Okay, so I've been working my butt off and haven't had much time to post, but recent events have made me want to visit the pricing issues with ghost writers. I've never had a client tell me that my prices were too expensive. In fact, most people expect to pay a decent amount to their writer for the work that they do. However, I feel like there are two different kinds of business men and women. There are the ones who don't mind paying extra for quality work. Then, there are the ones who want a writer to produce content or article miracles for less than what it costs to buy a Coke.
With places like getafreelancer, that second kind of business men and women feel right at home. The problem is, that most of the work I've seen done on getafreelancer is not good copy. Don't get me wrong. There are a ton of excellent writers who bid on jobs there. But, they don't usually bid on the jobs that are willing to pay no more than $3.00 an article. That kind of price is insane. Freelancers make a living on what they are paid. If you want a 500 word article, and you are paying them three dollars for it, factoring in time spent on research, that freelancer is getting paid somewhere around $1.50 an hour at the most. No wonder they are sending you back crappy work.
Buying a piece of writing from a freelancer is like buying art, and the old saying really does apply. You get what you pay for. So, if you're going to look for quality work that is really going to increase your sales, expect to pay a reasonable amount, because you're not going to get it at three dollars an article. It's like the difference in purchasing quality, name brand appliance. If you get a great one that is going to last for years, you're going to pay a little more. If you buy the cheap stuff, it's probably not going to work right, and then it's definitely not going to last long.
Here's another bit of advice. If you find that perfect writer, don't be afraid to pay a little more to keep him or her wanting to write for you. It' s very hard to find a writer that you mesh well with, and who understands time after time what you need and how to get it done. Similarly, if you're a writer, give your best clients discounts from time to time. When they provide you with steady, good paying work, show your appreciation. Buying an article for the price of a Coke is not using good business sense. Writers, bidding on a job that offers to pay very little is not having respect for who you are as a writer. Let's respect each other and work together to improve your business and make some money.
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Thursday, October 11, 2007
Monday, October 1, 2007
Who I Write For
Someone honestly asked me why someone would pay to have something written for them. They thought that my clients must be lazy, or not very knowledgable. That couldn't be farther from the truth. My clients hire me because they're extremely smart. Outsourcing your writing is a very smart thing to do, and many people realize this and are taking full advantage of it.
The people I write for are extremely busy, hardworking and brilliant people. By hiring me to take care of their business writing, speeches, press releases or article marketing needs, they wisely free up their time to handle other aspects of their business. They are able to focus more on growing their company or other ideas. They often quite simply don't have the time to sit down and put together an article, a press release or any other writing project.
Many of my clients are extremely capable writers themselves. That gives them the benefit of knowing good work when they see it. I am also able to look at past work that they have created and match their writing style. Companies all over the United States and other places are realizing the need for outsourcing. That's why customer service and call centers are being outsourced everywhere. For one, having a freelance writer to work for you when you need it eliminates the need for a costly staff writer. Some companies may not need an article or a press release weekly, and to have a staff writer on the payroll just for being 'on call' isn't very smart.
Also, when I work with my clients for a period of time, I am able to look at their companies with an outside view but still with a care for how their business succeeds. This gives me the advantage of offering valuable tips on what should be covered in writing pieces, and how they should approach certain topics. So, no, my clients are most definitely not dumb or lazy. They are at the forefront of internet and other businesses, and I truly enjoy being a small part of their success.
The people I write for are extremely busy, hardworking and brilliant people. By hiring me to take care of their business writing, speeches, press releases or article marketing needs, they wisely free up their time to handle other aspects of their business. They are able to focus more on growing their company or other ideas. They often quite simply don't have the time to sit down and put together an article, a press release or any other writing project.
Many of my clients are extremely capable writers themselves. That gives them the benefit of knowing good work when they see it. I am also able to look at past work that they have created and match their writing style. Companies all over the United States and other places are realizing the need for outsourcing. That's why customer service and call centers are being outsourced everywhere. For one, having a freelance writer to work for you when you need it eliminates the need for a costly staff writer. Some companies may not need an article or a press release weekly, and to have a staff writer on the payroll just for being 'on call' isn't very smart.
Also, when I work with my clients for a period of time, I am able to look at their companies with an outside view but still with a care for how their business succeeds. This gives me the advantage of offering valuable tips on what should be covered in writing pieces, and how they should approach certain topics. So, no, my clients are most definitely not dumb or lazy. They are at the forefront of internet and other businesses, and I truly enjoy being a small part of their success.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Making Money on the Internet is Easier than you Think...
Do you have a business that you're trying to promote? Every day, thousands of business men and women just like you are using ghost writers to help them make money. A ghost writer is a professional writer who takes care of your articles for article marketing, press releases, sales letters, web content, and much more.
When you hire a ghost writer to take care of things like this for you, you purchase the full rights to the piece. That means that you can distribute the writing to whatever companies or sites you want, using your own name as the author. It's easy to find a ghost writer who writes in your own personal style as well.
Hiring a ghost writer enables you to outsource your writing work. This gives you time to spend on other important aspects of your business. A good ghost writer can help you make money on the internet. In fact, some clients notice a huge return on investment or ROI when they utilize the services of a ghost writer.
Hiring a ghost writer is actually more affordable than you might think. The truth is, you can visit bidding sites to hire a writer for very little money. The problem with places like this is that you really do get what you pay for. Some writers don't speak English well, and if you're an American business, well, you want someone with a good knowledge of the English language.
You can find some excellent writers through bidding sites, but they're hard to find. Most business men and women want one writer who can handle all of their writing needs. Good consistency is important. To learn more about how a ghost writer can help you, visit my site at www.your-writer.com
When you hire a ghost writer to take care of things like this for you, you purchase the full rights to the piece. That means that you can distribute the writing to whatever companies or sites you want, using your own name as the author. It's easy to find a ghost writer who writes in your own personal style as well.
Hiring a ghost writer enables you to outsource your writing work. This gives you time to spend on other important aspects of your business. A good ghost writer can help you make money on the internet. In fact, some clients notice a huge return on investment or ROI when they utilize the services of a ghost writer.
Hiring a ghost writer is actually more affordable than you might think. The truth is, you can visit bidding sites to hire a writer for very little money. The problem with places like this is that you really do get what you pay for. Some writers don't speak English well, and if you're an American business, well, you want someone with a good knowledge of the English language.
You can find some excellent writers through bidding sites, but they're hard to find. Most business men and women want one writer who can handle all of their writing needs. Good consistency is important. To learn more about how a ghost writer can help you, visit my site at www.your-writer.com
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