6 Writing Opportunities that Will Make You a Web Writer Today
By Rebecca Matter

To become a writer, you need to write every day.

But, what to write?

Really, you can write anything. There are lots of ways to practice your craft.

But, if you’re like me, your time is limited. And you want to write copy that you can actually use in your web-writing career.

So here are six opportunities that will not only get you writing, but will also give you practice as a web writer.

1. Write your own website.

   If you’re going to be a web writer, you’ll need a website. Plan out the pages you’ll need and start writing. Just remember, your prospect is a potential client. So keep your copy focused on what you can do for them!

2. Optimize your website.

   It’s the fastest way to get some practice doing SEO work on a website. Make sure you’re targeting the area where you want to work. For example, if you want to let businesses in your local area know you’re available to optimize their sites — make sure you use your geographic location as a keyword on your own site.

3. Start a blog.

   Blogging gives you the opportunity to write every day, as well as get even more practice with SEO. You can write a blog on web writing, or you can choose a passion that you have — like hiking, cooking, or conversational French.

   In addition to writing your own blog, start following other people’s blogs and make helpful comments. You’ll attract the attention of the blog owners and readers alike. If your comments are good, you may even be asked by other blog owners to become a contributor.

4. Write a special report you can give away on your website in exchange for a name and email address.

   The report doesn’t have to be long. Just think about something your potential clients would be interested in learning, and then write up a simple how-to report. Not only will the report give the potential client something of value, but it will also demonstrate your report-writing ability — then you can easily work report writing into their first project proposal as well.

5. Write a series of autoresponder emails you can send when people sign up.

   When people give you their name and email, they’re giving you permission to write to them. Use this opportunity to practice your autoresponder skills, by selling your web-writing services. Test a few variations and see which one generates the most interest.

6. Become an expert on the social networks.

   Along with networking, social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn give you the opportunity to demonstrate your expertise in any field you choose.

   Maybe you want to write website copy targeting pet owners. Or, you want to specialize in writing emails for supplement companies. Just sign for up a free account, connect with people who may be your potential clients, and start writing.

As a web writer, you’ll have to write. And these six opportunities not only give you something to write every day, they also show potential clients that you don’t just talk the talk.