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By: MD

MD — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 14:55:28 +0000

I’ve only missed two deadlines. The first was because my computer turned pretty colors: pink, purple, blue and green. I used my roommate’s computer to email my editor, but because all my information was on mine, was unable to complete the project. .

The second time was this week, when I wrote down the wrong dates for a meeting I was supposed to cover for my local newspaper. Because of the holiday, I thought it was Wednesday instead of Tuesday, but it was Monday. Fortunately, my editor laughed, and I was able to contact the secretary and have her fax me a copy of the meeting

By: Kyo

Kyo — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:58:52 +0000

Wow, thanks for this article. I know I’ve been late a couple of times, and that was earlier in my writing career, when I didn’t know how to manage myself correctly. It was so embarrassing, and I didn’t want to be perceived unreliable, because that’s so far from the truth.

It’s hard to not beat yourself up over it.

I second the recommendation of holding up in a room with your computer and getting it done. Sometimes that’s just how it has to work!

By: Dionne

Dionne — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:01:11 +0000

I’ve missed very few deadlines in my career so far. My problem was my calender, and forgetting to write certain things down, especially when I got the news of an assignment when I was away from my office. (Never believe yourself when you think “Oh, I’ll just write this down when I get home.”)

I’ve only ever blown one magazine deadline, and I wrote the editor immediately to ask her if she still wanted the copy. Then while I waited for her response, I pounded out a first draft. Turns out she couldn’t use it because of the delay, but she did invite me to query again when I apologized and owned up to my own mistake without trying to kill off the power or a beloved relative.

By: ClaraFreeman

ClaraFreeman — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:06:15 +0000

Hi Terreece,

Actually, I did miss a deadline…my very first writing gig! I was sooo excited after signing the contract, it never dawned on me that the work was expcted the 1st friday after said contract…I immediately dashed off an apology along with a 800 word article to my editor..

Although a bit miffed, she decided to give me a break, although with a dire warning not to let it happen again:) needless to say, I’m checking &re-checking any/all contracts/guidelines before I commit…

clara.

By: 2ThePoint

2ThePoint — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 18:06:44 +0000

I’m not ashamed to admit that I’ve missed deadlines in the past. And most of them have been my fault. It’s something I’m trying to nip in the bud by assessing repetitive situations that I create that contribute towards it. (fear being at the root of it)