Image via Wikipedia There are a lot of web writers, content writers, freelance writers...whatever you want to call us, that don't really define themselves as "a writer". They're either wary of doing so because they lack confidence in their abilities, they lack confidence in the web's ability to sustain them enough to call it a job, or it's REALLY not their job.
And there's nothing wrong with that. Some people don't want to label their web writing as a job because it's more of a hobby for them and when they start calling it "work" it becomes work instead of just this fun thing. Now, there are people who will disparage the leisurely web writer. They'll say that "those people" are ruining the trade or profession.
I say bullshit. If you want to be considered any different in my book then any other writer then you have to show me some kind of formal training or degree. And I'm not talking about your Liberal Arts Degree. You need to show me a lot. If you want to walk around with your web writing nose stuck in the air then you have to show me how your different.
The truth is that 99% of all web writers are just dudes and dudettes that like writing and want to make money from it.
Just like any business there are differing levels of quality. Some stay in business because they are savvy and good at what they do. Others fail.
Every food joint that opens and closes because its crap doesn't make other establishments look bad. It makes them look better.
So, here's my two bits:
If you think you're an awesome web writer, then good for you. Congratulations. Don't tell me what is or isn't a good web writer, though. Just stay in your little bubble and be successful. You aren't the web writer/content writer police. Shut up.
If someone is trying to start an web writing career then HELP them. There's plenty of work out there. No one is trying to steal your prized client or your 2.7 cents a word at Textbroker.
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