Mastering These 5 Habits Skyrocketed My Writing Earnings

Achieving $100 monthly is possible even if you are a novice writer.

Hey there, readers and fellow scribblers.

Since late 2020, I’ve been churning out more articles than a popcorn machine — 850 and counting on this platform alone.

On LinkedIn, I took a pause at the moment, But publishing content there based on my recall, I’ve been dropping content like a rapper — about 280 posts a year since 2019.

Now, don’t get me wrong, it hasn’t been all sunshine and rainbows.

There were highs, there were lows, and there were days when I wondered if I’d ever make enough money to pay for that Japan vacation I took a long time ago.

The Hustle and the Hurdles

I started this wild ride with stars in my eyes and a keyboard under my fingers.

But recently, life got a tad hectic with my VP role with a digital bank. I thought, “Hey, maybe I’ll just post a few articles monthly.”

Big mistake.

My earnings took a nosedive faster than a skydiver without a parachute, plummeting to a measly $15.

Yep, you read that right.

Time for a Writing Makeover

I knew I had to shake things up, so I built a databank of my life’s adventures, from grade 9 trips abroad to today’s “aha” moments.

If an idea strikes, I jot it down faster than a squirrel on espresso.

Then, voila! It magically evolves into a story when I start typing — well, most of the time.

The Law of Cause and Effect

While I am also a career coach, I’m no stranger to asking the tough questions. So, I started applying this “interrogation technique” to my writing.

Instead of settling for surface-level fluff, I dug deeper, challenging my ideas and ensuring they resonated with readers.

It’s like being your detective, minus the fedora and trench coat — though, admittedly, those would be cool.

My Bookish Dreams Came True

I’ve always dreamt of publishing a book, but traditional routes felt like climbing Everest with flip-flops.

So, I took matters into my own hands and self-published.

Sure, it wasn’t a walk in the park; my Pastor critiqued my draft like a Gordon Ramsay of literature.

By the grace of God (and some serious editing), my book saw the light of day in 2017.

A Writer’s Best Friend

Believe it or not, my best ideas often come to me in the shower — no, not because of the singing (although I have a killer rendition of “Bohemian Rhapsody”).

It’s the solitude that sparks creativity.

I brainstorm topics during a jog or a scrub because inspiration doesn’t clock in and out — it strikes anytime, anywhere.

Recycling Ideas

As Picasso once said, “Good artists copy; great artists steal.”

Before you sharpen your pitchforks, let me clarify — I’m not plagiarizing.

I’m reframing, expanding, and adding my twist to existing ideas, much like adding sprinkles to a cupcake. It’s all about making it uniquely yours!

The Write Way Forward

So, what’s the secret sauce to leveling up your writing (and income)?

It’s all about adapting — whether it’s building a databank of life’s highlights, applying the law of cause and effect, or self-publishing your dream book.

And remember, alone time is golden, and stealing — err, borrowing — ideas can be a lifesaver when you’re stuck in a creative rut.

Happy writing, folks!

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