When you have decided that you require the services of a freelance content writer, you will need to make sure that you avoid making mistakes that could turn it into a headache and costly as well.

Here’s the deal...

Do your homework first and know what it is you are looking for in your content writer so that you can be specific when you advertise the job.

The following should be included in your posting:

• Will you be providing the writer with content?
• Do you require the writer to do research?
• Are they going to do newsletters, social media posts, reviews or blogs?
• Is the content for branding or increasing traffic?

That’s not all...

It has become common practice for a content writer to send you a couple of samples of their work as an example.

This is all well and fine but you need to insist on them sending you their curriculum vitae (CV) which you need to check.

Even if you go through an agency, you cannot rely on them to do a thorough check.

To avoid any problems down the road have a legal contract drawn up detailing:

• Compensation together with payment procedures
• The due date that you expect the work
• The time it will take them to do the work with a response time
• Privacy agreement

Communication between you and the freelance content writer should be clear and concise so that there is no misunderstanding. This is among the essentials on how to manage freelance writers efficiently.

communication with your freelance content writer

Work out what time it would suit the content writer to communicate with them either by email, Skype or other means.

Interacting with the writer and building a good line of communication will save you time and money as you will be able to head off any problems ahead of time.

Also, the writer might have questions? This also gives you the opportunity to know about the progress of the project they are working on.

You get what you pay for

A mistake that employers make is opting for the cheapest freelance content writer.

A huge mistake, by saving 5-10 dollars could ultimately spoil the quality of your content, together with your company image. Rather go for a writer whose price is on average and one who has experience.

Bottom Line?

By avoiding the pitfalls you will be able to find the Freelancer content writer who perfectly fits your needs and brings success to your company!