When I tell people what I do for a living, I can tell by the look on their face those who are impressed by the intrigue of freelance writing. Writing for a living has been a dream of mine for quite some time. When I first learned of a corporate downsizing at the company I worked at for 20 years, I was thrilled because I knew it meant finally being able to follow the dream.
Many writers work part time while they are establishing themselves in the field.
Others take the plunge all at once like I did and never look back. For the whole year prior to my last day in the corporate world, I began researching the world of freelance writing. I read all the books I could get my hands on and visited all the websites I could find dedicated to the art of freelance writing. In this series of writing tips, I will share with you things I learned from the books, internet and others on my journey to becoming a freelance writer. Look for opportunities within your community or business.