How to Work With Writers
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The document provides tips for effectively working with writers. It discusses 3 common issues that can drive writers away: 1) not paying for samples, 2) unclear payment terms, and 3) lack of communication. The key recommendations are to 1) pay writers for samples or portfolio work, 2) establish a deposit or payment schedule for protection, and 3) communicate regularly without micromanaging to set the writer up for success.
How to Work With Writers
- 1. How to Work With Writers 1 A presentation by Sharon Hurley Hall
- 2. Looking for the right writer? 2
- 3. If you can’t find her, maybe you are sending MIXED SIGNALS 3
- 4. There are 3 reasons why writers might not want to work with you 4
- 5. 1. Getting Samples 2. Paying Writers 3. Communication 5
- 6. 1. Getting Samples 6 Clients think: I need to see your work before I hire you
- 7. 1. Getting Samples 7 Writers think: The last guy that got a sample didn’t pay me
- 8. 1. Getting Samples 8 What’s the answer?
- 9. 1. Getting Samples 9 Pay writers for a sample article or post
- 10. 1. Getting Samples 10 Check out their portfolio and speak to past clients
- 11. 2. Paying Writers 11 Clients think: If I pay you, how do I know you will do the work?
- 12. 2. Paying Writers 12 Writers think: If I do the work, how do I know you will pay me?
- 13. 2. Paying Writers 13 What’s the answer?
- 14. 2. Paying Writers 14 Treat your writer like a business, and pay a deposit
- 15. 2. Paying Writers 15 Most writers take 50%, 33% or even 25%
- 16. 2. Paying Writers 16 Or pay in instalments To protect both parties
- 17. 2. Paying Writers 17 You can also use an escrow system
- 18. 3. Communication 18 Clients think: I’m too busy to talk. That’s why I hired you
- 19. 3. Communication 19 Writers think: If you aren’t available, how can I complete the writing job?
- 20. 3. Communication 20 What’s the answer?
- 21. 3. Communication 21 If you don’t communicate then it’s unfair to set strict deadlines
- 22. 3. Communication 22 Be specific about: Who to talk to When to talk to them
- 23. 3. Communication 23 That helps writers meet your deadlines
- 24. 3. Communication 24 One more thing: TRUST YOUR WRITER
- 25. 3. Communication 25 If you hire the right writer you don’t need to nitpick
- 27. Have you made these mistakes? 27
- 28. Don’t worry; it’s not too late to fix them 28
- 29. How to Work with Writers 29 1. Pay for samples or check out their portfolio
- 30. How to Work with Writers 30 2. Pay a deposit or use escrow for protection
- 31. How to Work with Writers 31 3. Communicate regularly and avoid nitpicking
- 32. Thank You Connect with me online: – shurleyhall – SharonHurleyHall – Sharonhh Images courtesy of Pixabay Sharon Hurley Hall – www.sharonhh.com 32 Learn more: 3 Issues That May Drive Your Writer Away Or grab the Write On Time Update to see a professional writer at work