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8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

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8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

If you’re looking for a way to create a work-at-home job for yourself and make a great living, I definitely recommend you look into becoming a copywriter.

Learning to be a copywriter and working from home online changed my life in ways I couldn’t even imagine when I first started.

First, a little backstory…

My husband, Ron, and I had to figure out how to make a living from the first moment we met. We met later in life, after we’d each had previous marriages, kids, and our share of life’s challenges too.

He was the guy living with roommates because his previous life had left him on the edge of survival mode. I vividly recall he was wearing cheap plastic white tennis shoes from Walmart when I met him.

Yeah. Didn’t marry the guy for his money, that’s for sure. 😆

As for me, I was emerging from the biggest crisis of my life, which involved my very own psychopath who tried to do me in. I’d had to flee with my children, losing every material possession we had. We literally were left penniless, homeless, and shell-shocked.

But we prevailed! I met Ron and together we figured out how to create an entirely new way of life.

Along the way, through our RV lifestyle, we stumbled into an entirely new possibility. We began doing some amazing promotional tours for big ad agencies.

We went on the road for national promotions like Got Milk, Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and Novartis Pharmaceuticals. We traveled in our RV, and for some of the promotions, I drove the specialty rig too.

For example, I hauled the “Wonka Mobile” all around the country.

Here I am standing with the setup and Willie Wonka “himself” before I went purple (hair)!

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

This particular event was on Navy Pier in Chicago.

And here’s the Oompa Loompa!

And here’s a funny secret…both Willie Wonka AND the Oompa Loompa at this event were my daughter! 💜

She was on a college break, so we were able to hire her to help with the Chicago event.

That darn Oompa Loompa costume was cumbersome too! Her arms were pinned to her sides, restricted by the big plastic head, and she could only see what was right in front of her, so I had to lead her around by the hand.

It was quite a time for us, learning how to “sell” a concept…an experience, without money ever changing hands. It was our responsibility to engage the public so effectively, they would want to participate in our events, which were fun, colorful, and free.

For Willie Wonka, we gave away the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory where they could also win a golden ticket for more goodies, and we gave away all kinds of Wonka candy (sorry dentists and parents of America!).

It was all about getting eyeballs and engagement from the crowds of people at our events as diverse as the Boston Marathon, Major League Baseball games, fairs, and festivals.

We even did an event inside a Hollywood movie studio!

It was a pretty big deal actually, as the marketing events were funded at multimillion-dollar levels. But it was also exhausting, as we crisscrossed the country every single week, with event scheduling we had no control over.

Eventually we moved on and figured out the fine art of selling physical products face-to-face. We got very good at it, becoming top sellers in the nation for our product.

We were even invited inside the Pentagon three different times to set up shop and sell our product.

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

That was truly a fascinating experience we’ll always remember.

But again, the physical demands of this wore us down.

And THAT is when I discovered copywriting!

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

If you like to write and have an interest in marketing, it could be the perfect fit for you too.

But before we go any further…

Maybe you’re wondering…”What does a copywriter do?”

Copywriting is the process of writing the words that convince, persuade, educate, engage, and empower every aspect of selling a product, concept, or idea.

This could be anything from writing a landing page for a website, blog posts, opt-in copy, email sequences, video scripts, product descriptions, direct mail ads, catalogs, brochures…anything and everything that pertains to WORDS that SELL.

In our case, I’m talking specifically about being a freelance copywriter, creating a thriving work-at-home business for yourself, even if your home has wheels.

So the “copy” part is all those wonderful words. It’s everywhere you look and listen. And it’s not going away. In fact, it is a multi-trillion-dollar industry! How’s that for job security?

And the writer part? Well, that could be YOU!

Here are 8 Reasons Why Copywriting Is the Perfect Work at Home Job

1. Creating your copywriting business is extremely affordable.

You probably need to invest in a quality copywriting program to learn the basics.

This can be a very reasonable investment, especially considering the amount of moneymaking potential you will have when you acquire the skills.

I probably started off with an investment of less than $1,000 to get a handle on what copywriting is all about. That turned into multiple six figures within the first year.

I’m launching a brand-new copywriting program very soon, so stay tuned for that!

As a matter of fact, I’ll be launching it at an introductory price that will make it VERY doable for you.

If you’d like to be on the early-bird notification list when it’s ready, you can sign up here so you don’t miss it!

You will need a reliable Internet connection, a computer or laptop, a cell phone, and a space where you can work. I also use my printer quite a bit, so I would recommend you have one as well.

2. You can become a copywriter without a college degree or previous experience.

I did not have either of those going for me, and it simply is not necessary.

In fact, sometimes the folks with journalism or English degrees find it HARDER to get into the groove of copywriting, not easier.

Why is that? Because they often have to UN-learn what was pounded into their brains about “how to write.”

Copywriting is much more conversational and informal than many other types of writing. If you can write like a person talks and factor in marketing strategy at the core of the “conversation,” you have the first foundational skills to becoming a copywriter.

3. You can make an excellent income as a freelance copywriter.

In fact, you can make more as a copywriter than many other types of freelance writers.

The big difference is the need for copywriters is all about the client making money. Often it is LOTS of money. As in millions.

When they have strategic copy that works to create more sales, they make more money. Simple as that. Entrepreneurs and businesses need copywriters!

And they will pay.

For me, I started online around 2004. Nobody knew who I was. But with a very basic beginning in copywriting, I was able to hit multiple six figures in my first year.

And I did it entirely from my home on wheels too. It really IS a perfect job for working from home online, no matter where you are.

As for the money…

I’m not saying everyone can do what I did that quickly. I’m probably unusual in that.

But it is certainly possible to get to a very healthy five figures within the first year.

Take a look at what Salary.com shows for national average earnings as a copywriter:

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

And that’s just an average. Fact is, working in an agency as an employee actually pays LESS than working as a freelance copywriter.

Many agencies require a college degree.

They will have tightly constrained salary limitations regarding how much you make and when you can get a raise.

And you’re still under the thumb of the powers that be. Boo!

Why would you do that when you can be your own boss instead?

4. There is an ongoing need for copywriters that continues to grow. You can’t be replaced by offshore outsourcing.

Just based on cultural norms, nuances, and common marketing practices, you are guaranteed you won’t be replaced in this way.

While the rich resource of offshore workers is extremely valuable and helpful to many areas of entrepreneurship and business, copywriting is not one of them.

And the need is tremendous! Flexjobs.com analyzed over 49,000 companies and their freelance job posting history between January 1 and February 28, 2018.

Copywriting won’t be automated. Your human brain, spirit, and soul are necessary.

Look, even cashiers at Walmart are being replaced by self-service kiosks.

At Costco the other day, I saw they had installed a self-service area for ordering the famous Costco hotdog, pizza, and frozen yogurt.

Everything from car repair to telephone answering is being replaced by automation.

Call the doctor lately? How about your favorite pharmacy?

Chances are your first line of communication is through an automated system.

Copywriting requires the human dimension, the emotional component, and intuitive ability that takes it from mediocre to amazing.

6. Freelance Copywriting is extremely secure.

Notice I said FREELANCE. This isn’t the same as working for an agency.

While any business can be downsized, when you are a freelancer, you call the shots.

As a copywriter, you are the essential gateway to sales for your clients.

They need you! Especially when the economy goes through a rough patch.

I’m kind of embarrassed to admit this, but during the economic downturn of 2008, I barely noticed what was happening.

That’s because I was so incredibly busy as a copywriter! In fact, I had some of my highest earning months during that time.

7. You can leverage your copywriting skills into other profitable niches for yourself.

🌟As a blogger, you can create blog posts that also highlight affiliate products you recommend.

This is one of the fastest ways to begin monetizing your blog.

Instead of random ramblings, you can become much more purposeful and strategic about the many benefits of blogging.

🌟You can create an email list of subscribers you can continue to connect and market to through well-written emails.

🌟You can take something else you are good at and love and turn it into a product you can get paid for.

Maybe you love to cook, sew, or build birdhouses. Start there and create a product around other passions and interests you have and sell it with your copywriting skills.

🌟You can use your copywriting abilities as a springboard to an entirely new career.

I’ve trained copywriters who now have thriving businesses as a consultant, clothing designer, highly paid ghost writer, and literary agent, just to name a few.

🌟Copywriting can be your “gateway” to successful e-commerce, selling physical products through sites like Amazon or Shopify.

I personally know many EIGHT-figure entrepreneurs who have built their empires around e-commerce.

🌟When you understand copywriting and marketing strategies, the sky really is the limit!

8. As a freelance copywriter, you have incredible lifestyle freedom.

As you can see by rummaging around on The Renegade Boomer, we are blessed with an amazing lifestyle.

I literally work from anyplace we are, traveling in our RV, which is my mobile office, or from our homes in Arizona and Mexico.

These are just a few of the places I’ve worked as a digital nomad, from Disneyworld (with our granddaughters!); to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico; to the Oregon Coast.

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

Copywriting is what has made ALL of this possible, from building custom RVs into mobile offices, to affording the fuel, to living in Mexico, to having the TIME, to creating our “World Headquarters” in Tucson, Arizona.

8 Reasons to Create a Work at Home Job as a Freelance Copywriter

It’s a powerful way to create a home-based business for yourself, even if you’re not into the RV lifestyle.

How about paying off all your debts, having vacations when you want, being there for your kids, or never having to worry about funding your retirement years?

It is all possible if you acquire the skills you need to become a freelance copywriter and are willing to put in the effort.

Oh hey, what the heck…

Let’s go one more!

BONUS 9: TIME! You can work part-time as a copywriter and make a full-time income!

Seriously, you really can. In fact, you might want to keep that part a secret when dealing with clients. Shhhh. 🤫

You set your fees, not anybody else. I cover all this in my copywriting program.

That means as you become skilled in copywriting, there’s no reason you can’t decide you are very happy with your five- or six-figure earnings while working much less than 40 hours a week.

And did I mention you can get paid in advance to book your time?

There are SO many amazing things about being a copywriter, it could be a whole other blog post. Hmmm. Maybe it will be!

This is why freelance copywriting really IS the ultimate work-at-home job!

And remember, I’m happy to answer any questions you may have. Just shoot me an email or comment here.

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RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

The RV Lifestyle is an incredible way to live and work on the road. But chances are, you might need to figure out how to create an RV office space, as well as reliable Internet.

If you want to be an RV entrepreneur or digital nomad, conquering these two issues should be right at the top of your to-do list.

Here are 5 Tips for Working at Home in Your RV

1. Create Your RV Office With A Dedicated Work Space

I realize this can be a bit tricky if you are in a very small RV, so tap into your creativity! You might need to have a temporary table you can set up, a way to use the dashboard area, or work on your dinette.

I absolutely require a dedicated work space, so we have always customized every RV we have owned or had built, to include an RV office for me.

I also prefer to have an office chair to work in, rather than perch on a couch, or precariously balance a laptop. I keep more focused, and my back is happier too.

I realize there is an abundance of images and photos for working on the road that glorifies the concept of sitting at a picnic table, lounging on a beach, or some other idealized scenario for working from anywhere…but that’s not how I’ve done it!

Usually, the choice we have made is to jettison the dinette, in favor of an office space. If we are going to be flexible about a seating arrangement, we will sacrifice the dining option rather than the office setup.

We’ve made that more workable by having a custom-built theater type loveseat that has a small table in the center that can be raised or lowered, with cupholders in it. So, we can manage balancing plates and drinks that way!

Before we switched to a motorhome for our RV life, we had several custom built fifth wheels…five to be exact!

This is how we handled the office space in a custom-built 5th Wheel…

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

It was compact but did the job. It also had a pullout work surface above the drawers on the left side, which expanded the desktop for me when I was working.

In other 5th wheels, we designed L-shaped work spaces in lieu of the dinette, which also worked very well.

Now we have what is called a Super-C motorhome, which means a Class C motorhome on steroids with huge carrying capacity and much larger than your typical Class C motorhome.

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We completely gutted this one and had custom cabinetry installed, including my office space.

It works really well. I’ve been doing this long enough to know what suits my work habits best, so there’s no wasted space in this design. There’s also a pullout table top near the loveseat, so we can use that as a dining area too.

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

To do that, I turn my office chair around, and we carry one very comfortable, light weight folding chair. It’s nice looking and does the job! It slides into the back of our wardrobe closet easily when not in use.

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

So how did we get this done?

We went to Indiana and lived in the driveway of our Amish cabinet maker while he did the work. It was COLD! But worth it.

Here’s how it looked when he was just getting started…

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

And here’s how it looked when it was finished!

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

Gene Miller is our cabinet maker extradordinaire!

If you go to his website, and scroll down the page, you will see ALL the photos of my custom built RV office.

Mine is the first one featured right under the heading “Other Custom Desks.”

I highly recommend Gene for any woodworking project you might have in your RV.

He’s amazing!

Now wait. You may be wondering, why does an Amish cabinetmaker have a website? With photos? Online?

Yes. This is also part of the picture…

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

As for the rest of it?

Well…That’s a whole other story for another day!

For now, let’s just say, there’s more than one way to get the job done. Gotta love Amish ingenuity. 😉

Moving right along…

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2. Have A Backup Plan for Internet Access

You’re an RV entrepreneur. You’re a digital nomad. You’re a road warrior!

And that means you’re definitely going to need reliable Internet connections if you want to run an online business from the comfort of your RV.

But you’re also going to need to be creative and flexible about that scenario at times.

Our first line of defense is using a wireless router, also called MiFi by some cell phone providers.

Here’s how it works:

MiFi is a small device that operates off of your cellphone signal and is also your wireless router.

When you need to use it, you turn on the connection and sit it on your desk. Then you can join your wireless network from any of your devices such as cellphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.

It automatically provides a secure network, but depending on where you are, you may find other networks showing up with a similar name as the one your device comes with. So, you will want to create a new unique name for your network.

We use AT&T as our cellphone provider with Apple iPhones.

We use two separate MiFi devices, which we purchased through AT&T. Our newest one is called a Nighthawk.

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

They come with varying gigabyte plans, which will determine how much bandwidth you have available. Each of our units is on its own “unlimited” plan.

But that doesn’t really mean unlimited, as in using it 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

That’s not how it works.

After you use 20 gigabytes in a month, you can be throttled if you are in a high-traffic area.

That means your online speeds will be reduced to a snail’s crawl.

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

That’s why we have TWO units, each with unlimited plans, so we always have a backup if we get throttled.

Streaming videos or music, Zoom calls, uploading and downloading high resolution photos…all of these activities will gobble up your data plan very quickly!

You can also tether your iPhone to your computer and use it to provide Internet connection.

We currently live in the best of times for working on the road in your RV, because there are many ways to connect to the Internet.

If you’re staying in an RV Park, most have Wi-Fi available, but you can’t always count on the quality of it. So, I don’t recommend using that as your primary way to have Internet on the road.

You probably already know most McDonald’s and Starbucks have Internet available, for the stereotypical “laptop lifestyle”, but frankly, this has never been a resource for me.

I need to work in a quiet space, and I also prefer working on my desktop iMac, so that just hasn’t been something I’ve utilized.

You’ll also find most Flying J truck stops, and others like Pilot and Loves usually have Wi-Fi available too, so that can be an option for you.

Many Rest Areas and Welcome Centers provide Wi-Fi, which can be a great way to work for a while, while you’re taking an extended break, or even spending the night in a rest area in States that allow you to do so.

There are various ways to check service areas for your cellphone coverage. Your cellphone provider should have coverage maps on their websites, so you can get a rough idea of where you’ll find adequate signal for Internet access.

There are also various signal boosters you can get to increase the strength of your cellular signal, as well as regular Wi-Fi boosters.

If you’re planning to spend a lot of time in the outback, far off the beaten track with no cellphone signal, satellite Internet is still an option, though it is very expensive.

The systems can run as much as $6,000 to $15,000.

Here’s an example of one type of RV Satellite Internet system:

http://www.rvdatasat.com

There’s such a range of these, I’m not going to attempt to rate or recommend any. Most all of these options can be researched with a simple Google search.

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3. Don’t Try to Combine Driving Days With Work Days

Now maybe you’ve got some Wonder Woman DNA running through your veins and can do both. But not me!

Since I do ALL the driving of our 45’ mobile office, I need to keep my work days separate from my driving days. This is especially true when I’m on a “Truck Drivin’ Mama” push to get cross country, burning through 2600 miles in five or six days.

That takes a lot of energy and concentration, which means I have very little left to devote to writing copy or taking care of other typical work day tasks.

If you are doing both the driving AND the work, I recommend you plan ahead for long driving days. Factor them into your schedule when you are establishing work flow, deadlines, and consultations.

At times, I can manage both a phone consultation and a driving day, but I have to plan for it.

Since I can’t drive during a call and need to be parked, I can’t conduct business while the wheels are rolling.

So, we’ll look for a Rest Area, Welcome Center, or plan to leave later in the day, or stop for the day sooner than usual.

It’s all extremely workable IF you plan for it.

This also means, not answering your business phone while you are driving or in travel mode.

For one thing, it’s distracting. For another, you don’t want to be taken by surprise on a business call. I teach my students to guard their time and establish a perimeter of power around your availability as well.

That means, SCHEDULING your calls. This also will teach your clients to value your time, rather than expect you to pick up the phone on a moment’s notice.

The other way to handle long distances is simply to slow down.

Admittedly, that’s a difficult one for me! I’m used to burning up the miles to get where we need to go, and then staying longer when we get there.

By slowing down, you can plan a few days of driving, punctuated by several days, weeks, or months in one location where you can establish your work routine quickly, and consistently.

There are many pluses to this method, because then you can also structure your down times into the schedule.

Besides, if you’re like me, you may need a day or two…or seven…to get your brain back into work mode instead of travel mode!

4. Establish Work Day Habits

Often times, my colleagues are surprised when they learn I get ready for work, even working at home online.

Now don’t get me wrong…I’m all for yoga pants and bare feet as typical work attire!

But not PJ’s. Not with “bed hair”. Not in “I’d be embarrassed to be seen in public” mode either.

I do get dressed in some manner of presentable clothing.

I fix my hair. I put on makeup. I put on my earrings.

Why do I do this if nobody is going to see me that day?

Well for one thing, because I see me!

And because it sends a signal to my brain, body, and spirit that it’s time to go to work.

There’s something about it that truly puts you into work mode faster than slouching around in whatever you slept in, with messy hair and unwashed face.

Some of my colleagues have told me they started implementing this practice too and found it really does make a difference for them.

It’s simple to do. It’s effective. I recommend you try it!

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5. Respect Your Body Clock

I don’t know what it is about online entrepreneurs, but a lot of them are night owls.

They like to work into the wee hours and seem to be very productive that way.

That. Is. NOT. Me.

Oh no way! I’m the original early bird, often getting up at 4:30 a.m. to begin my day. It’s not so hard when our summertime Arizona sunrises start early and look like this!

RV Lifestyle Tips for Working On The Road Successfully

If I could do EVERYTHING in the morning, I would. It pains me to have to shift some tasks to afternoon, or (shudder) evening hours!

It’s not unusual for us to hit the road for a long RV drive day before sunrise. I have the hardest time understanding you folks who need to crank up to a 10 a.m. departure! I’m usually half way to wherever by that time. 😆

I’m simply way more productive in early morning, so that’s when I schedule my most important tasks of the day. When I’m working on sales copy, it is almost always going to be in the morning.

I will say though, I have trained myself to be able to be more productive in the afternoon hours.

It might be that I’m proofreading some copy, taking care of phone calls, writing emails…that type of thing.

And occasionally, I have been known to push hard for long hours, even into the night, when on a critical deadline. But this rare.

The main thing is, whatever YOUR particular body clock timing is, honor it. You’ll be way more effective a lot happier for it.

So, there you have it!

RV living isn’t always easy, but it’s almost ALWAYS worth it.

There will definitely be challenges when you begin working from home online no matter where you are. But adding wheels and the open road to the mix can certainly create new challenges.

Just remember, these challenges can usually be handled pretty easily.

And the freedom you’ll experience as an RV entrepreneur, digital nomad, and adventurer is priceless.

Eventually, you’ll have things so dialed in you hardly have to think about HOW you’ll manage it.

You’ll be too busy enjoying WHERE you are, and WHAT you’re doing!

How about you?

Do you have any tips for more efficient ways to work on the road from your RV?

I’d love to hear about them!

Till next time…

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RV Living_ A Fun Twist To Working From Home Online (2)

Have you ever wondered if working from home online is possible?

I’m here to say absolutely, it is! But guess what?

I’m going to throw in a fun twist you might not have thought of…working from home online combined with RV living full time!

This is something I can speak to from twenty years of experience.

My husband Ron and I have been avid RV travelers for a very long time. We love it because it’s all about the freedom to work anywhere you want, when you want, and even IF you want.

When we first started the RV life, we had very little money, but a BIG determination to experience life in a whole new way.

Ron and I had only been married a short time. We were both starting over again, but we found a way! We sold the modest mobile home we’d managed to buy in Central Oregon, and pretty much everything we owned.

And so, began our RV lifestyle.

It’s a funny thing with the RV lifestyle. It ebbs and flows and changes.

At first, we tried what is called workcamping.

Basically, workcamping is when you work in a temporary job, usually related to RVing.

It might be as hosts in a campground, office workers in an RV park, sometimes even a volunteer at a State or National park.

Sometimes you are paid a nominal hourly rate, plus you receive a full-hookup RV space.

Other times, it is only the RV space, as you are working in a volunteer position.

This might mean 20-hours or more a week of work in exchange for your RV site. If you are a couple, this usually means you each must work a set number of hours per week.

Some people love this arrangement, but for us, we quickly discovered it wasn’t our cup of tea.

We just didn’t fit well into a tight regimen, being at the beck and call of a supervisor, and making very small money.

We’re both more entrepreneurial than that. But for some people, it’s a perfect fit.

So, we set out to find a different option. In a way, we were kind of like pioneers. While most folks were scrambling for their next workcamping jobs, I started my copywriting business.

I have to smile when some new to the RV lifestyle act like they discovered the Internet and working from the road. We started doing that when we still had a bag phone for communication.

That thing was the size of a backpack!

RV Living: A Fun Twist To Working From Home Online

But it worked. And we GREW in experience and knowledge and SHRANK our phone over time.

For me, and others I’ve taught, copywriting has been the springboard to an extremely successful business I can do from anywhere.

We have literally been in almost every state in the USA, most of Canada, and even lived in Central Mexico for two years (without the RV), plus owned several different properties in Arizona.

I’ve been able to work from anywhere and everywhere, thanks to the Internet and my copywriting skills. Combine that with Divine guidance and an abundance mindset, and it’s been pretty amazing.

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I clearly remember sitting in Grand Teton in the RV, writing a sales letter that brought in $10,000. Yep. For ONE sales letter. There simply wasn’t any way we’re going to clean toilets in exchange for a full-hookup RV site when I could do this instead!

How about this for your office view? This is what I looked out at while I worked…

RV Living: A Fun Twist To Working From Home Online

Now our RV is dubbed the Mobile Office, though some call it the Command Center when they see it because it’s kind of imposing.

Our RV is called a Renegade and is built on a Freightliner Heavy Duty Truck Chassis.

Yep, it’s big! 45’ long, plus I tow a 4-door Jeep Rubicon behind it.

RV Living: A Fun Twist To Working From Home Online

So, if you long to have more freedom in your life and would love to take to the open road in your RV, take heart!

Because if you’re the entrepreneurial type, who also wants to make more than minimum wage for your efforts, there are a number of ways you can work at home from your RV.

Nowadays, with the variety of ways you can gain Internet access, cell phones, boosters, data plans, and smart technology, there’s simply no reason you can’t be successful working from home online and experiencing the exhilaration of the RV lifestyle.

You can work from home online, even if “home” has four (or more!) wheels. Home really IS where you park it.

You can work from a laptop, literally on your dining room table or even the dashboard of your RV.

I prefer to use an iMac desktop computer. We have had several different versions of mobile office over the past 20 years, but we always customize the interior to accommodate my office.

Here’s my current setup…

RV Living: A Fun Twist To Working From Home Online

You can work from anywhere, as long as you have an Internet connection and can get online.

Wondering what kind of work at home job you can do from your RV?

Here are some ideas for you:

1. Blogging

When you do it the right way, blogging can provide an income for you, and it’s fun too!

Not only do you get to flex your writing muscles, you can structure your blog posts to attract traffic by using keywords people are looking for.

The first thing to do is simply BEGIN!

I recommend creating your blog in WordPress, because Google loves WordPress and it will help you attract organic traffic to your site. It has search engine optimization built into it.

Even if you’re not particularly techy (like me!) it doesn’t have to be that hard to create your first blog. Start right here with How To Start A Blog and follow the steps.

You can seriously be up and running with a blog in ONE day.

However, if you’re like me, maybe you want to get started on the right foot by digging a little bit deeper into the foundational strategy for your blog. Especially if you are non-techy and just need a step by step process to follow.

I invested in a very affordable training called Blog by Number, and I highly recommend it.

Suzi just has a way of literally going one step at a time, while explaining both the HOW and the WHY as you go. Super helpful!

Don’t make the mistake of going for a free WordPress site though. You won’t be able to monetize it unless you go for the paid version, which is very inexpensive.

If you want to make money from home in your RV, you need to begin your blog with the end in mind. And that means, building a foundation from day one that will allow you to monetize your blog.

How do you do that you ask?

There are a number of ways to work from home online with your blog:

Guest Blog Posts
Sponsorship
Paid Ads
Affiliate Marketing
Offering Freelance Services
Promoting Your Own Products

Of these, the ones that can make you a really great income would be Affiliate Marketing, Offering Freelance Services, and Promoting Your Own Products.

I’ll be writing more about this in other blog posts.

Today let’s talk a bit about Affiliate Marketing and Freelance Services as ways to make money with your blog.

2. Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate Marketing is when you endorse products or services you personally use, recommend, and believe in.

You get what is called an affiliate link for each product or service, and then whenever someone decides to purchase through your link, you receive a small commission.

Over time, the small commissions can really add up to very tidy sum.

And you can continue to grow your affiliate income, as the momentum builds, and you attract a larger audience to your blog.

A lot of new bloggers completely overlook this aspect of generating income through a blog.

But if you are new to all this, you need to learn how to do affiliate marketing ethically and appropriately, so you don’t accidentally spam anybody!

If you want to learn more about affiliate marketing, I recommend starting with a course by Michelle Schroeder called “Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing.”

Michelle started off as a fulltime RVer and now is a fulltime sailor on a catamaran, so she really proves the point of making money from home, even if it is a floating home now!

3. Freelance Services

Of course, I am a big proponent of offering client services as a way to make money from home online.

For me, it’s been direct response copywriting.

Honestly, when I began providing copywriting services, it changed our lives.

Basically, copywriting is when you write marketing copy for online and offline businesses.

You can focus on entrepreneurs, sticks and bricks store owners, and everything in between.

You can decide to specialize in a particular niche, like real estate, Internet marketing or personal coaching…or you can be more into multiple niches like I’ve always been.

You can totally up-level your copywriting skills by understanding the marketing strategies that support all the copy elements. And no, you don’t have to come into it already knowing all that!

You can begin from exactly where you’re at.

For example, I didn’t start as a copywriter until I was past 50!

And I don’t have a college degree.

In fact, I was on my own in Seattle at the tender age of 17. I didn’t have an easy path, and for many years I never would have believed I could achieve what I’ve been able to do!

So, I’m not kidding when I say, “It’s never too late!” It really isn’t.

But for you, maybe it’s something different that rings your entrepreneurial chimes!

Here Are Seven Ideas For In-Demand Freelance Services You Could Offer…

Special event photographer
Web Designer
ClickFunnels Marketing Funnel Builder
Facebook Ad Specialist
Social Media Manager
Virtual Assistant

Of course, it goes without saying, for any of these ideas, it’s up to you to put in the effort, acquire the necessary skills, and put yourself out there.

Nobody can promise or guarantee what YOU will make. Only you can make that happen.

But it really is possible to be successful!

And when you take some time to think about it, there are SO many ways you can embrace the RV lifestyle and still make an excellent income from the road.

It really IS the ultimate way to create a work at home job for yourself!

How About You?

Do you have any ideas you’d like to explore about working from home online or RV living fulltime?

Just post your comment below and I’ll do my best to answer your questions!

Until next time…

Happy trails!

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