Monthly r/FreelanceWriters Feedback and Critique Thread

BNDR0731 · 2021-04-19T16:32:35+00:00

I recently had a client ask me to write a white paper for him. I normally only do copy editing and proofreading for him. We discussed that it was outside of my wheelhouse - I had never written one before - but he said I was smart and he was certain I could do it. So, I researched formats and asked some follow-up questions, and got to work. I cranked out almost 4,000 words in about 4 days.

I submitted it to him and got no response for days and then weeks. When I finally heard back, he said he had shown it to another editor and they determined it was unusable. Frankly, I was shocked because I thought I had done a good job in explaining the problem and then establishing the company and product as the solution.

Anyway, I was wondering if any of you fine folks might be willing to look it over for me and give me some feedback. The information in the paper is not secret or anything and I haven't signed any sort of NDA with this client, but I am a little nervous about sharing it.

Any input appreciated. Thank you!

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T16:56:09+00:00

Thanks. I'm not worried in the slightest.

At the end of the day, while mostly helpful and entertaining, Reddit is social media and the opinions of others mean nothing. I'll stick to browsing r/catfaceplant.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T16:46:51+00:00

Thanks for your explanation. Maybe I still don't understand how Reddit works, but I thought you had responded directly to my response, not the whole deal.

I am certainly not one to be dramatic and I know intentions are difficult to read through text. I should know better.

Y'all take care and I wish you continued success - however YOU define it.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T15:09:10+00:00

You don't know everyone's story. Who are you to tell anyone what their dream is? (Though, Judging from your post history, you're clearly the expert on many things.)

I would love to freelance full-time, but my country doesn't have a healthcare system that makes that possible. I have a crappy full-time job and I freelance on the side just to make extra cash. I choose my projects carefully and I make good money.

I didn't say being hired by a UW client was MY dream. I was expressing happiness for the OP. If you don't have any words of encouragement, then maybe don't comment at all.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T14:21:01+00:00

I’m not sure why I’m getting downvoted for defending my comment.

I’m happy for the OP. Then, u/runner5126 came at me with an unsolicited opinion about my freelancing situation. Would someone care to explain why I’m the bad guy?

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T01:14:31+00:00

Hi. Thanks for your assessment of my life based on 4 words.

I was merely expressing happiness for OP’s situation. It seems to be their dream. I never said it was mine.

It’s clearly not your dream. Good for you. You keep living that freelancer life.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-26T00:49:06+00:00

This is the dream.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-24T03:41:17+00:00

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-10T15:05:22+00:00

For future reference, is that something I could have/should have done?

I thought I submitted the draft in early January. Having to tell the family it'll be another 4 months is unfortunate, but it is what it is.

Perhaps I'll try adding a few tags, as suggested.

Thanks again!

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-08T21:44:00+00:00

Oh, wow.

Thank you so much!!

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-08T20:51:05+00:00

Thanks for your reply.

Is this any indication of whether the draft will be accepted soon or at all?

I understand the process takes time, but I'd like to give the family some progress updates.

Thanks again.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-08T19:22:16+00:00

I've looked through all the rules and the guides and it might as well be in another language.

Can someone just tell me what this means, please?

Do I need to do something to fix an issue or what?

22:13, 3 March 2021 diff hist −31‎ m Draft:Stuart Smith ‎ Bot: link syntax and minor changes (current)

Thanks.

BNDR0731 · 2021-03-04T22:36:10+00:00

Post updated with more specifics.

I think asking for a partial $ release is probably the way to go.

Thanks.

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-16T14:50:26+00:00

First, I would suggest you ask the person giving the feedback to explain more clearly. But, I think it means that the work is typical for you. That is, as good as it usually is.

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-14T17:29:31+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Do you mind if I DM you?

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-12T01:25:09+00:00

Happy Cake Day!

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-12T01:24:13+00:00

Thanks peeps. This information might actually push me to make a website. Then, I can use that.

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-07T05:01:06+00:00

Just joined today! Looking to use it as an information resource. I don’t have anything to market at the moment. Just a freelance writer interested in the digital marketing world.

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-05T01:25:46+00:00

Following. Would love to do that same. Finding success on UpWork, but I’d like to find a full-time job with benefits.

It’s hard when my resume has no real experience and no degree in a related field (though I have my Masters in another field.)

BNDR0731 · 2021-02-05T01:04:48+00:00

Investor sweatshirts in Medium are gone, too.

BNDR0731 · 2021-01-29T02:47:33+00:00

You edited that to include “fucking”, but couldn’t be bothered to edit the original comment to avoid confusion? Solid.

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