Smacks a bit of a pseudo-news site, doesn’t it Cathy? There are way too many of those around for me to be sympathetic to any “need” they may have for content.

Fixed it for you, Paula. 🙂

Red flag there too, Paula! They didn’t mention talent or skill, which I didn’t even see because I was so focused on the “news” garbage.

Sorry about that, Keri! I tried to move it all easily, but that didn’t happen apparently. Feedburner isn’t the problem — I am.

That’s a great observation, too. The minute they start saying how easy it is or how little time it takes, it’s a clear sign they don’t understand the value of a writer’s skills. I think you’re correct — it’s quantity over quality at that point.

Argh. Why can’t I ever post a comment without a glaring typo? It should be “any time” not just “any.” But you knew that.

Keri is right: it’s a giant red flag any time clients state how much time a project should take. They’ll blame you for not being able to knock out enough copy to break even. Even if they seriously think it will only take an hour per “news” story, the $25 is insulting.

Of course no where in that listing do they mention wanting talented, experienced, or even good writers. Speed and quantity are what they want.

For me, it’s always a red flag when any client/prospect tells you how much time a project should take me. First of all, they have no idea how I work. It usually means they value quantity over quality, and also makes me suspicious that they’ll try to treat me as an employee instead of an independent contractor.