I had another last night, but this time I did the sample only because it was the only way I knew if I could actually do the work. It was for that beer blog post a day or so ago and the guy said he’d pay if the work was going to be used. I have my finger’s crossed that I am selected because though the searching government databases was different, I learned quite a bit while doing the search.

I left after the first month due to a number of issues. If you’re starting out, it’s a good place to learn the craft.

Though, I’m still wondering (just a teensy weensy bit) if I did the right thing.

Great list Jodee, as always!

I’ve had three people come back and ask me for specific samples written just for them using their keywords in the past two days. One, I actually did a brief sample and then uploaded it to my site to keep them from being able to use it. He told me it wasn’t acceptable sent that way and that I’d blown it. I figure I’m much better off because that really suggests he was planning to take my sample and run.

The other two, I explained to them that I am not willing to submit new work when I’d supplied dozens of potential samples through links. One emailed me back and at least said thanks anyway but that she wouldn’t work with writers who didn’t trust her, the other never responded at all.

Thanks so much!

Before I decided to embark on freelance writing I was working on my resume to look for telecommuting work. When I immediately made the switch I created a writer’s resume and pulled all relevant parts of my previous work experience and volunteer work (writing, editing, proofing, desktop publishing and research).

The first page highlights all the above experience and the second page is just a history of employers, job titles, length of employment, education etc.

I know everybody doesn’t request a resume but I refer to it most times when I apply for something so I don’t forget those details that are, like you said eight years out or so, LOL.

Yes, I had trouble the first couple of times applying to the Content Quake site. The varification letters/numbers wouldn’t show up, thus giving me an error. I just kept going out and back in again. The third time was the charm and the varification showed up at the bottom of the page. So, had to rewrite my application three times. I was just about to send and e-mail to let them know. Actually, I thought it was me as I only have dial-up and can sometimes (a lot of times) have problems like this. So, try again and good luck.

However, they say they pay per post, but I couldn’t find a dollar amount anywhere. It’s a big differenct between paying $1 post or $15 or $20 per post. So, we will see if it’s worth our time.

Thanks for the great leads today!