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5 Mindset Shifts That Help You to Monetize Your Writing

A Google search that contains the words “make money” and “writing” in a single sentence will quickly show you articles along the lines of “X Proven Ways” to monetize your writing.

Their advice is usually the same: Start blogging, get freelance writing clients, and use ChatGPT to write articles while you make money in your sleep. We get it. And none of that stuff works.

Look, many people who try to monetize their writing struggle.

This applies not just to “professional writers,” but to everyone who uses the written word to make a living: Marketers who write effective pitch emails to score a sale or VIP interview, designers who need to communicate their ideas effectively, entrepreneurs who are trying to make better sense of their business model.

The first step to making money with your words is to get the right mindset.

Here are five mindset shifts that will help you to monetize your writing.

1. Treat writing like a business
You must view your career as a business. You are a writer and an entrepreneur. Sure, you’re an artist too. But never forget that your career is also a business.

The late singer and billionaire Jimmy Buffett said it best:

“If you’re an artist, if you want to have control of your life . . . then you gotta be a businessman, like it or not. So the businessman evolved out of being an artist.”

Many writers don’t like this idea. They want to focus on the craft and let the work speak for itself.

Now, you definitely need to develop the craft of writing to ensure you’re communicating yourself well. Even with all the marketing in the world, bad writing won’t make you rich.

But you also can’t just focus on craft. You also need to market and promote your work.

If you don’t sell your work, you can’t continue creating work.

The other day, a reader emailed me about the pop-up on my website. It was more of a complaint. “Can you remove it?” Well, I can. But if I stop marketing, I need to quit writing because it’s just not sustainable to write for fun.

The internet today is full of noise. So you need to stand out as a writer, no matter what you write.

There are three steps to execute this:

Think about your audience: Who are you writing for? What problems are you solving for them? Why are you the best person your audience should listen to?
Consider how you can package your writing: Would you create an e-book, a course, or a series of blog posts on a specific topic?
Don’t be afraid to pitch your work to publications, clients, or businesses. If you’re just starting out, it’s important to create multiple opportunities. So put yourself out there as much as you can.
2. Stick to a writing routine the same way you’d stick to a job
Think about your current job. Whether or not you feel like it, you go for it and do it anyway, right?

If you’re serious about writing, then you need to exhibit the same dedication and consistency.

A lot of people don’t successfully monetize their writing because they lack the discipline. Too many folks fall into the trap of waiting for inspiration. They tell themselves they’ll start writing when they get into “the zone.”

They need to have the perfect setup. Or better yet, they need to move to a warm place and have a view of the ocean—otherwise, they can’t write!

Of course. If a nice view made you creative, every single person who lives on the beach would be a millionaire.

The truth is, if you want to earn from your writing, you need to treat it like a job. That means showing up every day, whether you feel inspired or not.

You know what? I work best in a small room without a view, just looking at a concrete wall. That forces me to focus on the task at hand, which is to do great writing.

Consistency builds trust with your audience. It shows them you’re serious about your craft, and it keeps your work at the top of their minds. Plus, the more consistently you write, the better you get and the more opportunities you create for yourself.

Create a writing routine and stick to it. Whether it’s 500 words a day or two hours every morning, find what works for you and make it a non-negotiable part of your day.

3. Focus on value, not perfection
Writers often get caught up in the pursuit of perfection. They spend hours refining every sentence, trying to make their work flawless. This obsession with perfection is also the reason why many writers get stuck.

While attention to detail is important, it’s not what’s going to make you money.

What matters is the value you provide.

All of the stuff I’m talking about in this article will NOT work if you don’t have something valuable to offer to your reader. And that doesn’t mean you need to give your readers mind-bending insights.

No, if you can entertain your reader, it’s also valuable.

Or, can you help your readers solve a problem? Can you teach them something new? People don’t pay for perfection; they pay for value.

Instead of obsessing over every word, ask yourself:

What does my audience need right now?
How can I serve them better than anyone else?
Once you shift your focus to delivering value, you’ll be able to create content more efficiently and with greater impact.

4. Work towards multiple income streams
Many beginner writers think they’ll make all their money from one source—like publishing a bestselling book or landing a big freelance client.

Relying on a single income stream is risky. If that source dries up, you’ll be left empty-handed.

This is what happens when writers go all in on a single platform, whether that’s Substack, Medium, WordPress, freelancing, ghostwriting, or Amazon KDP.

You should always have multiple income streams. The internet moves in cycles. No single income source is stable.

The most successful writers diversify their income streams. They don’t just rely on one book, blog, or client. Instead, they:

Offer freelance writing services
Self-publish e-books
Create online courses or workshops
Create a paid newsletter or monetize their blog
Multiple income streams give you more stability and flexibility. Plus, it opens up new opportunities you might not have considered before.

5. Think long-term
Finally, you need to adopt a long-term mindset. Monetizing your writing takes time. You won’t see significant income overnight, and there will be setbacks along the way.

You must keep your eye on the prize, which is long-term financial success.

The writing teacher, William Zinsser, said it best:

“Writing is hard work. A clear sentence is no accident. Very few sentences come out right the first time, or even the third time. Remember this in moments of despair. If you find that writing is hard, it’s because it is hard.”

Just like working out, any activity that improves your mind and body is difficult.

Many writers give up too soon because they expect instant results. But writing is a marathon, not a sprint. If you’re consistent, provide value, and build multiple income streams, you’ll eventually see the payoff.

If you’re looking for ways to make money as a writer, watch my video:


Think about where you want to be a year from now or five years from now. What steps can you take today to move closer to that goal? Focus on the process, not the immediate results.

God's WORD is unquestionably clear on one thing, that Winning in the RACE of Life is not a function of streghth, who you know, your intellectual prowess, geographical location and all that; but Absolute dependency on God's Grace one of which is Divine Guidance. (ISAIAH 48:17/Psalm32:8 )


For this reason, I've always considered it sheer Wisdom to consciously cultivate the habit of Shopping for and Subscribing to whatever represents an asset of edification towards my empowerment particularly by divine standard for running and winning in the race of life..
This is why I've carefully selected the artist  shola majeed SMJ and one of the tracks from his forthcoming Album release #iremi #mygoodness for the edifying purpose of this post.
Ladies and gentlemen omode ati agba

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Listen to Ire Mi (My Goodness) by Shola Majeed SMJ for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists.

What is the message in the stars?

One key virtue of Wisdom is Direction

*STRIKING STATEMENTS 🔥 FROM THE ALTAR BY GOD'S SERVANT; BISHOP DAVID OYEDEPO*

29TH SEPTEMBER, 2024.

SPECIAL 70TH BIRTHDAY & EOTM THANKSGIVING MARRIAGE & CHILDREN DEDICATION SERVICE
@Faith Tabernacle Canaanland, Ota.

*OPERATING IN THE SUPERNATURAL THROUGH THE POWER OF THANKSGIVING (Part A)*

1) Thanksgiving triggers the supernatural.

2) When thanksgiving goes up, everything dying in your life comes back to life.

3) Thanksgiving destroys death.

4) Until we give thanks, prayer will not ascend.

5) Thanksgiving is one of the mysteries that triggers resurrection from the dead.

6) True thanksgiving stirs up praise.

7) If you have lost anything, God is the reason you have not lost everything.

8) Thanksgiving is ordained to be a lifestyle not an item on the church or fellowship program.

9) Thanksgivers never get stranded.

1 The Jesus dream is the kingdom advancement priority lifestyle, which is the master key to sweatless and noiseless breakthrough in life.
- 1 Chron. 29:3

11) A dream is a picture of the future you have seen. - 2 Chron. 15:15

12) Jesus dream makes a believer a wonder to his world.

13) When you are a partaker of the Jesus dream, you are in command.

14) Self-styled dreams don’t pass; it is bringing the Jesus’ dream to fulfilment that makes you a wonder to your world.

15) The Jesus dream secures all round rest and end of war.
- 2 Chron. 15:19

16) The Jesus dream is the master key to what eyes have not seen nor ears heard.

17) When you serve Jesus as a seed, your destiny blossoms supernatural.

18) You always do well with a Kingdom dream in your heart.

19) Every Kingdom dreamer does well.

2 The Jesus dream is all about entertaining great matters concerning the kingdom advancement endeavors.
- Matt. 6:33

21) No one can sustain the Jesus dream and not command dominion at the end.

*#thanksgivingservice*
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*#fortune2024*
*#jc_media*

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Osimhen broke the deadlock in the 20th minute with a clinical finish, and eight minutes later, he doubled Galatasaray's lead with an exquisite strike.

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen scored his first goals for Galatasaray, netting a stunning first-half brace in their Turkish Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa on Saturday.

Osimhen broke the deadlock in the 20th minute with a clinical finish, and eight minutes later, he doubled Galatasaray’s lead with an exquisite strike.

Mauro Icardi joined the goal scoring fray, adding a third for the hosts in the 34th minute.

Though the visitors pulled one back afterwards, Galatasaray’s dominance remained evident.

Despite appearing injured, Osimhen persevered and finished the first half alongside his teammates, having initially signaled to the bench for substitution.


This impressive display marks Osimhen’s first goals for Galatasaray, building on his three assists since joining from Napoli.

Last season, the 25-year-old played 25 Serie A games for Napoli, scoring 15 goals and providing three assists.

Osimhen’s impressive résumé also includes a successful stint at Lille in France and Charleroi in Belgium where the Nigerian distinguished himself as lethal forward.


#osimhen

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$164M gamble on African Netflix rival


MultiChoice has announced that, alongside Comcast, they've poured $164 million (R2.8 billion) into Showmax since April 2024. The partnership with NBCUniversal and Sky, which started in April 2023, aims to make Showmax the top video-on-demand platform in Africa.



NBCU now holds a 30% stake in Showmax and has loaded it with content from Peacock, Universal Pictures, and Sky. By March 2024, total investment had hit $284 million (R4.8 billion), with Showmax's revenue climbing 22% to R1 billion for the year.



Despite the revenue jump, Showmax still recorded losses of R2.6 billion. However, those losses were lower than expected due to delays in operational expenses. The platform also shut down its more expensive Showmax Pro service but saw a 16% boost in subscribers post-relaunch in February 2024.



Looking ahead, MultiChoice is optimistic, with 88% of migrated subscribers still actively paying. The company is aiming to hit $1 billion in revenue within five years and break even by 2027. Their ambitious target? Growing Showmax to 25 million subscribers by 2028, doubling its numbers every year.



While some experts are more cautious, predicting just 15.6 million streaming users across Africa by 2028, MultiChoice is confident the continent’s streaming market will boom, and Showmax will be at the forefront of that growth.

How To Start an Online Business in 5 Steps.


Online businesses are a byproduct of the digital era and have transformed nearly all industries for consumers and business owners alike. They have unique business models and structural elements that differ from in-person businesses. Starting an online business is an exciting and creative endeavor that requires thoughtful planning and preparation.
In this article, we share five helpful steps to help you successfully start an online business yourself.
What is an online business?
An online business, or "e-business" as it was coined in 1996, is any business whose primary activity occurs through the Internet. Like in-person businesses, online businesses can reflect a variety of business models that fall under the categories of buying and selling or providing a service. Sample online business services include information sharing, drop shipping, affiliate marketing or blogging. Understanding the unique benefits of an online business as well as the steps to effectively start one is an important part of the process.
Why are online businesses important?
Besides the entrepreneurial and creative benefits of running a traditional business, online businesses offer unique financial, personal and consumer benefits.
Financially, online businesses save money because they avoid the costs of operating a physical space, and you also do not have to stock a store with inventory that might not sell. Reliance on email and electronic marketing also saves the expense of traditional, paper-based communications.
Personally, business owners appreciate the flexibility of working from home or remote locations, often at more flexible hours. Customers will also appreciate the global, unlimited access to your business 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How to start an online business
Regardless of your specific product type and business goals, these steps will help ensure you successfully start and maintain a thriving online business:
Establish a clear vision.
Conduct market research.
Solidify your business plan.
Create an effective website.
Take care of all legal requirements.
1. Establish a clear vision
Often seen as the most fun part of developing a successful online business, this step is critical and entails more than just creative brainstorming. Establishing a clear vision requires identifying the product or service you will offer and the preferred format for your business operations. For example, will you operate an information-sharing blog or a buying and selling business? Additional things to consider include:
What are your goals?
What is your mission statement?
What is the scope of your product offerings?
Who is your target market?
What unique considerations apply to the online aspect of this business?


2. Conduct market research
After solidifying your vision, you will need research to inform your planning process. Specifically, you will want to identify your target market, confirm that a need for your services exists and analyze consumer buying patterns to inform your business model. Essential questions to think about include:
Who are your intended customers?
What do they currently buy?
Why do they make these purchases?
What will motivate them to buy your product?
Market research is split into primary and secondary categories that reflect varying research methods. When planning your research, you will want to consider research costs, accessibility of information and intended outcomes.


3. Solidify your business plan
Establishing your vision and completing market research will serve as the introduction to your more detailed business plan, which is a critical component of ensuring a successful online business. Regardless of your business' format and product type, the following are critical components of an effective business plan:
Clearly defined goals and interim metrics
Timeline for review
Summary of staff qualifications and responsibilities
Financial summary outlining existing capital, monthly costs, projected revenue and accounting systems
Clear marketing strategy
Your business plan will help support your success to the degree that it balances structure and flexibility. Structure will help you stay organized and focused on your goals, and flexibility will allow for unforeseen circumstances and responsiveness to the online market. While it is critical to developing a thoughtful and comprehensive business plan, don't be afraid to change it as needed. As your business grows, so too will your marketing strategy, your finances and your goals.


4. Create an effective website
Creating a functional and enticing website is essential for starting an online business. Fortunately, there are simple and cost-effective options for setting this up. When you are developing a website, you want to plan for the structure and logistics of operating the site and the site's content.
Structurally, you will start by securing a domain name, which is the name and address of your website. To maximize traffic, you'll want to choose your exact business name or something similar. Then you have to confirm that the domain is not already in use, and if it is, you can substitute the .com ending for .org or .net.
After that, you'll choose a hosting platform, which stores your website and displays it to website visitors. There are several hosting platform providers to choose from, so it is a good idea to research all of your options and pick the one that best suits your needs.
Your website content represents the substance of your business, so you want it to be simple, easily accessible and straightforward. Easy accessibility requires mobile optimization, meaning that the content adjusts to accommodate digital devices of all sizes. Some hosting providers offer website builder services that help with mobile optimization and website layout overall. Whether you hire a company or a freelancer or choose to build the website yourself, you will want to include these components:
Homepage
Products or services
About us
Blog
Contact us
The final step is choosing the aesthetic details, like font color and size, quick navigation features, logo placement and supporting visuals.
5. Take care of all legal requirements
Similar to in-person businesses, starting an online business requires compliance with certain legal guidelines. These include registering your business name, obtaining an employer identification number, registering with state labor agencies and, depending on your state, getting a sales tax permit.
Online business owners can sometimes avoid a sales tax permit since the business does not have what is known as a "physical presence." However, you will want to verify this. Lastly, you'll want to confirm if a home occupation permit is required and research any digital privacy laws unique to online businesses.

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