My husband and I had just purchased our first house, and we were just able to make ends meet. With two young boys and a one income family, we needed to find a way to supplement our income. While I was looking for opportunities I could do at home, around a job that requires rotating shift work, and something I could do when my kids were napping – I found Associated Content. I couldn’t believe that people would allow you to write about anything that fascinated you and then pay you for what you wrote. So I tried it. My first article was entitled “How Film Music Can Improve Your Writing” and it sold for $2.44. (I’d frame the money and put it on my wall, but it was an electronic payment )

It was something I just threw together – combination of two of my passions. And it was a great way for me to get my feet wet with this freelance writing thing. It’s something I recommend anyone who is interested in freelancing try. Even the established authors – because you can experiment with topics, deadlines and styles… and receive payment for it. Sure it may not start out as much, but posting on Associated Content is just one of the many ways I began my Freelance Writing Career.