal for the year, or even the month … it's just a check with a number on it that will give you confidence and motivation to move forward. We call it your "proof of concept" because it proves to you that the copywriting opportunity is real and is a viable career path for you. Maybe it's $300 for a blog post you've written … Or receiving TWO $500 payments from the same client, solidifying your confidence that you're good at what you do. Or maybe it's a $1,500 retainer that allows you to obtain predictable income from your writing. There's no right answer — What number comes to mind? Don't second-guess it — just write it down … And then move on to the next step, so you can create a plan to achieve it … and grow it … in the coming months. Remember, it's all about decisions and follow through … Step 2: Determine the Service You'll Provide Now that you have your proof of concept — it's time to determine the BEST SKILL you can learn quickly to satisfy the goal. Notice I did not say services … we just need one skill to get that first paycheck. If your proof of concept is a simple $300 … $500 … even $1,000 … you'll be able to achieve it by writing a simple email series … blog posts … or an e-newsletter. Can you achieve it with other projects? Absolutely … If you've already acquired an in-demand writing skill … or you've purchased a training from AWAI that teaches you something other than the ones I listed above … by all means, go forward with it. Again, the goal here is decision and speed. But if you're just starting out and need help deciding on a skill, those are three projects you can learn to write — and get good at writing — fast. So, pick a project, get what you need to learn it, and move on to the next step … Step 3: Determine the Market You Will Serve Now that you've determined the writing skill you'll offer, it's time to think about who you want to write for … and what you want to write about. In other words — what market do you want to serve? The good news is — it can be about virtually anything, because there's not an industry, product, market, or "niche" in the world where copywriting doesn't come into play. But this step can be challenging for new writers — because with so many choices, it's easy to get stuck wondering which is the best niche for you. But, it's important to keep in mind, your niche is never "written in stone." We're just making a quick decision to achieve your proof of concept, so you can gain the confidence you need to keep going. You can always change down the road, 100% confident that any skills you'll have learned can easily be applied to any niche you ultimately decide on. Now that you have your (first!) niche, we can move on to something a lot of new writers should do, but don't … Step 4: Create Your Identity Statement You wouldn't open a small business in your hometown without putting up a sign that lets potential customers know what you're offering … And the same goes for your freelance writing business. Your identity statement is like your sign … It clearly and simply explains what you write, who you write for, and the value you bring. But it's as much for you as it is for the businesses and clients who will be looking to hire you … Because once you commit and self-identify as the professional you strive to be (even if you're just starting out) … You're far more likely to achieve your goal than had you not! It also gives you the confidence and clarity to move on to our final step … Step 5: Choose Your Plan for Landing Clients Of all the worries new writers have, landing that "first client" tops the list. So, the faster we get it done, the better … Because once you do it the first time, the mystique is gone, and you simply replicate the action again and again. Now there are literally dozens of ways to get clients ([we cover 26 ways here]() … It's built in to every training we teach here AWAI … AND we have a dedicated job board (WritersWanted.com) with thousands of job listings that comes free with almost every program we offer too. But the client-getting strategy that will work best for YOU is the one you'll actually do. 😉 My personal recommendation? LinkedIn … Over the past couple of years, it has become the #1 way for new writers to get clients. We have a [proven system for using LinkedIn]( in our catalog thanks to business-building expert Ilise Benun, and it's the method she'll be teaching [during the Launch Your Writer's Life in a Day event]( where you go pro in a day. But whether you use LinkedIn or one of the other 25 methods you'll find [here](, you'll want a plan you can use again and again to attract your ideal clients. Again, there's no "right answer" … so pick one to get started and see it through. And that's it! Like I said, no "secret sauce" … Just decision-making and taking action. Now, there's more that comes after, sure … And during Launch Your Writer's Life in a Day, you'll also learn about onboarding clients, so you handle projects like a pro … and give you an action plan you can follow for the next three months. ([More on all of that here.]() But even if you don't go through the training … You now have a framework for moving forward with your writing business. The keys to success are now decisiveness and taking action. If you get stuck at any stage, reach out. We're here, always ready to help! I hope you have a wonderful weekend … To your success, Rebecca Matter President AWAI LAST CHANCE: $11 today, $297 tomorrow When you grab a subscription to Barefoot Writer magazine by midnight, for only $11 … You'll get FREE access to our Making the Leap program, which takes you wherever you are today … And shows you exactly how to make a smooth transition to paid writing, so you'll have success right out of the gate. 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I wish I had done this a few years ago when I first started with AWAI, but I'm very grateful I'm doing it now." — Randy C. "The launch our business event has been a TREMENDOUS help. It brought everything together for me. I now feel I'm on my way!" — Judy K. "This has been wonderful! Thank you all for what you have given us." — Cheryl G. "This is great information. I really wasn't sure how to get started. I now see that I have a lot of choices related to my interests and experiences to write about it has really helped in making me believe this is possible!" — Lynn H. Now it's your turn! Experts like Pam Foster, Russ Henneberry, Marcella Allison, Heather Robson, Nick Usborne, Ilise Benun, and more have one solitary mission: To have you up and running your own writing business with a clear path to success … [Go check out all the details today — doors close at midnight!]( Have your own story to share? Email us at mysuccess@awai.com, or [post it over in the Facebook group](, so we can celebrate your win too! Attend the Copywriting Event of the Year! Your Bootcamp registration includes THREE FULL DAYS of learning what's working today from the most in-demand experts in the industry … Getting firsthand insights that will give you clarity and direction on how to build your business … Making connections with people who can help you grow and succeed … And having a ton of fun!! PLUS, you'll get FREE admission to our post-Bootcamp event: FastTrack to Copywriting Clients! [Get All The Details Here]( Full Access for Just $1!!! This free blueprint shows you how to make $2,500 to $8,000 a month as a writer. And for just a buck, you'll gain access to every resource you'll need to execute that blueprint. All the roadmaps … All the articles … All the how-to videos … All the training webinars … The member forum, the job board, the tutorials, the tools … All of it! 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