7 WAYS OF FINDING WORK ONLINE FOR A BEGINNER.
Do you have an interest in working online? Is the job market too crowded for you? Well, here are a few tips on how you can find jobs online.
- Get in touch with clients directly
First you will need to locate your clients. Customers can be bloggers, businesses both small and big, entrepreneurs and companies. Afterwards, prepare a good pitch and in it include who you are, services to offer and how you found out about them, then send it.
One of the best and easiest ways to land outstanding quality online jobs is by responding to job ads. It helps you as a new writer build up confidence. It is advisable to start with free jobs ads. This is because most of them will not ask for previous work or star ratings. While at it, pay keen attention to sites that pay writers. Some provide tests done which then qualify you to join as a member. It is a very lucrative opportunity since one can secure consistent jobs.
- Use your social media channels
Social media has made work-life much easier. All you need to do is advertise that you are for hire in all your handles. This makes it possible for prospects to consider you. Another way to maximum the use of your channels is by following writers, clients on their social media pages. Like and comment on their stories (relevant to online writing jobs). Start a conversation with them and re-tweet for more exposure.
- Connect and bond with other writers
Just like they say it, two heads are better than one. Reaching out to other writers can increase your chances of finding a job. If possible, email them with your best work and offer to help with their work. Do not mind work with no pay for as long as you have time to show your skills. Interacting with them frequently helps you get insight on what to do, and with time they can as well refer work to you.
- Begin with what's available
Just like one would search the location of an area on Google and follow the instructions given, search for jobs online and read through what is available. Many will offer loads of work with little pay and as a beginner, choosing might not be the best of ideas. This presents you with great exposure and learning opportunities.
- Ask around from friends, family
This may sound impractical, but it is effortless since you won’t need to pitch to anyone. Again, you only know when you ask. Join groups, this can help you secure beginner samples as a new writer. It is possible that you may find another writer or client.
Definitely, the happier a client is, the better the chances of being assigned more jobs. When possible to make more time to do more work for your clients. This makes you a first choice to work on assignments. Remember to deliver quality work with impressive content.