Online Article Writers Tips - Remember Why You Write

Write with Enthusiasm

Jaipi Sixbear
Why do you write? If it isn't because you enjoy it, you're in the wrong line of work. Online article writers can get wrapped up in the money, fame and fortune. Don't laugh. It's possible to make a good living doing this. It does take time to build your reputation, though. So, if you're not writing because you love it, consider another career. If you love it, these tips can help.

You have to build a following. If you're not enthusiastic about writing, it will show in your work. Your true feeling about what you're writing will shine a light for all to see. If you want that light to draw people in, you have to mean it. If you're writing something you believe in (and are enthused about) you will draw readers like flies.

Stop trudging through articles. Drudgery begets drudgery. Accepting articles based on payment amounts is self defeating. Remember why you write. When I first started writing, I made the mistake of choosing high paying assignments, regardless of subject matter. Since then, I've learned that any article can make you good money in page views if you know and love the subject.

Take a break (or two or three). Why did you choose online article writing as a career? For me it was about getting out of the 9-5 rut and doing something I love. If you turn writing into the same job you left, you may as well not even bother. I write when the words are flowing. In some respects, I treat it like a real job. The difference? I work steadily on the four days a week when I feel the writing urge.

Don't force it. Your readers will know. You're sitting at the computer and nothing is happening. Your assignment is due in an hour. What do you do? Walk away for a few minutes. You can't force writing. It's not like a conventional job. Next time you have an assignment, give yourself plenty of time to complete it, unless you are feeling the urge to tackle it then and there. Writers are word artists. Your mood will show in your work.

Smile. Sometimes that's all it takes. Keep a vision of the reason you write in your head at all times. Remember all the great things about working at home and doing what you love. Carry that feeling into your writing. Soon your fingers will be flying over the keys. Keeping a happy, positive outlook is the greatest motivator for online article writers and everyone else. Remember why you write now? It's the greatest job in the world.

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Source:

Personal Experience

Published by Jaipi Sixbear - Featured Contributor in Lifestyle

This award winning web writer is co-owner of several writing websites. She's a featured parenting contributor on Yahoo! Shine and Yahoo! Voices. She enjoys helping fellow writers maintain a positive mindset...  View profile

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  • Jaipi Sixbear7/5/2011

    Thanks everyone!

  • Ayanna Guyhto6/30/2011

    This is a fabulous article, packed with great advice!

  • Wendy Dawn6/30/2011

    This is a great article.

  • Dina Montgomery6/30/2011

    I have to agree 110% ((((hugs)))) :o)

  • Jolie du Pre6/30/2011

    So true! Writing is ALL I want to do when it comes to paying work. I worked a bunch of jobs I hated until I found the one I love. I feel sorry for people who never find what they love. I quit working for a boss, took a chance and now - here I am. I'm living my dream!

  • LG Crabtree4/28/2011

    Thanks for reminding me that writing is about passion first.

  • Michele Starkey4/28/2011

    Nicely done, if you don't enjoy it - that will shine thru! cheers :)

  • Sherri Granato4/27/2011

    Good points.

  • Dina Sullivan4/27/2011

    Love Love Love this, thank you Jaipi... :o)

  • Charlotte Kuchinsky4/27/2011

    I always do.

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