Comments on: Freelance Writing Jobs for Friday, October 17, 2008

By: Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:13:39 +0000

LOVE the subheads! Thank you for this!!

By: Eugene

Eugene — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 18:42:11 +0000

Zinging format! Much easier, don’t change.

By: Mike

Mike — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 04:11:31 +0000

I have a question…

A few days ago, someone mentioned I could apply for an EIN and use this number when filling out a 1099 form.

My question is this…will that EIN number be a valid substitute for the SSN#? Meaning, I place my EIN in the same spot I would normally input my SSN# on the 1099?

Thanks.

-Mike

By: Jaq

Jaq — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 18:07:13 +0000

Thanks for the job leads!

I like the way you arrange the post today and I’m glad you’ll be doing that for now on!

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:28:18 +0000

@ Roxie

These are some good points. I guess it depends on the nature of the work and relationship. It’s hard to have a blanket rule for a situation like that without considering the individual circumstances. In general, I’d probably assess the benefits and disadvantages. If it was just a little bit of extra work and had the chance to build a positive working relationship, I would probably consider doing it. ON the other hand, if it was a one-off gig or if it had become a habit of the employer to ask for free work, I’d have to decline and reinforce the rates.

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:22:18 +0000

Jodee, this is wonderful! Thanks for all your hardwork

By: Jacqueline

Jacqueline — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 21:25:50 +0000

Jodee –

As per James Chartrand’s post on asking for a raise — time to ask Deb for one, because what you did with the subheads is extra-special cool and adds greatly to the value of this site. You rock!!!!

By: Roxie

Roxie — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 21:03:52 +0000

(*@ Chris, about Mattie Powers.)

By: Roxie

Roxie — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 21:02:31 +0000

@ Chris: I disagree on the idea that you should go above and beyond in this case. I am in the habit of doing this for clients, but the job is to write a bio for someone for a dating site; this person who needs the bio is probably not a publisher, and he probably won’t be calling for a great deal of extra work. That’s not to say that he can’t or won’t, but I don’t think the goal here should be to go above and beyond. It looks like a one-time gig relationship, with a very small possibility for future assignments, so the goal should be to get paid.

I say drop him a kind reminder, such as “As I mentioned, my rate for this project is $0.15/word, and there are no charges for a second edit, and that will be the cost for an additional, separate bio.” If you want to, you can say something such as, “My time is my most valuable asset as a freelancer, so please understand that I cannot write a separate bio without pay,” to enforce the issue, but that kind of statement is up to you, and it depends on what kind of attitude this guy is already showing in his communication with you.

Even if its not too much extra work, and you don’t mind going above and beyond you HAVE to charge for the second one! Here’s why: You said you would charge a certain amount, plus $0 for one edit, and you agreed what one edit would be. You must establish a habit of following through on your specific words, your specific verbal agreements with clients, and I think you’ll be respected for it.

Another note on the money-making mindset and philosophy: Never apologize, or say “I hope you understand,” and don’t re-explain or justify your rates. You are worth it, believe it, believe you’ll receive what you are worth and be clear and firm.

By: Jenny B

Jenny B — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:37:22 +0000

Hi Jodee,

My comment is the same as everyone’s, love the categories and it does speed up our searching. Thank you.

By: Jodee

Jodee — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:10:37 +0000

You guys have spoken – and the subheadings will be a regular part of the leads from now on!

By: Roxanna

Roxanna — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:55:46 +0000

The headings are really helpful. I really love the work you do on this site! Thank you for all your work!

By: Carol

Carol — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:50:36 +0000

OK, my laugh of the day has to be the financial Web site that would like to pay $500 for 10 articles. Gee, that’s just about 1/10th of what would be appropriate to get knowledge of financing vehicles, the public markets, investment products, etc.

I love it when folks want specialized knowledge but would like to pay us in eggs…

Carol Tice
http://www.caroltice.com

By: Beth

Beth — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:38:53 +0000

Love the subheadings Jodee! Makes sifting through the listings a lot faster! Thanks!

By: Katherine

Katherine — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:35:19 +0000

Great way the list is, much easier to see what I am looking for. Thanks Jodee!

By: Carol

Carol — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:34:00 +0000

The subheads rock! Tired of wading through the free intern jobs…

Thanks!

Carol Tice
http://www.caroltice.com

By: Claudia Peel

Claudia Peel — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:13:34 +0000

Thanks, Jodee, for the job list, the Canadian content and the new format. And thanks for the good work you do on a daily basis.

claudia

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:10:50 +0000

Jodee,

Thanks for the subheadings, I love them! It makes the process much quicker, allowing us to skim through those on-site jobs thousands of miles away and focus on the leads that we’re more likely to be competitive for.

@Matti–How much work is writing the additional bio? While I agree that technically he should pay for the work, I also recommend going out of your way for a client, particularly a new one. If it’s not that involved, or time-consuming, I’d consider doing it just to solidify your relationship and give yourself a name as the guy that’s going above and beyond. Just a thought, for what it’s worth.

By: Leigh

Leigh — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:54:03 +0000

LaToya: I think it’s a scam ad to get people to sign up for a site. A very similar ad has been posted all over CL for months. At first, it was short blurbs needed for $10 per blurb. Now it’s articles for $50-75 an article. When I originally applied, I received an e-mail back with a link to a site asking me to sign up there.

By: Fiona

Fiona — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:51:37 +0000

Jodee – thanks for the categories.
Of course, it being Friday, I didn’t actually NOTICE the categories at first. I just sat there wondering why all the jobs this morning were on site. Then I scrolled down and read the next listing and a lightbulb went off!

By: hana

hana — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:49:51 +0000

Yes, thanks very much for the subheadings! Jodee rules!!

By: Stacie Connerty

Stacie Connerty — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:39:42 +0000

Great list! As always, some wonderful leads. Thank you so much!!!

By: Alik

Alik — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:10:31 +0000

I LOVE the subheadings! Very great!

By: Chris Clark

Chris Clark — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:04:21 +0000

Love the categories – it makes it much easier to scan the list and pick out what I am looking for. Definite time-saver. Thanks!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:57:18 +0000

Jodee, thank you so much for categorizing the jobs today. I love it!