Know your worth

Hello minions! Did you miss me? No?!? Well, I missed all of you!

Today's blog is something that hits close to home for me and on more than just one front. I bet you're wondering what the lovely stack of green stuff that most of us don't have has to do with knowing your worth right? Or better yet, why I felt the need to post the pic right?

Self-worth and self-confidence are problems I've struggled with badly over the years.

How does this matter or relate to writing Corbyn, and why do I care?

You thought it, I know you did, and that's ok.

If you follow this humble blog, then you know that I have periodically done some freelance ghostwriting. To date, I've written thirty-something articles that have found homes elsewhere, and about six shorts, and one full-length novel. I'm not bragging. This isn't that, though maybe I should brag... that's a different post altogether. My point is, I've become experienced in dealing with certain people where these type of assignments are brokered and let me tell you, it ain't pretty.

Which brings me to the topic today. As a writer, it's important that you know your worth. Even if you're a novice like me, and don't feel like you can (or should) top bill people. Know your worth! It's not ok to let people low ball you or try to get away with not paying you for the services you offer.

I had a potential client try this with me today. I'm proud to say that I stood up for myself. The client wanted me to write between 40,000 and 60,000 words on a novel, had no idea what the premise of the work should be, and the kicker... only wanted to pay me $250.00 for the work, and needed it in three weeks.

Ummm. No. Not happening.

If any of you have tried your hand at Nanowrimo, you know how difficult it can be to write 50,000 words in thirty days. It's doable, but it isn't pretty either.

Last time I checked, I'm not a miracle worker. I could've tried it, but the whole thing was just laughably crazy. I politely told the client that I couldn't help her, and that I hoped she could locate a freelancer who would.

Moral of the story, even though I want to write full time, and get paid for my writing, somethings are just better left undone.


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Happy writing!

-Corbyn