When To Say No

As a new freelance writer it can be tempting to grab every scrap that comes your way. Because of this there are many writers working for much lower than they should. This is turn creates a domino effect causing many buyers to refuse to pay higher. Rather than refusing to work for little, writers are compromising their integrity and professionalism.

Freelance bid sites are notorious for low paying jobs. True, many decent projects can be found there though just as many insulting $2/article jobs can as well. Do yourself a favour and don't even read those ads. It's a waste of your time and intelligence. There comes a time when freelance writers have to take a stand and demand more. These buyers come to writers for a reason. Because we have skills they do not. Why should they not pay for time and talent?

Turn your attention to higher paying markets like magazines or newspapers. The income is not as regular but it's higher and the experience speaks volumes for your resume in ways a $2 article cannot.

The fact remains that we all have to start somewhere. It's realistic that many of us will accept some of the lower paying positions over time. However, the point is to refuse to allow those jobs to hinder your growth. There is more to freelance writing than cheap labour. Set your standards and stick to them. Sometimes it's better to walk away from a job than to do what you know simply is not worth it.



~Trina M. Lee
www.TMLWritingServices.com