Learn how to get paid as a writer with tips on starting from scratch, building a portfolio, negotiating rates, increasing value, and transitioning between freelancing and in-house roles. Explore the speaker's journey from low rates to strategic increases, and strategies for writers to boost their income. Discover how personality and presentation can impact professional success in salary negotiation and securing opportunities.
Prioritize self-worth in setting rates to establish a sustainable payment structure.
Factor in all time commitments, not just writing, to ensure fair compensation and avoid working for low rates.
Deep dives
Valuing Your Time and Setting Boundaries
Recognizing the importance of valuing one's time and setting boundaries when it comes to getting paid as a writer. The speaker stresses the significance of understanding the value of time and not accepting underpaid work, highlighting the long-term impact on one's career. By prioritizing self-worth and not compromising on rates, writers can establish a sustainable and fair payment structure for their services.
Time Commitment Consideration for Pricing
The discussion emphasizes the need to factor in the full time commitment when deciding on pricing as a writer. It highlights the common mistake of only focusing on the actual writing time, neglecting other tasks like client communication and feedback iterations. By valuing all aspects of time spent on a project, writers can ensure they are fairly compensated for their efforts and avoid working for low rates.
Assessing Client Budget and Value Proposition
The episode delves into the importance of evaluating client budgets and the value they place on writing services. Encouraging writers to inquire about a client's budget during meetings to align on expectations and rates. By understanding the financial capacity of clients and emphasizing the value writers bring, individuals can negotiate fair compensation and cultivate mutually beneficial partnerships.
Evolving Rate Strategy and Enhancing Value Proposition
Exploring the evolution of rate strategies for writers and enhancing their value proposition. The speaker shares personal experiences of starting with low rates and gradually increasing them based on experience and client demand. Emphasizing the significance of continuous improvement, developing personal branding, and effectively presenting oneself to clients to justify higher rates and establish credibility in the industry.
I wanted to give this episode a fancy title, but really it's just about this: how to get paid as a writer or content marketer. I talk about how I got started freelancing and give full transparency of my rates through the years. What impacted my rate, how did I increase it, and what can help you negotiate your salary if you're working in-house?
Learning outcomes:
Starting from 0, building your portfolio
Rate vs experience/value
Negotiating your rate/salary
How to increase your value as a writer
Connect with the host:
nicoletells.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoletells/
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