I totally understand — you just found out about the wonderful world of writing, or you are finally ready to make that first step towards becoming a paid author — but where do you even start? You are eager to get that first freelance writing gig and earn some cash, but the ‘where’ and the ‘how’ can be more complex than initially expected, especially if you want to properly and steadily generate income as a freelancer. Being a freelancer means becoming CEO of your very own micro-company — and to help you organize your business set-up strategically, WordBend has compiled a list of 5 essential first steps every novice freelance writer must take before getting down to business. Let’s go!