www.inkthinkerblog.com — Last night I posted several ads touting my services, and I responded to about 15 ads for folks seeking someone to do what I do best. Less than 12 hours later, I’ve already gotten three responses to my inquiries (one thanking me but saying that they’d just found someone–nice of them to actually let me know rather than leaving me hanging! I hate when folks just don’t respond), and I just got off the phone with a potential client (whom I already really like) who saw my ad on the Chicago page and thinks I may be just the person to help them out. I’m awaiting materials from them right now, and we’re scheduling a conference call for Friday-ish.
Here’s my favorite response e-mail I sent last night, for an ad seeking a writer for a convenience store trade publication (c-store experience preferred but not required).
SUBJECT: I don’t know much about the convenience store trade…
…but I sure can write! My name is Kristen King, and I have more than 5 years of experience writing and editing for business and publication. A brief resume and credit list are attached for your review, and additional information is available on request.
Skills highlights:
– BA in English
– Extensive interview experience in multiple media
– Local, regional, and national publication credits, both in print and online
I’d love to talk with you about your need for an enthusiastic, flexible writer who can provide you with high-quality articles on a regular basis. Would you please contact me at your convenience (no pun intended) at 540-220-2184 or kristen@kristenkingfreelancing.com? I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Kristen King
So there you have it, several more reasons that I just love Craigslist!
– lots of job opportunities
– free advertising for me and my services
– a chance to stretch outside my comfort zone
– an opportunity to be witty and play up my strengths
– the chance to build client relationships across the country
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Kristen, your marketing ability is so impressive. You go, woman!
Thanks, doll! The thing is, anyone can do this stuff. Folks just get intimidated by the idea of marketing and don’t realize that the practice is actually a lot of fun. My hope is that I can help them get over that.