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WAHM > Stay at Home Mom Work Ideas > Selling a Service > Technical Writing Business

Start a Technical Writing Service from Home

What you will be doing. Ever wonder who writes the manuals that come with toys, televisions, VCR’s, and other gadgets?

Technical writers turn the jargon of particular trades into a language that can be understood by the average person.

They also make sure the wording does not lose the meaning that needs to be conveyed by the product makers.

They create manuals for individuals, company executives, step-by-step instructions, and writings for other individual groups that need product information.

How to start. Technical writers are in big demand. Choosing a niche market will make your advertising more focused when looking for clients. Most writers specialize in the area that they have experience in such as scientific, computers, legal, or medical to name a few. Freelance technical writers provide clients with professional writing skills without the cost of insurance and benefits required for a company employee.

Setting up a website gives the freelance technical writer a forum to showcase your credentials. To get some experience, sign up with services like Elance. Each professional creates a profile for clients to view before they make their choice. Elance and other freelance companies provide jobs and experience for you and your business with very little outlay of cash.

Starting costs. Technical writers need a home office.
Initially, local clients that engage your services will want to meet with you on their premises to give preliminary information about the product.

If you have a home computer with Internet access, the initial costs will be reduced.

For the office, a laser printer, fax machine, telephone, and copier are also needed. Software that allows you to present the information in different formats for the client is advantageous. Buying some technical manuals to use as reference materials is a wise choice. Look to spend around $2,000 to $5,000 for equipment and advertising.

Skills needed. Technical writers are experts in the field in which they write. They accurately translate the double speak into words that we can understand. Communicating well with clients ensures that they receive the product that they expect. Continuing to hone your skills in the chosen field of expertise is a must for those who want to stay at the top of their game.

Marketing. Advertise in trade magazines for your niche market and writing magazines. Join writing associations and forums to find new opportunities and ways to grow you business. Through freelance agencies and websites you’ll make contacts that can benefit your business in the long run. Join affiliate programs with other business websites to gain exposure for your business.

Technical writing is a wide open field. If you are a freelance writer with a special knowledge of a certain field, technical writing can be an added bonus for your business.

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