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12 years ago

As much as I like to work online, you brought up some thing I've never really thought about doing (Squidoo lenses for people to be specific). It's also nice to read short blurbs like this where people are successful! Thanks Bill!

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Tadresources

12 years ago

Great post! That's great that you've found a way that works for you. I didn't realize that Squidoo pages were in such demand, that's great.

Keep up the good work!

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

I'm not saying they're in high demand..lol. I just found people who were looking for them. That's all.

If you have a skill set, use it. That's my point.

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IMHunter

12 years ago

Excellent advice Bill! Freelancing and Providing Services is the fastest way to make some cash.

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dave_hermansen

12 years ago

That's awesome Bill.. Congrats!!

BTW, I just shot you a PM about doing work like that for me. I am always looking for good content writers!

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OhioWriter

12 years ago

I've had mild success doing the same type of things, but I just can't seem to find people who need a constant flow of writing. They seem to be few and far between these days.

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

Originally Posted by OhioWriter

I've had mild success doing the same type of things, but I just can't seem to find people who need a constant flow of writing. They seem to be few and far between these days.

I don't want to bash you, but content is very much in demand. Perhaps, your clients weren't too thrilled by your work or maybe you just aren't looking hard enough.

Good content will always be in demand online...at least in my opinion.

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OhioWriter

12 years ago

Originally Posted by Bill_Lawrence

I don't want to bash you, but content is very much in demand. Perhaps, your clients weren't too thrilled by your work or maybe you just aren't looking hard enough.

Good content will always be in demand online...at least in my opinion.

I get outstanding reviews. It just seems like everyone wants to hire the cheapest person for the most part. So I guess it comes down to not looking in the right places. However, each time I've gone into that Warrior section, I completely strike out and don't even get a response.

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Miguelito203

12 years ago

Originally Posted by OhioWriter

I get outstanding reviews. It just seems like everyone wants to hire the cheapest person for the most part. So I guess it comes down to not looking in the right places. However, each time I've gone into that Warrior section, I completely strike out and don't even get a response.

Have you tried elance.com?

Joey

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salegurus

12 years ago

Great Post OP
Unfortunately most of the 'need money fast' threads are started by dreamers who want it by tomorrow...

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hiran

12 years ago

Mr. Bill
Sorry I could not reply to the message because of a few posts

Mr. Bill
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RyanLewis

12 years ago

This post is excellent for motivation. Most people want things handed to them. If you want to survive in IM, you have to have the willingness to take action. You seem to have it mastered. Congrats on your success. I admire your drive.

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NoviIM

12 years ago

Hey Bill this is a great post and a great lesson. In order to see success with your online business you can't just wait for the money to fall in your lap. You have to be persistent in your planning and actually taking action with what you mapped out!
Great to see you having success!

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

See that little guy in the picture below my name....that's the only motivation I need. When I don't feel like doing anything, I look at him.

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

This is just a stepping stone to something I should did a long time ago.

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socialbookmark

12 years ago

I have three questions:
1. What are your services? Please explain them clearly. Do you find keywords? Do you write articles? Optimize them for Google? and ...?
2. How much do you ask for your services?
3. Why don't you do these for yourself to make money?

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

Originally Posted by socialbookmark

I have three questions:
1. What are your services? Please explain them clearly. Do you find keywords? Do you write articles? Optimize them for Google? and ...?
2. How much do you ask for your services?
3. Why don't you do these for yourself to make money?

I find the keywords for your lens. I write the introduction. I do create lenses for myself. I never stated I didn't. If you look at my signature you will see that the first link there provides you with all the detail.

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

Hiran,

Can you email me? Backlinkserv330 @ Yahoo.com

I'm not sure if email addresses are permitted here so please excuse me.

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Michael Franklin

12 years ago

Bill,

First off, great work! Facebook and Twitter is a great source of business. I tell people all the time that if they really want to boost their offline services/freelancing, just do simple twitter searches and offer your services....

Use the strings "How can I", "I need" or "Looking for" and add to it the services that you are offering, such as:

"how can i" "article"

OR

"looking for" "backlinks"

OR

"I need" "squidoo lens"

People spill their guts over everything on Twitter, especially their problems that they need solved.....

Use the above search strings....Go solve their problems and get $$$!

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OhioWriter

12 years ago

Originally Posted by Michael Franklin

Bill,

First off, great work! Facebook and Twitter is a great source of business. I tell people all the time that if they really want to boost their offline services/freelancing, just do simple twitter searches and offer your services....

Use the strings "How can I", "I need" or "Looking for" and add to it the services that you are offering, such as:

"how can i" "article"

OR

"looking for" "backlinks"

OR

"I need" "squidoo lens"

People spill their guts over everything on Twitter, especially their problems that they need solved.....

Use the above search strings....Go solve their problems and get $$$!

Spam, other service provider, freelancer ads for ridiculously low rates, spam, elance ads for ridiculously low rates.

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Michael Franklin 12 years ago

Originally Posted by OhioWriter

Spam, other service provider, freelancer ads for ridiculously low rates, spam, elance ads for ridiculously low rates.

Yes, you have to cut through the clutter but you will find people looking for such services as well.
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- OhioWriter 12 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by Michael Franklin
  
  Yes, you have to cut through the clutter but you will find people looking for such services as well.
  
  I'm sorry, that whole idea just seems way too spammy to me. I get stupid spam replies on Twitter all the time. I know a buddy who had tax problems and all of a sudden 100 tweets were offering up services.
  
  That type of searching for jobs should be reserved for the bottom of the barrel. If someone wants actual writing that's worth something, they'll find it.
  
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JE Publishing

12 years ago

Nice post its always good to here some positive+motivating talk.
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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

Just reading this forum is amazing. If you aren't making any money online, I'm guessing that part of the problem is that you haven't really searched for answers or maybe you just haven't taken the time to test things to see if they actually work.

As long as there's webmasters, there's work to be had. If you don't have a skill set, learn. This forum is a goldmine.

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Jas Kaur

12 years ago

Thanks for your post Bill.

Nice reminder that you gotta be out there hustling and taking action if you want to make it online...

I'm off now to hustle too..

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Long Beach Nathan

12 years ago

I agree, Bill. The money is out there for any people like us, who offer content writing services!

Originally Posted by Michael Franklin

Bill,

First off, great work! Facebook and Twitter is a great source of business. I tell people all the time that if they really want to boost their offline services/freelancing, just do simple twitter searches and offer your services....

Use the strings "How can I", "I need" or "Looking for" and add to it the services that you are offering, such as:

"how can i" "article"

OR

"looking for" "backlinks"

OR

"I need" "squidoo lens"

People spill their guts over everything on Twitter, especially their problems that they need solved.....

Use the above search strings....Go solve their problems and get $$$!

I thought of doing this, but the only problem with it is that I'd imagine Twitter users would see this as spamming. However, an alternative might be to follow these users and then when they come to your page to see if they want to follow you back, they'll see your description where you offer your services

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OhioWriter 12 years ago

Originally Posted by Long Beach Nathan

I agree, Bill. The money is out there for any people like us, who offer content writing services!

Either Long Beach, California all of a sudden became the most affordable city in the world, or you are the fastest (without sacrificing quality) writer ever. $10 per 1000 words is fast food working rates for someone in the USA.
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- deejones 12 years ago
  
  Thanks for this post, Bill. It's got me thinking.
  
  I've actually built and sold some Squidoo lenses. But, for whatever reason, I didn't really take it much farther than those sales. You've got me re-thinking that decision.
  
  And I think Squidoo lenses are more in demand now than they might have been a year or so ago.
  
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Marsala

12 years ago

I didn't even think of looking on Facebook and Twitter to find clients. I just keep on learning more and more on WF. Thanks for the tip.

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Mike Long

12 years ago

OhioWriter,

You simply must get out of the IM niche if you want to start earning better money with more long term clients. They're out there. Here's a few examples:

For more options, check out Tom Ewer at LeavingWorkBehind.com and search for his Freelance articles. He gives away info for free that he should absolutely be charging for!

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OhioWriter

12 years ago

Originally Posted by Mike Long

OhioWriter,

You simply must get out of the IM niche if you want to start earning better money with more long term clients. They're out there. Here's a few examples:

For more options, check out Tom Ewer at LeavingWorkBehind.com and search for his Freelance articles. He gives away info for free that he should absolutely be charging for!

-Mike

Great information truly does still exist on here. Thanks for the tips!

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jbrownmarketing

12 years ago

Your example shows that you can find a million ways to make money you just have to be willing to hustle. Like you said its a means to an end and you have to still be focused on your main goal.

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hiran

12 years ago

Mr. Bill
Were you add to Yahoo

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Long Beach Nathan

12 years ago

Originally Posted by OhioWriter

Either Long Beach, California all of a sudden became the most affordable city in the world, or you are the fastest (without sacrificing quality) writer ever. $10 per 1000 words is fast food working rates for someone in the USA.

I take my time and make sure the article is up to par

As far as my rates, I've tried to make them a little competitive. From what I've seen of my competition, I think my prices are reasonably affordable without being ridiculously low.

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cashp0wer 12 years ago

Great post Bill and sounds like you've got a smart head on your shoulders. You are exactly right. If you have a service to offer there is someone out there that needs it and you can make money.
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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

yes, I will be back on yahoo shortly.

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Bill_Lawrence

12 years ago

Also, facebook groups is a good source to find clients. Don't spam!

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Des Lau

12 years ago

Great tips

It is often that we onliners take our skills for granted, and alot of the offline world do not have a clue about how to do stuff we know and have learned everyday.

Find a service/skill and market yourself!

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Randall Magwood

12 years ago

Great insights on going out and finding prospects and potential buyers for your business. Plus, cool unconventional ways to make money online.

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ZerosToHero

12 years ago

Bill,

I thought you were making good money submitting articles to EZA? Did the Panda Update hurt your business last year?

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Bill_Lawrence 12 years ago

Originally Posted by JamesAggie

Bill,

I thought you were making good money submitting articles to EZA? Did the Panda Update hurt your business last year?

Actually, I stopped submitting to EZA. I pursued something else. I'm not a fan of EZA anymore. I'd rather use Squidoo and my own blog or website.
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dreamtoreality

12 years ago

This is great advice. I have been working my ass off for the past few days writing 500 word articles for $2.43 a pop. My goal is to write 30 high quality articles to enable me to reach the required level where I can quadruple my pay. With only 2 more articles to go, this will soon turn into a reality. When this happens, I will be able to earn a decent hourly wage.

Is it hard work? Of course it is. Is it fun? Well, I do enjoy writing, but at the moment I would not call it fun. I need money therefore I am prepared to work 10 hours a day to get it.

The most important thing and what people repeatedly fail to do is take action.

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GrandmaSue

12 years ago

Great advice. I've worked as a freelancer for a while for various clients, and I have learned a lot about internet marketing from doing this kind of work. I use my freelancing income to pay for my IM endeavors - but I also consider it a valuable learning experience in IM as well!

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MarvinRivera

12 years ago

Nice, that's the easiest way to have a cash fast. and don't just offer services blindly. train yourself to improve and you will find it easier to close deals with someone. everyone wants the most for every penny they spend so why not fulfill their needs.

Cheers,
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