Writer’s Don’t Have To Be Available 24/7
Interview Chatter has a post called: Interview Etiquette? There’s a question posed by a reader then this statement, in part: You don’t create a negative impression by not being available when a recruiter calls.
Substitute writing client for recruiter and you’ve got a truth for freelance writers. You don’t have to be available the minute a potential writing client calls, nor are you on 24/7 call for existing clients unless you’re getting paid a heck of a lot more than your normal rate.
Some clients can be demanding, but most will respond to your firmness about the hours you’re willing to work. It’s often simply a matter of letting them know.
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3 opinions for Writer’s Don’t Have To Be Available 24/7
Darlene
Nov 13, 2007 at 11:03 pm
Great tie in with freelance writing. The priniciple is very transferrable! Thanks for the link. I love your creativity!!
Have a great night!
Darlene
Interview Guru
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Lori
Nov 14, 2007 at 8:42 am
AMEN! Nowhere is it written that you have to be available to respond during dinner, during your kid’s ball game, during sex…. well, you get the idea. :) We are professionals, not gophers.
Anne Wayman
Nov 14, 2007 at 9:57 am
Darlene… :)
Lori - thought you’d like this one ;)
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