How to become a paid expert

So you have been working on your job as a nurse practitioner, legal assistant or marketing assistant and you decide that you have had enough and want to branch out on your own. How do you get paid for your expertise? The answer, obviously, is to become a writer or consultant. When you get paid for what you know, your skills, experience and wisdom, it can be more fulfilling than working on a 9-5 job. People will always be looking for specialized information and help. That is where you come in. You are going to be the expert that these people are seeking; locally, nationally and worldwide. The Internet is the ideal platform that you should use to allow these people the opportunity to find you.

So that is why you may need a:

·         Blog

·         Website

·         Writing abilities or outsourcing to another expert writer

·         SEO and PPC specialty, which you can also outsource

Google Helpouts

Google Helpouts is one of the new additions to Google online capabilities. The new system helps to get the word out to like-minded people. In fact, it helps you to start immediate in leveraging Google’s platform to receive the exposure that you need to share your knowledge and expertise. With that, you will generate free leads and increase traffic to your blog and/or website. Since Google Adsense, this is the ideal way to increase your bottom line using the Internet.

You will be able to connect to people who really need your help. All you need to know is how to create a video, which isn't difficult. You can solicit the help of a video creator, if you don’t know. With Google Hangout, another new Google technology, ou can become an instructor or consultant using those same your videos and charge for the time you spend sharing your knowledge and advice.

Advice

When someone is searching for information online, they are looking for someone like you who knows exactly what they want to know or learn. With your blog, you can become the expert others are looking to approach so be sure to provide quality content and write content that is question-and-answer based. Keep your blog frequently updated. You want people to see you as the expert that you are so don’t write about everything on the planet. Offer specialized information to make your blog more valuable and interesting.

Create an electronic book with the expertise that others are searching for. Providing information using this format provides another means of making money online, in addition to offering video content. Using your expertise, you can create a video tutorial for your prospects to glean more information than one video or one article would provide.

Conclusion

If you are good at writing, music, cooking, marketing, creating a website, or just about anything, you can use your knowledge to educate others and make money at the same time. So don’t procrastinate. Take action today by creating your first free blog and writing an article about something related to your field. If you want to see some of the books I have written, click “BARGAIN BOOK SALES.”

Choosing a Quality Writer

I am a full time Freelance Writer with more than 15 years experience in writing and editing:

• Articles
• Ebooks
• Manuals
• Web Content
• Books
• Blogging

Due to my excellent research skills and years of experience, I write on a wide range of niches such as:

• Online Marketing
• Pets
• Dental 
• Business
• Lawn Care
• Home Improvement
• Lifestyle/Travel
• Health
• Fitness
• Relationship
• Dating
• Family
• Social Issues
• Current News

And so much more...

In fact, I have gained so much insight and knowledge over the years, it has made me essentially an expert in several niches. I am also a self-published author. You can find my books at http://tinyurl.com/cplawson. Trial and error has been my friend over the years. I have also learned that in life there will be risks, tough decisions to make, and failure. With failure comes experience so don't be afraid to fail as long as you are willing to learn from it.

Choosing quality over price
There are many online businesses that want to know how to have a strong online presence. In part, you have to market your website, but quality content does play a major role. Some online business owners choose to work with writers who will accept $5 per 500-word article, but while you may be trying to stay within a budget, it can cost you more in the long run. It does no good to have an article stuffed with keywords and doesn't flow or benefit the reader. It is better to pay $15 for a 500-word article that will result in good readership, more traffic and so people can respect what you put out there.

Maintaining a Good Reputation 
An online reputation is just as important as running a business. You want your visitors and readers to see you as the expert. Once you hire a writer, he or she should write content that represents your brand. You will want to choose someone that speaks and writes native English. Of course, there are many writers from the Philippines that write good English and will accept the low price point, but their cost of living is lower than other third world countries. It may sound harsh, but it is the truth.

SEO
Search engine optimization is an important aspect of running an online business. There are companies that do offer SEO writing, but the big companies outsource their work to non-native and native English speakers. With a writer like me, you don't run that risk and you get personalized service according to your specific instructions. None of the work is outsourced. I will do everything myself. I take on the amount of work that I can manage and so your work becomes my priority. Of course, you are not going to get the $5 per 500-word price because my time is also significant and before I write an article, I will do in-depth research, which can be time consuming. Depending on your needs, pricing will start at $18 per 500-word. I will do any amount of revision you need to ensure that you get exactly what you want done.

Writing Samples
I will be posting writing samples on this blog. However, below, you will find links to samples I have already written at:
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Cheryline_lawson

http://www.examiner.com/article/shopping-on-a-low-budget-for-the-holidays

http://www.moneyjournal.com/lottery-payout/

http://www.moneyjournal.com/home-mortgage/

http://marketingden.net/forum/social-media-marketing-discusses/6-tips-to-effectively-marketing-using-twitter/
http://marketingden.net/forum/social-media-marketing-discusses/linking-your-twitter-facebook-and-linkedin-accounts/
http://marketingden.net/forum/internet-marketing-den/youtube-video-marketing-essentials/

http://marketingden.net/forum/social-media-marketing-discusses/making-good-use-of-linkedin-network/
http://marketingden.net/forum/internet-marketing-den/why-people-come-to-your-website/
http://marketingden.net/forum/internet-marketing-den/ways-to-improve-your-online-presence/http://marketingden.net/forum/product-creation-for-beginners/making-the-most-of-private-label-rights
http://americanlivewire.com/yosemite-wildfires-force-evacuations
http://americanlivewire.com/measles-texas-church-places-radar

Here are some samples of web pages that I worked on:

http://www.harcourts.com.au

http://www.marketinggiant.org/

http://surfacesinc.biz

http://masonrybysteve.com

http://aaaberdeenhvac.com

http://hammessandandgravel.com

http://imhvac.com

http://truth-moving.com

How to reach me
You can reach me via email at octane360@gmail.com and let me know precisely what you need done. I do check my email throughout the day and so you will get a quick response to your email. Take action today if you are looking for quality content from an expert writer. Send an email NOW!

Writing electronic books

If you have never ventured into the electronic book market, you are leaving money on the table. For one, Kindle Publishing provides an excellent platform for selling your expertise and receiving monthly royalties for the rest of your life. You can also write and offer your ebook (electronic book) for sale on a wide range of other platforms such as Barnes and Nobles, Lulu, BookBaby, your blog, and Amazon. So why aren't you documenting what you already know and what others are searching for?

You should conduct research to see what others are looking for, but if you have knowledge of a particular subject, then you should make this your first ebook since you already have in-depth knowledge about it. People value the information that experts like you can provide. For example, if you have worked in a specific field such as building contractor, you may be able to help people seeking information on:

• How to build their first home
• What to look for when hiring a building contractor
• What licensing is required from your local municipality to build a home
• How to find a building contractor
• How much do you expect to spend in improving a basement

These are only some of the things that you can write about. If you have written various articles on topics related to your expertise, you can use each of them in different chapters of your electronic book. Once you have created your ebook, it is now time to do the marketing. If you have a Facebook or Twitter following, be sure to announce your ebook before you even finish it. When it has been completed, it is time now to write articles and post them to article directories with a link to your ebook at the end of the article. Be sure to give the reader a call to action in the resource box.

Other things to consider
Submit your ebook to all the channels that will accept your ebook, but start with Kindle Publishing. Be sure that you have a captivating cover. If you don't know how to create an ebook cover, solicit the services of a professional. It doesn't have to cost you an 'arm and a leg.' You can go to Fiverr.com and find ebook cover creators that charge a small cost of $5 to $10. It is that simple. You may have to buy an image at iStock Photo. Don't ever attempt to copy and save an image from Google Images because many of those images are copyrighted.

Conclusion
Don't let fear stop you from trying new things. Let your writing do the talking. You can use a pen name and not your real name when publishing your book to stay anonymous. You can do this and you don't even need the required expertise. Once you are good at researching and understanding certain concepts and information, you can write an electronic book that provides value to the readers. Good luck! By the way, visit my book page to see how I did it - Click MY BOOK PAGE here.

Writing as a hobby or paid for your service

If you are a hobby writer, you can turn your writing expertise in a full time business. As a hobby writer, you can write whenever you want and at various different price points. You can even become a regular contributor as a guest blogger or just to get your name out there, but why do that when you have the skills to do otherwise.

A full time writing business is more lucrative and fulfilling. You get to write on a wide range of topics or a specific niche. You also provide information to your audience that can change lives, motivate others, offer important details and show you as an expert in a particular field.

Nothing is wrong with starting out with writing as a hobby, but use this platform to build a readership. Get your name out there so that when you decide to make the full transition, at least, you won't be a stranger.

You can begin by creating a blog and making regular posts such as twice per week. Allow your readers to make comments on your blog posts. Write articles and submit to article directories such as ezinearticles.com. You can use this platform to gain expert and platinum status. Moreover, ezinearticles.com has a high search engine ranking and you can 'ride on their coat tail,' so to speak. You get heightened recognition by being an expert writer on 'heavy hitters,' like ezinearticles.com.

If you do not want to pursue a full time writing career, at least make some money while you use writing as a hobby. How? Sign up as an Amazon affiliate, for example, and sell books on your blog. This may give you the impetus to transition into a full time writing career.

The sky is the limit to what you can do with a writing career. You can write electronic books and sell them on Kindle Publishing. You can write articles for other people. A great place to start bidding for article writing is Elance.com. It may be a bidding war, but you can write a winning proposal to get your bid noticed and picked. Elance.com has free and paid membership so you really have nothing to lose.

You could also think about starting that book you have always wanted to write. The hardest part is getting started because of fear or you don't know how to get it published. There are websites like CreateSpace.com and Amazon.com, which allow you to self publish your work. So again, there is no excuse. Even if you are an hobbyist, you can still get that book out. That will push you to write more and get into the writing arena full time.

As an avid writer myself, I can tell you that I began writing several years ago, but didn't take it that seriously since I had a full time 9-5 job. When my mom died 7 years ago, I had no choice because of the situation she left, to get into writing full time. I had to be able to travel to see my ailing dad often and no company would put up with my frequent departure. So I went back to my writing and the rest is history. I am a self-published author of several books on CreateSpace.com and Amazon.com. I also write articles, web content and electronic books for online marketers, which is also a rewarding and lucrative way of acquiring a full time income.

So I encourage you to look at writing more seriously once you have the talent and skill to do it well. In the beginning, you may have to settle for low pay, but as you build your portfolio, you will land higher paying gigs. So go for it. Please visit my Amazon page to look at some of my books. A writer loves to get feedback from readers. Click to go to MY BOOK PAGE HERE.