I love tweet storms.
I put Brian Koppelman’s tweet storm in order, and now I present to you Pete Croatto, a former guest of the #CNF Podcast, as he drops some serious freelance bombs.
Enjoy! FYI: RLRT means real-life retweet…
RLRT: “Not writing for shit rates” is very different than “not writing for free.” Divide the hours spent on project by the fee you got. 1/x
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
If you would have made more money working retail, you probably shouldn’t have taken the gig. Or you should ask for more next time. 2/x
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
Of course, there are times when you should take a gig purely for fun. I do that. But don’t forget that this is a business. Get paid. 3/x
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
And get paid appropriately. One reason I don’t write as many movie reviews: after expenses and time, I was making $5/hr. Not good. 4/x
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
If you do a little leg work, you can find places that pay you appropriately for your passion. And if you prove your mettle, you can. 5/x
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
That’s all I have. The bottom line: believe in yourself, your ability, and look out for your interests. You’re worth it. FIN
— Pete Croatto (@PeteCroatto) December 21, 2016
