How I Make $3K–$5K/Month Writing Online — and How You Can Too

Nicholas Smith
4 min read6 days ago

Unlock the hidden potential of online writing and start earning today.

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My Unexpected Journey to $5K/Month

Five years ago, I never imagined making a living through writing. In fact, becoming a writer wasn’t even on my radar. I dreamed of being a gym instructor, helping others achieve their fitness goals. But life had other plans. Family opinions — and the reality of limited opportunities in the fitness world in India — pushed me to seek alternative career paths.

I was never built for the typical 9-to-5, and that realization led me to explore the vast world of online income. After dabbling in Instagram theme pages, YouTube videos, and multiple other ventures that didn’t pan out, I found my true calling: writing.

Despite never having written more than school assignments, I dove into online writing in 2021. While it wasn’t an immediate gold mine, my love for writing grew, and I knew this was something I could monetize.

Writing isn’t just an art; it’s a business waiting to be mastered.

Writing Online Changed Everything

While Medium was my entry point, it didn’t initially pay the bills. What did was…

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Nicholas Smith

I'm Nicholas Smith, a dedicated wordsmith on a lifelong quest to breathe life into stories and ideas through the power of the pen