I read this piece at All Freelance Writing and nearly wept with frustration and joy. At some point we’ve all said something like this, either on our blogs or to our freelance colleagues.
Don’t act like you’re hiring a full-time employee. – I’m shocked by how many people request formal resumes and such from potential freelancers. [...]

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I had a strange and somewhat amusing situation with a potential client a few weeks ago I thought I would share with you.
I had applied for a website content gig, through Craigslist if I remember correctly. I heard back from the client later the same day, and she seemed really excited to get things going. [...]

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How do you address your clients? How do you present yourself in that first application email?
For me, I have this strange nurturing streak (only in work, not in “real life”), so I present myself as someone who can help my clients. I am always at the ready to assist and contribute to the overall project.
I [...]

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