Freelance Writing & Copywriting

Overview:
Freelance writing involves creating content for blogs, websites, ads, and businesses. Copywriting focuses on persuasive writing for sales, emails, and marketing campaigns.
Core Skills to Learn:
SEO Writing: Optimize content for search engines (keyword research, meta descriptions).
Content Types: Blogs, product descriptions, email sequences, and whitepapers.
Editing: Master grammar and style (AP Stylebook, Chicago Manual of Style).
Client Pitching: Craft proposals and negotiate rates.
Learning Resources:
Courses:SEO Writing Masterclass (Udemy).
Copywriting Secrets (Copyblogger Academy).
Books:Everybody Writes by Ann Handley.
The Copywriter’s Handbook by Robert Bly.
Tools:Grammarly (proofreading).
SurferSEO (content optimization).
Platforms to Earn:
Upwork (high-paying clients).
ProBlogger Job Board (writing gigs).
Contena (curated writing jobs).
Certifications:
HubSpot Content Marketing Certification (free).
American Writers & Artists Institute (AWAI).
Tips:
Charge per word (0.10–0.10–0.50) or project (100–100–500+).
Build a portfolio with Medium or a personal blog.