So yesterday I had an interview for a part-time job while my career takes off. The interviewer asked me what I like to do. Of course I told her write! Anyways, she said that it showed I was an entrepreneur, creating my own employment. In other words? A self-starter. Employers like that! It shows that not only can they count on you to get work done, but also improve their business.
So, what is the point? Use your writing as a positive on applications! It may help you land a job.