Do the ends justify the means – figuring out if a client is worth it

In Deb’s post, I Don’t Hate Blog Networks, she says,“My only concern about blogging for a network is whether or not the ends justify the means. Does the amount of money you’re being paid adequately compensate the work going into your blog? If you’re working your butt off for less than minimum wage, you may want to consider whether or not blogging for a network is a good choice for you.”

Which is so true, I’m pointing it out here again.

You can apply this thinking to any writing client, not just blog networks. No matter what sort of writing you do, the question above is still a smart one to ask yourself. Something I talk about a lot here is figuring your hourly wage, because it’s so hard to figure out most writing gigs any other way. When it comes to blog gigs, it’s super important, because you may be expected to spend time not only blogging, but promoting too.

Example – is the following gig justified?: Read more