This checklist is designed to help you make sure you’ve covered all the bases.
[] I’ve chosen my writing specialty. I will specialize in:
[] A writing industry like pet care, health and wellness, or home repair
[] A content format like copywriting, article writing, ghost writing or blogging
[] A combination of industry and format
[] Other________________
[] I’ve created a business vision. I know:
[] How many hours I want to work
[] How much money I want to make
[] What my ideal client looks like
[] How much demand and supply there is for my writing niche/specialty
[] Other________________
[] I’ve created my business plan. I’ve outlined:
[] My business vision and mission
[] My business description
[] My competition
[] My audience/prospects
[] My policies and procedures - operations
[] My marketing strategy
[] Other_______________
[] I’ve created my website. I’ve included a:
[] Landing page
[] Rates
[] About Me
[] Portfolio
[] Services
[] Policies and procedures
[] Contact form or information
[] Testimonials
[] Other________________
[] I’ve created a support system to ensure I succeed
[] I have a plan to get writing experience
[] I’ve created an effective home office
[] I’ve registered my business
[] I’ve opened a business bank account
[] I’ve taken care of insurance, licenses, registrations and other documents required by my state/city/region
[] I’ve created a comprehensive marketing strategy. It includes:
[] Email marketing
[] SEO
[] Content marketing
[] Networking
[] Advertising
[] Other_____________
[] I’ve explored passive income opportunities
[] I’ve explored options to fill in the gaps in my schedule
[] I’ve created a plan to become a credible authority in my field
Conclusion
You now have the tools and resources to start your own writing business. The first step is to visualize your ideal business. What do you want to do and how will you make money?
Then, create a plan to make it happen. There’s competition to be sure. There’s also demand. Create a professional and reputable business. Establish yourself as a reliable provider and a trusted expert and you’ll have clients knocking on your door. You’ll have a full schedule and you’ll be living the life you dreamed of – the writer’s life.
Congratulations!
We hope you have enjoyed The Writing Cash Program. If you have followed each step of the program, then you are well on your way to online success! If you skipped any steps, you should go back and complete them to ensure that you are maximizing your efforts.
Keep learning!
It may take several months to learn about and implement each of these steps. Do it in small steps. Again, don't make the mistake of trying to do it all at once. You will become overwhelmed, and will accomplish less then you would if you just did it slowly.
Thanks again and we wish you the best!
