Ep 86: Making Money As a Writer Online

Welcome back to the podcast with your host, Dean Seddon. Today's focus is on unravelling the mystery on how to make money online as a writer. Online writing has experienced an unprecedented boom, leaving many wondering, "How do these people actually make money?" Together, we dive into different ways of monetizing online content and discuss the best practices employed by the most successful people in this space.

You'll learn about two primary revenue models to monetize online writing; the back-end model and the front-end model. Both have their nuances, but the difference is essentially who pays and who benefits from your writing - the audience or the sponsor brands. We go through step-by-step how each model works and how beginners and experienced writers can navigate these paths to financial success.

Writing online can muster more than generating income from blogs, tweets, and more traditional methods. We're talking online courses, templates, masterclasses - knowledge is a valuable commodity that has thrived for centuries, and the digital age has breathed new life into this trade.

What's the secret? Dean shares a comprehensive plan – from defining what to sell, creating the right content, building an email list, and best leveraging social media. Learn how these components work, how they connect, and how they can be maximized.

Success is not without work. With a realistic approach and perseverance, you can build a loyal audience and eventually transition into more comfortable and lucrative prospects. The podcast wraps by discussing the challenges and setbacks that you may face and how to overcome them for a thriving writing business that earns.

In the end, we emphasize the need for commitment, dedication, and consistency in this liberating journey towards financial freedom. The digital world is overflowing with opportunity – it's the perfect time to start your online writing venture!