How To Get Paid What You’re Worth + Tax As A Ghostwriter

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Fact: I’ve made over $10,000 ghostwriting since starting in 2015.

My secret: Asking for more and getting paid beyond what I’m worth.

Truth is people will pay you what they think you deserve and not what you’re worth, especially as a woman.

But as a ghostwriter, you have the power to change that.

Many clients have offered me lowball offers for projects that would require more effort and time than what they were offering.

What did I do?

I walked away or respectfully declined.

I knew my worth and the value I brought to their project.

And I refused to settle for less.

But it wasn’t always easy.

It took a lot of courage and self-worth to stand up for myself and demand what I deserved.

So how did I do it?

Here are some tips on how you can get paid what you’re worth as a ghostwriter.

1. Know Your Worth

The first step is to know your worth as a ghostwriter.

This means understanding the market rates for your writing services, considering your experience and expertise, and evaluating the value you bring…