How to Make Money as an Author

How to Make Money as an Author: Teaching Ministry Leaders and Coaches the 10 Most Profitable Virtual Career Options They Can Start in 2022 to Finance Their Authorship

1/1/2022

Greetings, Beloved, and welcome to The Write Conservative Blog Series.

I am Coach Felecia Killings, Founder and CEO of The Felecia Killings Foundation.

At The Foundation, our vision is to be the premier educational platform and book-publishing company that delivers spiritual and practical training to 10,000,000 leaders with conservative values.

Our mission is to equip each leader for the work of their ministry, business, and platform; and we purpose to help each leader tell their empowering stories, package their expertise in book format, and become a national powerhouse in the social, political, and economic spheres.

We accomplish this mission by providing advanced training solutions via our e-books, e-courses, monthly virtual summits, and leadership development and book-publishing school.

In addition, through our daily empowerment on Twitter and our Conscious Conservative Social Media Network, we teach men and women how to walk in their calling while showing them how to empower readers to build empires based on Kingdom principles.

No matter your story, no matter your circumstance, God is ready to perform great wonders through you. My life is a living testament to this.

And our virtual training and online community will help you manifest your calling, starting now.

The Write Conservative Blog Series is our newest empowering space within The Foundation, teaching leaders with conservative values how to package their story and expertise in book format.

Our FREE online sessions (via this blog) provide core lessons that deliver a snippet of what our premium authors receive in the book-publishing school.

Our training walks aspiring authors from A to Z of writerpreneurship. And when each author-client completes their education, they will have their books published and promoted through our publishing company for life.

Now, when discussing "conservative values," I am not restricting my authorship teachings to just the political space.

Conservative values are often those traditional principles we see in the culture and society.

As such, if you have expertise in areas such as parenting, marriage, finances, and more, these FREE lessons will show you how to get started in putting your ideas in a book for the world to read.

Ultimately, my purpose for each lesson is to teach you how to own your hard story, publish your new book, and build a virtual empire that empowers millions annually with your God-focused message.

Since 2011, I've worked with new and aspiring authors like you, showing them how to build a successful online business or virtual ministry around their authorship. My clients have become best-selling authors, online teachers, world-renown ministers, and award-winning coaches in their industries.

The lessons I taught them throughout our coaching sessions are the same ones I implemented within my own virtual empire; and today, as a result of remaining consistent in this endeavor, my platform has become a national powerhouse within the conservative political space.

Just to give you an idea of my background: I've been featured on major independent and mainstream conservative outlets, including Red State, Sonnie's Corner, FOX Primetime, FOX and Friends, the New York Post, FOX Digital, and more. My Movement's consultant work provides key strategies for candidates who need to win Black voters' hearts to secure election victories.

And that's just what I've accomplished as a result of becoming a published author.

At the core of my coaching work, however, is my desire to see rising leaders like you walk fully in your calling. I believe you have an empowering message to share with people in your sphere of influence. I believe you are called to lead in your space.

But often times, people like you suppress that calling because your story is too hard or controversial. You worry about other people discovering what you've gone through, but I am here to tell you that story is exactly what people need who are enduring similar hardships like you.

As with all my teachings, I will share spiritual and practical insight to help you fully embrace your life's journey. More specifically, I will teach you why God uses "the least of these" to carry out His greatest exploits.

But I won't stop there.

While it is great to have the inspiration and motivation to walk in your grace, you also need the "science" behind building a platform, venture, or book product that will reach the audience God wants you to empower.

So, as you read each lesson, be sure to take notes on the practical steps involved in this process.

Book publishing is simply one part of your life's mission and purpose.

It is the tangible product of a larger piece.

Whether you decide to launch a political platform, start an online business, or create a virtual ministry, your book is key to unlocking other doors of opportunities.

And The Write Conservative Blog Series is the vehicle I use to help you get started.

But to claim the most from your experience, you will need advanced coaching and lessons about the process, which can now be found in our online program, The Write Conservative Book Publishing School.

Our training is a self-paced, intensive coaching program that contains 10 core lessons focused on:

Creating the mindset for your success as an author
Developing the business plan for your authorship
Identifying the message you’re called to deliver
Identifying the people you’re called to empower
Identifying the core story you will use in your book to highlight your core message or expertise
Performing extensive research on your topic before writing a single word for your manuscript
Generating 10-15 subtopics (core lessons) within your core message that leads the reader from point A to B on their journey
Learning how to use your story (storytelling) to support the core principles/lessons in your book
Learning how to stay motivated and most productive during the book-publishing process
Learning how to write your 20K - 30K manuscript in 45 days

By the end of your training, you will:

Become a published author through a nationally-recognized organization
Develop an established brand
Generate wealth through your book-publishing venture
Become a featured author in our Movement
And be equipped to dominate the online space with your empowering message

Stay tuned, because you will learn more about this offering later.

Within today's empowering post, I will teach you 10 of the most profitable virtual careers you can start as a new author.

The online space continues providing multiple opportunities for creatives like you to monetize your gifts and message. And with the right training, you will start seeing vast results.

Now, without further delay, let's jump into this teaching.

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How to Make Money as an Author | Teaching New Authors the 10 Most Profitable Virtual Career Options They Can Start in 2022 to Finance Their Authorship

In this 21-page guide, you will learn 10 of the most unique and profitable methods for generating wealth as an author. Using her own experiences and that of others, Coach Felecia shows you why authorship is a viable career in today's online market.

Take Inventory of Your Skill Sets

Let's begin this lesson with a preliminary statement: To be most profitable, you must know your skill sets and what you can offer the people.

When I first began my online business in 2015, I pulled upon my skill set as an effective communications expert and teacher. At the time, various organizations were establishing new online educational programs; and they were searching for former teachers who could deliver quality work.

In 2015, I received my first 5-figure contract, writing American History curriculum for Spider Learning. This was the first time I realized I could earn income online doing what I was paid to do in the traditional workforce. I used my previous work experience to secure the position. And while a shift towards virtual work proved challenging, it was the best economic decision for me at the time.

If you're struggling to find work in the traditional manner, the online space provides numerous opportunities for men and women.

And I want to share 10 virtual career options that will position you for economic success.

The 5 Best Virtual Career Options When You Want to Focus Exclusively on Writing

Now that you have your skill sets in place, let's discuss different ways you can earn substantial income working remotely.

Because The Foundation focuses a lot of attention on the written and spoken word, I'll begin this discussion by pointing you to career options for writers.

Become a Writing Coach

In today's online market, the self-publishing industry has made it easy and possible for novice writers to become nationally-recognized coaches. To be most successful, however, coaches must treat their products (books) as a branch of their online brand and business. Within The Felecia Killings Foundation, we specifically work with men and women to get them started in this career. There are multiple books or e-books that you can create, which may focus on your story, mastering a skill, or anything useful to the market.

And with our training via our book-publishing school, The Write Conservative, we help you put a book together based on your unique coaching services while reaching millions with your message.

Become a Nationally-Recognized Blogger

Blogging is one of the hottest forms of content creation in the virtual space. Writers who enjoy constructing content on specific topics can contribute to their own blogs as often as desired. And when done correctly, a writer can earn income from their platform.

While blogging has become a popular industry for millions of new writers, very few have successfully generated income from their blog. According to recent reports, about 5-10% of today's bloggers generate full-time income from their blog.

Approximately 62% of bloggers barely make $500 consecutively with their blog. And hardly any generate $100 for the whole year.

While these numbers might depress you (sorry for that, Beloved!), there is a scientific reason for it. Bloggers who do not treat their blog as a business do not earn income.

Period.

Back in 2015, I tried my hand at blogging for the first time.

It failed.

Miserably.

Then in 2016, when I wrote an article about effective ways to edit one's manuscript, I acquired an $800 editing client who needed me to work on her project. That's when I realized blogging is simply a way for me to convey my expertise by giving value to the reader. And that's how I would encourage you to treat your blog should you decide to start one.

Blogging must be seen as a marketing tool rather than a place for you to tell stories randomly or to journal your life's happenings. Yes, it's possible to create a blog that focuses on you, but you need a fan base to make that platform profitable.

But if you're looking to earn ongoing income using your writing in this respect, blog about your expertise. Write articles, especially long-form articles, that provide immense value to your readers. Share your posts in different social media groups. And have a service to sell (like editing, bookkeeping, freelance writing, etc.) that readers can hire.

Intentional blogging to promote your services or products is the FASTEST way to generate wealth using a blog.

Become a Content Marketing Expert

As the workforce quickly shifts to complete virtual interactions, companies are looking for content creators who can help them construct engaging materials for their prospects. Today, there are businesses like Hubspot or Story Brand that provide direct training to rising marketers.

On average, a Content Marketing Specialist can earn $62,000 a year by managing a company's content marketing department. This is a lucrative career, which can be accomplished virtually. And if you stick with this industry long enough, you can eventually form your own content marketing firm like Neil Patel's.

Become an Online English Teacher or Curriculum Creator

If you have experience working in the school systems, especially in the English Department, take your skill set to online learning communities. New programs emerge frequently, especially with the growing demand for online learning.

As I shared earlier, in 2015, Spider Learning contracted my services to help them create curriculum for their online audience. The contract paid $25,000, and it enabled me to get a fresh start for me and my daughter. I found this opportunity on Indeed. But you can also search other job boards like FlexJobs to find curriculum writing contracts.

If you find it challenging to locate a curriculum contract, there's always the option of creating your own curriculum and selling it to an audience.

For example, within The Foundation, we have an online school for authors. I developed the curriculum and sold it to new Authors who wanted assistance in creating a business or ministry around their authorship.

In addition, I continuously develop new lessons on my blog and Networks for Beloveds involved in the political space. I generate income via Beloved Sponsorships or Beloved Donations, which keep the virtual ministry alive.

In like manner, you can create online curriculum for your business. But if you're going to build something of your own, give yourself time to build an audience that will remain loyal to your brand. If you need income immediately, then the best route is to find educational organizations that need content creators now.

Become a Ghostwriter or Freelance Writer

Ghostwriting is the art of constructing books or other content on behalf of an author. When I first began my online career, I wrote small books for rising entrepreneurs. The pay was small compared to what I charge today. But it was the first time I realized I could generate income simply from writing.

If you're wondering why people would hire writers to construct their works, the answer is simple. Not everyone has the skill set to communicate their thoughts to the world. Not everyone knows how to tell their story in a way that readers feel locked into their space.

Effective communication is a skill set best learned through years of practice; and some people simply do not want to purchase the training to get their ideas to the market.

As a result, they hire skilled ghostwriters or freelancers to create a product for them. And you can be one such writer.

The 2 Best Virtual Career Options for Authors Who Want to Combine Their Speaking Skills

Now we move into a different industry that provides opportunities for authors to work virtually while combining their oral communication skills.

Become a Virtual Minister

Virtual ministry has slowly taken off in this new decade due to the rise in COVID restrictions nationwide. Churches have moved into the online space to remain connected with their members. But not many have learned to expand their ministry so it reaches the masses.

Within The Foundation, we have taught our scholars and clients the need to bring their messages online. We encourage them to set up shop on a social media platform; deliver the message God has given to them; and establish an online congregation that will eventually support their virtual ministry via donations or other monetized services.

And you can do the same, Beloved.

Recently, The Foundation has partnered with Allen Parr Ministries, which brings weekly Bible teachings to millions of people online. Allen Parr recently released his new online training program, Creators for Christ, which teaches people how to start their online ministry. He began this journey a few years ago after realizing the leaders in his church wouldn't allow his gifts to flourish. Rather than wallowing in that defeat, he set up a YouTube channel that now has over 850K subscribers. Each week, he brings a new teaching to help Christians succeed in their walk.

And you can enroll in his empowering courses to help you build your virtual ministry while earning full-time income. (Enroll in Creators for Christ and Monetize Your Message today.)

Parr's ministry is an excellent example of what rising virtual ministers can do, starting now. While it will take time to generate full-time income from this work, getting started today means seeing vast results within 12-24 months.

If you're looking to move in this direction, I encourage you to invest in your training immediately. His courses show you how to turn that investment into a full-time career, making as much money as you desire, if you're willing to put in the work.

I trust these courses completely because I have seen the evidence of that training. And I am so excited to have The Foundation partnering with Allen Parr Ministries to get more rising virtual leaders to the forefront.

Become a YouTube Motivational Speaker

In the same way Virtual Ministers work full-time in their online career, so can authors who are also motivational speakers.

YouTube provides a platform for anyone with an empowering message to grow their audience, which eventually funds that speaker's work.

If I had to start my virtual ministry again, I would probably use YouTube to make that happen. In the past, I took to Facebook to launch my work, but that platform did not provide a monetization system for me.

YouTube, however, did. And if I had Allen Parr's course back in 2016, I would have done significantly well on that platform while generating additional income for The Foundation.

So, if you have an empowering message for people, especially during these difficult times, you can create a new online career as a YouTube Motivational Speaker. Learn how to monetize your message, starting now. And continue investing in your Speaker Platform so it maintains a national or international presence.

The Best Virtual Career Option for Authors Called to Do Community Work

For many people, empowering their local communities is their calling. Whether it's to bless other people, to help their local churches, or to feed the homeless, folks are building social empires that transform lives.

But with the recent lock downs, community leaders often struggle to rally people on the ground. To compensate, some community leaders and activists are mobilizing online to get equal or greater results.

One of the ways they accomplish this is by starting social media movements. This career pathway not only provides social empowerment as it relates to specific issues, but it grants the Founder an opportunity to work at his or her mission full-time.

Creating social media movements are quite complicated and require strategic organization. But when implemented effectively, your authorship and its message can reach millions monthly.

This is what I've done recently with my nationally-recognized work, The Conscious Conservative Movement. Since launching in 2019, our efforts reached the heights of Washington D.C. Voices within our space were influential in delivering key insight to the Trump Administration's push for effective Black Voter Outreach.

The strength of our Movement is based on the collective work of rising leaders and established conservative voices, who each have their own brands but are working as a Body to empower communities.

And you, Beloved, can create a movement of your own that will transform lives locally, state-wide, or nationally.

Founders of Social Media Movements find unique ways to monetize their works by:

Selling movement merchandise
Selling books related to the cause
Garnering sponsorships and donations
Hosting online and offline events

Let me add here: When creating a social media movement, it's important to do it for the right reasons. While people are willing to fund and support massive works, they should also trust that you are leading a cause worthy of their dollars. Too often, especially in the political space, people have swindled the public into donating billions of dollars to organizations that do nothing in our local communities.

You don't want your movement to have that type of reputation. So, if choosing this career pathway aligns with your calling, make sure to remain loyal to the Holy Spirit, your principles, and the people you're called to empower.

As I often teach Beloveds, continue doing things God's way and you will get His results. And as you seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, all other things -- including the finances needed to carry out His mission -- will be added to you.

The Felecia Killings Foundation is a living testament to this spiritual law.

The Best Virtual Career Option for Authors Who Love Living on Social Media

Since the spread of COVID, people have turned to social media in record numbers. New social apps are also appearing, granting new experiences for social media addicts.

If you find yourself engaging routinely on these platforms, consider a new career as a Social Media Influencer.

These individuals are skilled content creators who select certain platforms to share information that astounds a particular audience.

For example, as a Social Media Influencer, you can discuss topics related to your expertise. Are you a homeschool parent? If so, hop on Tik Tok to share video content with other mothers that will help them. And then write a book around that skill set.

Are you skilled in calligraphy? If so, hop on this same platform (or other visual ones) to share your craft with others. And then write a book that teaches readers how to perform the skill.

As you build a loyal fan base, businesses will connect with you for sponsorship opportunities. (You can also pitch your favorite businesses to feature their products for a certain fee.)

In my case, I've leveraged Twitter to become a Social Media Influencer and Movement Shaker via my Twitter Class. I use this platform to mobilize more leaders around the cause of spreading authentic conservatism to our communities. In addition, I deliver FREE lessons to my Beloved audience to help them reach others with the empowering message.

The genius who taught me about mastering Twitter is none other than Bryan Sharpe, aka Hotep Jesus on Twitter. His empowering manual, Dominate Twitter, delivers actionable strategies to help your content reach millions each month.

Since using his techniques, my Twitter account has generated 65M impressions. Within a 24-month period, my Twitter Class Tribe grew from 300 followers to 25,000+. Sharpe's other scholars have used his resource to generate 6-figure income simply from tweeting more intentionally. And when positioning yourself as a Twitter Influencer, Sharpe helps you do so based on authenticity and originality.

Because of my daily Twitter Classes, I've established a Donor Base that helps fund the work. My Beloved Givers know not only are they investing in this work of ministry, but a portion of our funds go towards our newest book drive and evangelism efforts in Atlanta, GA.

As an Influencer, I'm open and transparent with my audience about the funds we generate. I want them to trust the work. So, each year, I share a financial "statement" that gives them a snapshot of how much money The Foundation has raised and what we are doing with the resources.

For example, in 2020, we successfully raised $20,000, which helped The Foundation get established in our new state (Georgia).

In 2021, we generated $65,000+, which we used to pay my salary, donate grocery blessings to single mothers, purchase and distribute hundreds of children's books in Atlanta, GA, and much more!

As a token of our appreciation, The Foundation provides marketing opportunities for our Donors, exclusive e-books, and VIP access to our annual events.

My work in the social media space is to ensure everyone is empowered. And because I keep my Beloveds in mind, the virtual platform increases daily.

If you want to influence people to do something great, you can take advantage of social media the right way. Give people something to hope for, something that brings them empowerment. And as more people trust your voice, they will gladly support your work financially.

The Best Virtual Career Option for Authors Who Love Reading Books and Want to Blog About It

Recently, I came across a blogger who loves reading books. MindJoggle shares weekly content with her readers, giving them the inside scoop on the best books to read for the year.

When I came across her blog, I noticed she monetizes her platform using ads and an online shop to sell book journals.

If you have a passion for reading books, you can create a blog like hers to share with people looking for the best of the best books.

Recently, I added a new revenue stream to The Foundation. For new authors looking to gain more exposure, we offer a sponsorship opportunity called Twitter Class Authors Blast, which brings their new works before my audience. This offer includes lifetime placement on The Foundation's website plus an author's page on our Bookstore. In addition, I engage in Twitter discussions related to their books for one hour. My tweets can be used as social proof for an author's website. And because I am an Influencer, authors gain more credibility for their works.

You can provide a similar service to the readers' market, or you can start a blog that features thousands of books. With enough blog traffic, you can generate passive income using Google Ads or other affiliate programs. It will take time to build this venture. But once your system is in place, you can create a new virtual career that lasts a lifetime.

In Conclusion ...

The online space has provided multiple opportunities for authors, new and seasoned, to create their own virtual careers that fund their authorship.

If you know you're called to be in the publishing industry, and you want to learn how to build a business or ministry around that gift, then get started today!

With the right coach and the right training, you will see yourself reaching new economic heights.

Special Offer: Register Today for Our FREE 10-Day E-Course, "How to Bring Your Story to the National Forefront & Start Generating Wealth Through Your Authorship"

During the course, you will receive empowering lessons that focus on:

The 5 key steps to help you write an inspirational manuscript based on your story in 45 days
How to tell your hard story unashamedly
How to deal with people who will hate you for telling your story
How to know the right time to publish your story
How to build hype around your book BEFORE you publish
How to generate wealth for your authorship beyond book publishing
How to determine how best to invest financially in your authorship

This lesson from The Write Conservative Class is sponsored by Coach Felecia's newest e-book, 6 Pillars for Building an Online Business or Virtual Ministry Around Your Authorship.

For many writers, we long to use our gifts and talents to inspire others; but oftentimes, we withhold our contributions because we lack the spiritual and technical training to make our works a success.

In this Empowering Guide, Coach Felecia will teach you the 6 pillars that have helped her virtual empire (and that of her scholars) grow exponentially. More specifically, you will learn about:

The science behind Writerpreneurship and how it influences your business or ministry
Laying the foundation for your future work, especially your new book
Establishing a successful career pathway for your new online business or virtual ministry
Becoming a unique voice in this crowded space (via your brand and online presence)
Employing skilled marketing techniques that help you reach the masses
Fishing for your readers, buyers, and visitors using social media
And finally, the steps required for constructing, publishing, and launching your book

Whether you are a new or aspiring author, or if you have a book already published, you will find this teaching truly powerful.

Upon purchase, you will instantly receive:

Felecia's 65-minute workshop presentation embedded in the e-guide
Felecia's 35-page e-guide w/ interactive assignments

With this training resource, you will have what’s needed to move forward in your venture.

This lesson is also sponsored by The Write Conservative Book Publishing School

From Best-Selling Author and Award-Winning Coach, Felecia Killings, comes an upscale training program that empowers aspiring authors with conservative values.

The Write Conservative is the #1 coaching program that provides a proven, step-by-step process to help today's leaders write, publish, and launch their new book and virtual empire.

During the online training, you will learn:

How to lay the foundation for your authorship and new virtual empire
How to create a story brand and online voice that attracts the right people to your empowering platform
How to construct your manuscript in 3-6 months
And how to publish your book through The Foundation and generate your first book sales

Lessons and weekly homework assignments within this program include:

Creating the mindset for your success as an author
Developing the business plan for your authorship, which entails your vision and mission statements
Identifying the message you’re called to deliver
Identifying the people you’re called to empower
Identifying the core story you will use in your book to highlight the core message or expertise
Performing extensive research on your topic before writing a single word for your manuscript
Generating 10-15 subtopics (core lessons) within your core message that lead readers from point A to B on their journey
Learning how to use your story (storytelling) to support the core principles/lessons in your book
Learning to stay motivated and most productive during the book-building process
Securing the right experts for your publishing journey
How to write your 20K - 30K manuscript in 45 days and submit to The Foundation for final production
Creating the launch sequence for your book
Getting your book published and featured during your online book launch

BONUS lessons within the program include:

Conveying your story within the social, political, or economic spaces
How to secure appearances on mainstream and independent media outlets using your book
Why your book is the roadmap for your future speaking engagements
How to scale your virtual empire to reach millions each month
How to become "uncancellable" by owning your hard story, using it to empower others, and not caring what anyone has to say about it
And so much more!

By the end of the program:

You will be a published author
You will develop an established brand
You will have a clear and concise mission and vision for your platform
You will learn how to generate wealth through your book-publishing venture
You will be equipped to dominate the online space
And you will be among a network of other influencers, authors, and leaders who are changing the world using their dynamic stories

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