How I Built a Writing Business from Scratch (And Quit My Full-Time Job)

Here are the 5 steps that changed everything for me

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I remember the exact moment I realised I could go part-time at my main job. Writing online had started earning me enough to buy my freedom.

It was a wild moment. Being in control of what I do, when I do it… it’s the most exciting thing.

But let’s not sugarcoat it. This hasn’t been easy. It took 18 months of relentless hard work and a ton of mistakes. But now? My little writing business is thriving.

I’ve discovered there are 5 stages to growth as a writer. But most writers can’t get past stage 1. But here’s the crazy part. I started with nothing. No followers. No writing experience. No clue about social media. The only thing I had was curiosity and a relentless drive to learn.

So if I can do it, I know you can too.

Let me walk you through the 5 stages of growth. And show you exactly how to push through each one.

Stage 1: Conquer the blank page

When you start, your only goal is to hit publish.

The start is supposed to suck. In fact, if it doesn’t, you’re probably playing it too safe. Take my first month as an example…