Why I Write for a Living?

Nov 15, 2004

A simple answer could be that I “love” writing. I’m very happy when I’m writing. Whenever I have to write something challenging, something result-oriented, it gives me an adrenaline rush. I feel confident and I can convey eloquently without going overboard. But there is more to it. I not only write, I’m a freelancer. I do website content writing and copywriting as a freelancer. The word “freelancing” gives shudders to many people, who are happy well-cushioned in their non-inspiring 9-5 jobs.

I don’t “have” a job. I always have to look for it. It’s like you are appearing for an interview on a daily basis. My livelihood depends on my ability to sell my skill. On a regular basis I have to convince people that yes, I can do their job, and I can do it well. And above all, I have to deliver. Many clients like to pay me when my work begins to pay them. Does this make me jittery? No it doesn’t. It makes me confident. It pushes me to work harder, to give more than 100%. This way, I only get what I deserve. This gives me immense satisfaction. The more I work, the more I excel in my field. The more I excel, the more work I get. It makes a beautiful cycle.

A while ago I added Nick Usborne’s article: 5 Reasons Why I Write for a Living. In this article he talks about why he writes and why he likes to work on his own. There are pros and cons, but by the end of the day, given a choice, he’ll always chose freelance writing over a regular job.

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