I experienced that $0.005/word. My first job only pays 300 per day, no work no pay basis. I had to accept the 10 articles per week for a min of 1000 words because I could barely receive 6000 per month in my full-time job. It was not enough. Transportation alone ate my salary--a total of three rides from my hometown to my workplace. Others wanted a holiday, but it's the opposite for me.

I lasted for 6 months in that article writing and decided to pursue blog writing. Later on, I found BitLanders, Steemit, and then Hive. Luckily, I got promoted and there was a major salary increase.

Now, I'm a freelancer. I started becoming one when the pandemic started. As of now, I'm enjoying my current work status. It's not totally related to writing, but I was able to combine a bit of writing and my course, which looks great to me.

There's a big opportunity out there for freelancers. But some people look down on us, like "Ay Freelancer diay ka?" "Wala man diay nay physical company." "So it's not a stable job." Haysss... Can I kalbo you one time? Char! haha