No, the *other* sort of solicitation
Wise words (as ever) from straight-talkin’ Nick Mamatas, this time on the subject of freelancing:
… at the point we are discussing, someone will ask you first. You’ll be solicited to perform some service or produce some product. This is the correct way to respond to a solicitation, if you are at the point of your first (or first dozen or so) solicitations.
- Step one: Say yes.
- Step two: Ask how much the pay is.
- Step three: Ask for specific details on the project.
Simple, sure; but surprisingly daunting to a person with my particular mindset. Which is why this post on squelching modesty in the name of your career is serendipitous, also.
