How to Work

With Writers

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A presentation by Sharon Hurley Hall

Looking for the right writer?

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If you can’t find her, maybe you are sending

MIXED SIGNALS

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There are 3 reasons why writers

might not want to work with you

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1. Getting Samples 2. Paying Writers 3. Communication

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1. Getting Samples

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Clients think: I need to see your work

before I hire you

1. Getting Samples

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Writers think: The last guy that got a sample didn’t pay me

1. Getting Samples

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What’s the answer?

1. Getting Samples

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Pay writers for a sample article or post

1. Getting Samples

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Check out their portfolio and speak to past clients

2. Paying Writers

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Clients think: If I pay you,

how do I know you will do the work?

2. Paying Writers

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Writers think: If I do the work, how do I know

you will pay me?

2. Paying Writers

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What’s the answer?

2. Paying Writers

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Treat your writer like a business, and

pay a deposit

2. Paying Writers

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Most writers take 50%, 33% or even 25%

2. Paying Writers

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Or pay in instalments To protect both parties

2. Paying Writers

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You can also use an escrow system

3. Communication

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Clients think: I’m too busy to talk.

That’s why I hired you

3. Communication

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Writers think: If you aren’t available,

how can I complete the writing job?

3. Communication

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What’s the answer?

3. Communication

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If you don’t communicate then it’s unfair to set

strict deadlines

3. Communication

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Be specific about: Who to talk to

When to talk to them

3. Communication

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That helps writers meet your deadlines

3. Communication

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One more thing: TRUST YOUR WRITER

3. Communication

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If you hire the right writer you don’t need to nitpick

3. Communication

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Micromanagement Drives writers away

Have you made these mistakes?

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Don’t worry; it’s not too late

to fix them

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How to Work with Writers

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1. Pay for samples or check out their portfolio

How to Work with Writers

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2. Pay a deposit or use escrow for protection

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3. Communicate regularly and avoid nitpicking

Thank You

Connect with me online:

– shurleyhall

– SharonHurleyHall

– Sharonhh

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