Seeking Work From Home!!

So, you believe you have talent and skill and are entertaining the idea of freelance writing to bring in some extra income. Before you jump into the field of freelance writing it may be prudent to look at the advantages of a freelance writing career.

1. You are the boss. You decide what you want to write about and who you work with. Unlike a traditional work situation, you make the choice who is good to work with and who is not so good.
2. You can set your own schedule. You must make sure you meet deadlines, other than that it is up to you when to write.
3. Freelance writing is fun (most of the time anyway). Your title, “ Freelance Writer“ , “ Journalist“ , “ Contract Writer“ , “ Entreprenurial Writer“ , (or whatever other title you want to use), can gain you entrance into many places the average person never sees. You get the interview amazing people, either in person, by phone, or even by e-mail.
4. You get paid for your work and get lots of mail. Through the periodicals and newsletters etc. that you subscribe to, you can get loads of information. Don’ t forget the checks that arrive via mail (this is quite exciting once they start arriving).
5. Savings on expenses and reduce stress. There is no need to race around in the mornings frantically trying to get ready to go to work. Because you work from home, there is no traffic to fight to get to the office. You reduce the wear and tear on your vehicle, gas and oil and other related expenses of maintaining a vehicle for use each day. There is also a reduction in your clothing budget. You can wear whatever you like except when doing a face to face interview (you will need to dress up for these).
6. Enjoy more time with family. As long as you meet your deadlines, you can take time to care for sick family members or even plan a family vacation whenever you want to. You decide when to work and when to spend time with your family.
7. There is recognition gained through your work. Your name is visible for all to see with the publication of your very first article or book. This is a thrilling experience. Fan letters start to come in. If you have written a book, other writers can read and review it (hopefully favourably).
8. Success can often come fast. You may not have to wait long at all for good assignments, of course, there is always a chance you may need to struggle for several years before you become successful.
9. You create your own work environment. The choice is yours on how you want your office to look. If you want tons of plants hanging around, go ahead and have them. Do you like to listen to rock music while you work? When working from your own home office you can. No one will be able to stop you from doing it.
10. You get the opportunity to let your creativity flow. Writers come up with new ideas or new ways of looking at things.
11. Writers can change lives. Words are powerful and a story you do on one persons success may encourage someone else to make changes in their lives so they too can be successful.These are the advantages to a freelance writing career. You may be able to think of some others on your own that would be unique to you and your circumstances.Along with advantages, to freelance writing, there are disadvantages which will be discussed next time.Have a great weekend!

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