Freelance writers are only too aware that somewhere in virtual touching distance are other writers, perhaps faster, more able and worst of all who can afford to work for less money.  Think of them as fellow performers  and they become your support team instead of the enemy.

The decision to turn freelance article writing into a career is not for the faint hearted.  It's not for the get-rich quick fraternity either.  But if you need to write for a living because of home circumstances or through driving need, let's make it profitable and sometimes even fun.