by Doreen Martel

Created on: March 05, 2011   Last Updated: December 16, 2011

With the number of opportunities to write online, more people are trying to identify how to make money writing online articles. There are numerous sites that provide a freelance writer with opportunities to earn money from up-front payments, ongoing revenue share or a combination of the two. However, just because these sites exist does not guarantee that a writer can do well.   Here are some of the things that need to be clear when learning how to make money writing online articles.

Know the platform

The first key to make money writing online articles is to have a basic understanding of the platform that an online source provides. Each site has their own standards for quality, referencing and layout. Familiarizing yourself with the requirements of the site will allow a writer to target their writing more effectively.

Know the audience

When preparing to write an article it is critical to understand the audience the article seeks to reach. Articles that are written for parents of young children versus articles written for college graduates looking for a job require different tones and language.  In order to make money writing articles online, it is important that a writer target each article to the specific audience.

Use your own voice

Most freelance writers have found their own voice and are capable of writing in a style that suits them. Writers need not duplicate another writer's voice when discussing topics. Each writer brings their own point of view to a topic as well as their own experience. Writers should always strive to improve their own style, but not at the risk of losing their own voice.  Readers relate better to a writer who is enthusiastic about a topic and subject matter. Writing what a writer believes will help them write articles that earn money.

Establish your credibility

Freelance writers who wish to sell their articles will find it is important to establish credibility.  Freelancers may write about a variety of topics however, in most cases, establishing a well thought out niche of writing will help a writer establish credibility. Without credibility, a freelance writer becomes one more of the masses who pump out content.

There are numerous sites that are available for a writer to make money writing online articles. However, the reality of writing online is that without the proper elements that are required to write an effective article, there is no amount of quantity that will help.  Identifying the appropriate writing platform, audience and establishing credibility as a writer will help a freelance writer make money writing online articles.

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