1. Paying Low
Just because people are mostly content with salaries and pay way cheaper than that of the natives, does not mean that they can be offered low price work either. Providing the fact that most US businesses that shell out their money to call centers in the Philippines pay about $380 a month, compared with a local based agent, being paid at $2750 on a 12-month average, does not indicate that most people in many countries will easily fall for dirt-cheap jobs, such as copying and pasting, without hesitation.
2. Demanding High
While there are some individuals or businesses that pay standard rates such as seen from other outsourcing companies out there, do consider the amount of work given to an individual. Make sure that the workload being demanded from them is equal to or considerable with the pay provided. They do not appreciate having additional work aside from the task assigned. If a person is only tasked to write articles for a particular price, then stick to it. However, if you are thinking to give them additional work, such as back linking, then prepare something extra to make it fair for them.
3. Not Being Appreciative
A simple word of appreciation and gratitude with the excellent work done goes a long way for many. It drives them to do more, become better workers, and even extend their performance exceeding client expectations. Sure, there may be moments that some will not deliver performance as expected, but showing appreciation to their efforts in spite of disappointment, makes it easier for them to accept revisions, evaluation, and feedback.
4. Limited Accessibility
Every freelancer in the world hates it when he or she has clients that do not go online as often as they could, or not being prompt in responding to emails. As much as possible, they need an employer that would be very accessible and available at most occasions, particularly on moments when they submit content. It may be tolerable for them when not receiving any kind of communication within 12 to 18 hours, but exceeding the 24-hour mark will already cause panic, moreover, arouse suspicion, which may label established companies or reputable individuals as fraud to, not just the worker, but the whole community.
5. Job Posting Credibility
Be aware that some people are very critical when it comes to checking on materials being posted by employers, such as job postings found on many sources online. Once they see that there are a couple of errors in punctuation and grammar, while the individual mentions that he is based in the US, UK, or in any other English-proficient country, they will just brush that posting aside, thinking that the person may be pretending to be someone else just to attract freelance workers.
6. Transparency
While others consider the right of an employer for privacy, such as respecting the limitation of communication with email only, or being too professional with tone and manner of exchanging information. Clients who are comfortable in sharing their personal details are easy to work with, since the element of trust has been established.
7. Being Particular with Directions
Most professionals know how to follow directions, if they are given concrete and complete directions on what is needed to be done to accomplish the task given. They think that since the individual has an experience working on such projects, they will no longer mention the fact that they still need to fill in SEO pack information before submitting an article in order to have the particular content be indexed for search engines. Put everything in so that everyone understands what needs to be done.
8. Asking for Free Samples
Free samples are considered little pieces of the actual material, without self-value, or profit. If this were the case, then a sample article finished on the dot would already sell once the test has been complete. Never mention to anyone that sample articles are of no charge as there are various scammers out there that are harvesting free articles from so many content writers everywhere. Mention that if the article passes, then it will be paid. Otherwise, if the content does not pass the standards, then just refuse it and find another writer, with the assurance that you will never use the content for personal gain.
9. Fixed Payment Terms
Think that people have diverse circumstances when it comes to meeting their financial situations. As much as possible, never impose your own payment terms, as it may not fit with the needs of your freelancer. Negotiate on the schedule of payment, and then make a compromise if necessary, meeting and satisfying both ends.
10. Payment Promptness
Everyone should know that settling money matters is a true test of professionalism and character, especially in the credibility of a person or a business to meet the expectations of the writer or worker. It is not permissible that excuses will be made just in case payment terms will not be met on a certain occasion. Do not provide reasons why the payment was delayed not unless you have been prompted by your employee to state your justification. Instead, offer a feasible date, and include why the said date was decided.
