I spend a lot of time lurking on WAHM and parenting forums, and I often see people asking the same question – where do I begin to get paid for my writing?

For me, it was a lot easier than I expected it to be. I’ll explain the process to you, and maybe you can get started working at home, as well.

First, you’ll need to work up some writing samples. A sample article, at the very least. A good way to do this, and earn some money at the same time, is to sign up with Associated Content, and then refer potential clients to your Content Producer Page.

Next, decide what your rates will be. Set up a free blog with blogger or wordpress, explaining the business you’re started, your rates, and showing samples of your work.

Then, post on forums such as www.warriorforum.com, explaining that you’re a writer wanting to get started. If necessary, offer your work for free or very cheaply. This will allow people to try you out. Ask them for testimonials, which you can then add t o your site. Overdeliver to these clients, and they’ll continue to come back to you for their writing needs.

Wash, Rinse, Repeat!

Can you string an interesting sentence together?

Is being able to write for money your dream job?

Can you use correct English grammar?

If so, writing web content might be for you.

There are many marketers on the web looking for people to write for them. These marketers are often willing to outsource work that they don’t have time to do, for a fee.

Here are some examples of this type of site. All are free to join.

www.guru.com

www.constant-content.com

www.elance.com

There are also sites such as www.associatedcontent.com , that pay you for your original articles. Associated Content accepts articles on a variety of topics: how to’s , restaurant reviews, opinion, book and movie reviews. They pay from $3 – $21, through your paypal account. I generally make from $8.00 to $11.00 for an article, and depending on the topic can write one to two an hour. Most importantly, AC is free to join.