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How to become a content writer with no experience?
Introduction
A good content must be relevant, creates a relationship with its readers, builds trust and credibility, and is high-quality which then turns to income.
Because of the emergence of digital publications, many corporate leaders found this a popular way to promote, share and present their business. This is where the role of a content writer takes place as they have to make sure to help improve and show the image of the brand.
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Defining a Content Writer.
- A content writer showcases a brand through creating or writing relatable and relevant pieces of information to engage with its audience.
- They are accountable for writing information in one's blog, social media account, newsletter, whitepaper, e-book or even brochure.
- Content writers contribute in marketing teams in which they come up with creative and compelling stories.
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"Your blog is more than just a place to showcase your work, it is also a way to market yourself as a writer."
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5 Steps to become a Content Writer
- Dive in Learning
- Identify your Niche
- Maximize Online Presence
- Build a Portfolio
- Start Pitching
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1. Dive in Learning
- Start practicing writing daily for at least an hour build a habit.
- Do research, craft a story, proofread it.
- You may enroll in free classes in Hubspot Academy, LinkedIn Learning or Skillshare.
- Use websites such as Grammarly or Thesaurus to help you find the right words.
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2. Identify your Niche
- Start with a topic you are passionate about.
- You can also focus on case studies, blog posts or whitepapers.
- Joining writing communities.
- Keep your eyes open for opportunities that match your interests.
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3. Maximize Online Presence
- You can start publishing your work in platforms such as Medium or LinkedIn.
- Publish your work to allow people to see what you can do, how well you do it and what are your areas of expertise.
- Starting a blog is another way to establish yourself as an expert.
- Write at least one article per week and actively share.
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4. Build a Portfolio
- Having a strong portfolio allows you to have more chances to earn a gig.
- May include articles, social media captions and so on.
- Tip: Employers seek content writers who don't just write well, but can also create compelling stories.
- Within this career progression, you could become an editor, UX (User Experience) Writer, SEO Content writer or even a copywriter.
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5. Start Pitching
- Start with making a list of websites that may be potentially interested in a topic you cover.
- Contact the editor and pitch your idea and explain why the audience would be interested.
- Focus on building connections and receiving positive reviews.
- Guest posting on blogs and websites with an established audience is another way to get exposure and build trust with potential clients.
- For a beginner, this is a chance to show your skills and learn from someone more experience.
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Goals of a Content Writer
- To get audiences to take chance on a specific product.
- Create a purpose and value around the product or brand.
- Plays a critical role in turning curious visitors to loyal customers by pushing out first-rate content.
- They create, manage, distribute content
- Ensures that this content is optimized for search engines in order to drive traffic to the site.
- Must know to identify a customer's problem and resolve with a solution.
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CURATOR'S NOTE
In this generation where knowledge is in our fingerprints, behind every blog, information or brand marketing, is a content writer. Perhaps content writing is a freelancing job for you?
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