Unlock Your Coding Potential: Earn an Extra $1000 This Month
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Chapter 1: The Booming Market for Coders
The demand for skilled developers is skyrocketing, presenting numerous high-paying prospects. Each day, countless companies seek talented individuals like you to create their technical content. The reason? They prefer not to distract their own developers from coding tasks.
Take a moment to examine the following:
Digital Ocean offers $300 for a single article, and then there's:
100ms pays $500 for each piece. With an average of eight hours dedicated to crafting one article, technical writing can yield higher earnings than a standard 9 to 5 coding job.
So how can you tap into this lucrative opportunity this month? Here’s a practical checklist:
Section 1.1: Identify Your Niche
Determine the technologies where your expertise lies. Are you adept in web development, DevOps, or coding productivity? Choose a subject you’re genuinely comfortable with, as lacking proficiency can hinder your writing and client acquisition. Steer clear of overly niche or trending topics; having a wealth of resources to reference is crucial for your writing.
Next, explore a fantastic resource called whopaystechnicalwriters, which lists over 90 companies and agencies ready to compensate you for your content.
Compile a list of potential writing clients by visiting each company that aligns with your skills. Create a list titled “My Writing Clients” to keep track.
Section 1.2: Research Potential Clients
Utilize Google to uncover additional opportunities. Search for phrases like “Best tech startups of the year,” “Most influential tech startups,” or “Top tech company blogs.” Your aim is to visit as many company websites as possible and identify those with technical blogs relevant to your abilities.
Ensure that the companies you consider are either well-established or rapidly growing, as they are more likely to invest in content marketing.
Chapter 2: Getting Started with Content Creation
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Now that you have your “My Writing Clients” list, select your first target.
If the company has a writing program:
- Visit the program's webpage and review their content requirements regarding word count, topics, and target audience.
- Analyze previously published articles to identify trends and gaps in content.
- Understand the company's products and audience to tailor your pitch effectively.
Craft a compelling pitch by submitting your article idea through their submission form.
If the company lacks a writing program:
- Conduct thorough research on the company, their products, and audience expectations.
- Identify potential article topics that could enhance their blog.
- Find a contact email using tools like Hunter or LinkedIn to reach the blog admin or content marketing manager.
- Your pitch should focus on contributing to their blog without initially discussing compensation.
As Michael Thompson suggests, your pitch might look like this:
“Hello [person’s name], I appreciate the work you’re doing on [company’s blog]. I noticed a gap regarding [article’s topic], which I believe would resonate with your audience. I’ve written an article on this topic and would love for you to consider publishing it. There’s no obligation, and if you enjoy it, we might discuss future collaboration.”
After sending your pitch, be prepared for a wait, as responses can take time. Remember, rejection is part of the journey.
If you secure a position in their writing program or establish a collaboration, congratulations! Many writing programs offer compensation ranging from $250 to $400 per article. Writing just four articles this month could net you around $1000.
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