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.

Write well and often,

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