While we live in literate society, writing is still a challenge for many people especially when it comes to certain types of documents and correspondence. If you write well, you can help many people and make money along the way.

1. Applications

Most applications are pretty straightforward. However some of them can be both confusing and time consuming. Examples include various government forms and mortgage applications. Many of them are long and involve hard to understand terminology.

I am sure a number of people would gladly pay a reasonable fee to someone to help them fill certain applications. This is a good way to make money for a person who is experienced in filling long, difficult applications or willing to learn.

2. Business letters

Most of us are used to Emails, text messaging and other modern means of communication that require a few short sentences. Nevertheless we still have to write letters sometimes. Most of these letters involve some kind of official business. It could be a dispute with landlord or credit card company, letter to congressman...

Many people feel somewhat uncomfortable writing letters because they are not used to it. If you have good writing skills, this is your opportunity to earn extra money.

3. Speeches

From time to time we have to make speeches during events such as business meetings and presentations, weddings and family reunions. Some people are better than others at expressing their thoughts. People in the second category usually have a good idea about what they want to say but don't know how to do it in eloquent manner. You can offer to write speeches for them.

Your success in this endeavor depends on two important factors: your ability to listen to people in order to understand what they want to say exactly and your ability to write eloquently.