Interesting story…I’ve had similar experiences and they can be awfully frustrating, but when it comes down to it – we as copywriters just gotta do our job and let them do theirs.

I recommend things to my clients all the time that I am absolutely certain would make them more money and increase conversion rates, but if they don’t follow through with it, that’s their loss.

By the way, you mentioned a report about getting copywriting clients but I couldn’t seem to find it anywhere. Could you pass on the link?

You can learn about the report I mentioned at:

http://www.getclientsreport.com

Ryan

You can learn about the report I mentioned at:

http://www.getclientsreport.com

Ryan

Interesting story…I’ve had similar experiences and they can be awfully frustrating, but when it comes down to it – we as copywriters just gotta do our job and let them do theirs.

I recommend things to my clients all the time that I am absolutely certain would make them more money and increase conversion rates, but if they don’t follow through with it, that’s their loss.

By the way, you mentioned a report about getting copywriting clients but I couldn’t seem to find it anywhere. Could you pass on the link?

Jennifer – Thanks for relating your story. I actually attended my caucus on February 5. But before I did, I read as much as I could about the process, how to become a precinct captain, etc. I did NOT want a watered down page; I wanted nitty-gritty details. As you said, I bet the longer copy would’ve worked better.

Cheryl – I agree. Best to learn your lesson and move on. No sense trying to change the past.

Ken – I price based on the project and the value I deliver. I don’t really have a rate card, although I have a general idea of what I’d like to make on an hourly basis. Sometimes you can find out what the going rate is simply by asking the client. Most clients are honest and will tell you. I did that recently with a client for whom I wrote a full-page space ad for the New York Times. I also provide more advice on pricing in my report about how to get copywriting clients.

Perry – Asking the right questions during the interview is critical. Thanks for pointing that out. And I’m glad you like the new blog theme. Thanks!

Jennifer – Thanks for relating your story. I actually attended my caucus on February 5. But before I did, I read as much as I could about the process, how to become a precinct captain, etc. I did NOT want a watered down page; I wanted nitty-gritty details. As you said, I bet the longer copy would’ve worked better.

Cheryl – I agree. Best to learn your lesson and move on. No sense trying to change the past.

Ken – I price based on the project and the value I deliver. I don’t really have a rate card, although I have a general idea of what I’d like to make on an hourly basis. Sometimes you can find out what the going rate is simply by asking the client. Most clients are honest and will tell you. I did that recently with a client for whom I wrote a full-page space ad for the New York Times. I also provide more advice on pricing in my report about how to get copywriting clients.

Perry – Asking the right questions during the interview is critical. Thanks for pointing that out. And I’m glad you like the new blog theme. Thanks!