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Hi @vickiespencer,
I'm out of posts for the day:
QuoteOn briefs:
I have my minimum budget for briefs set at $200 and this works better than when I was in the $50-$100 range. I also changed how I approach briefs - I used to submit offers but now I only contact the buyers. This has been really effective for me because usually, the brief lacks detail and the amount doesn't match what I'd like to offer the buyer. I find buyers are just happy that someone actually read their briefs and responded differently (most will just send an offer at their prices).
By responding to their criteria/requirements, asking questions, and sharing relevant portfolio pieces, buyers often respond and ask me to create custom quotes different from the amount they posted. For example, most briefs are set for $200, but I had a buyer accept a custom offer tailored to their needs at $325.
I also think you have to limit what types of orders you want to get through briefs. I only plan on getting resume or pitch deck orders and reject/mark everything else as "I don't offer this service" (even if I do have a gig for it).
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Thanks, Vickie,
I reject everything but proofreading/copyediting. My issue is that the buyers for those services want 60,000 words done for $100 or less. Also, I prefer to work with 15,000 words or less. Today I changed my budget to $200.
How is life in Hawaii? I know a family that lives on the big island, but the mom died a few years back, so I lost track of them. The dad drives a tourist bus, and her son married a Hawaiian native and still lives there. What island are you on? -
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How is life in Hawaii? I know a family that lives on the big island
We're on the Big Island, too! It's really nice living here - you get a little of every climate here and I like the laidback lifestyle. There's a strong sense of community here and the kids are really thriving in school. I really hope we can stay here for a very long time!
QuoteI prefer to work with 15,000 words or less. Today I changed my budget to $200.
The Brief & Match feature is really limited. It would be nice to be able to set different parameters (I also don't like working with a high word count). Hopefully, this new price will attract clients that fit your specs better!
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