Working with a ghostwriter can be very beneficial. Before you work with one, below are some points to remember when you start working with a ghostwriter. Take these points into consideration and you can be assured of positive results in this business endeavor. Communication is the key for positive results so make sure to communicate effectively with your ghostwriter.
Part 1: Making Sure Your Expectations are met
* Have you considered confidentiality? Make sure all the projects you hand over to your ghostwriter will be kept in confidence. Just because your ghostwriter is working on a particular project for you does not give them the right to share it with others or use it for their own benefit. Consider having your ghostwriter sign a non-disclosure agreement.
* Turnaround Time: Ensure that you provide an expected turnaround time. Sometimes delays are encountered, but by providing a deadline, it ensures open communication and the ability to meet your needs more effectively.
* File Format: If you have any specific requirements in regard to file format (for example .doc or text, font type and size), be sure to let your writer know.
* Are you clear on your spelling needs? If you did not know, there is a difference between U.S. English and British English words. Let your ghostwriter know which one is needed for your project.
* How does your ghostwriter expect to be paid? Do you know how your ghostwriter wants payment for her service? She may require a partial payment before she starts working on a project for you. Full payment may need to be completed before you can start using the finished work.
Part 2: Writing Process
* Writing Voice and Style: Each person has their own specific voice. If you want your ghostwriter to write like you, make sure to supply her with various samples of your work so that she can have a better understanding of what you expect of her.
* Give Them Your Angle: As you know, the world is full of people with differing opinions. Even things we might believe to be facts, someone else will believe something else. If you want a writer to take a specific stance on a topic, be sure to let them know what you're looking for.
* How do your want the article formatted? Are you using the completed article online or offline? There is a specific requirement when using articles online. Make sure to let your ghostwriter know if she is not aware that online articles have less paragraphs and sentences because eyes get tired quickly when reading articles online. Online articles usually have paragraphs with only 3-5 sentences. Using bullet points to convey your thoughts is a good idea as it keeps sentences simple and less confusing.
* Let them know what you want covered: If you want an article written about a specific topic that you are knowledgeable about, do not assume that your ghostwriter knows which points you want discussed in that article. Provide a list of points that you want included in the content. It doesn't take a lot of time to put that list together and you will end up with a finished product that is more acceptable.
* Does your ghostwriter understand plagiarism? If you are working with a professional ghostwriter, you do not need to talk to them about plagiarism. However, if you are working with a newbie, make sure to mention to them that copying other writers' work is not acceptable. This includes copy and pasting sentences and rewriting them to make a new article. Researching and reading articles are fine but make sure that the final work is 100% original. Make sure to mention too that using special article rewriting software doesn't count as writing an original article.
* Use of Hyperlinks: Often content is designed to promote a product/ business/ website, etc. That often means that links to outside websites is often a distraction to the content your ghostwriter creates. You need to tell your writer if you want them or don't want them to link to outside resources.
* Evergreen Content: Most writing projects you will give your ghostwriter are meant for evergreen content. Seasoned ghostwriters will already know this but it won't hurt to remind them. But, if you wish your article to be timely and to point out specific seasonal events, you need to let your ghostwriter know as well.
* Edit Process: Know how many edits are included with the written project. Some writer's rate may not include any edits. It is a good idea to know what you can expect before you let your ghostwriter start with the project.
Part 1: Making Sure Your Expectations are met
* Have you considered confidentiality? Make sure all the projects you hand over to your ghostwriter will be kept in confidence. Just because your ghostwriter is working on a particular project for you does not give them the right to share it with others or use it for their own benefit. Consider having your ghostwriter sign a non-disclosure agreement.
* Turnaround Time: Ensure that you provide an expected turnaround time. Sometimes delays are encountered, but by providing a deadline, it ensures open communication and the ability to meet your needs more effectively.
* File Format: If you have any specific requirements in regard to file format (for example .doc or text, font type and size), be sure to let your writer know.
* Are you clear on your spelling needs? If you did not know, there is a difference between U.S. English and British English words. Let your ghostwriter know which one is needed for your project.
* How does your ghostwriter expect to be paid? Do you know how your ghostwriter wants payment for her service? She may require a partial payment before she starts working on a project for you. Full payment may need to be completed before you can start using the finished work.
Part 2: Writing Process
* Writing Voice and Style: Each person has their own specific voice. If you want your ghostwriter to write like you, make sure to supply her with various samples of your work so that she can have a better understanding of what you expect of her.
* Give Them Your Angle: As you know, the world is full of people with differing opinions. Even things we might believe to be facts, someone else will believe something else. If you want a writer to take a specific stance on a topic, be sure to let them know what you're looking for.
* How do your want the article formatted? Are you using the completed article online or offline? There is a specific requirement when using articles online. Make sure to let your ghostwriter know if she is not aware that online articles have less paragraphs and sentences because eyes get tired quickly when reading articles online. Online articles usually have paragraphs with only 3-5 sentences. Using bullet points to convey your thoughts is a good idea as it keeps sentences simple and less confusing.
* Let them know what you want covered: If you want an article written about a specific topic that you are knowledgeable about, do not assume that your ghostwriter knows which points you want discussed in that article. Provide a list of points that you want included in the content. It doesn't take a lot of time to put that list together and you will end up with a finished product that is more acceptable.
* Does your ghostwriter understand plagiarism? If you are working with a professional ghostwriter, you do not need to talk to them about plagiarism. However, if you are working with a newbie, make sure to mention to them that copying other writers' work is not acceptable. This includes copy and pasting sentences and rewriting them to make a new article. Researching and reading articles are fine but make sure that the final work is 100% original. Make sure to mention too that using special article rewriting software doesn't count as writing an original article.
* Use of Hyperlinks: Often content is designed to promote a product/ business/ website, etc. That often means that links to outside websites is often a distraction to the content your ghostwriter creates. You need to tell your writer if you want them or don't want them to link to outside resources.
* Evergreen Content: Most writing projects you will give your ghostwriter are meant for evergreen content. Seasoned ghostwriters will already know this but it won't hurt to remind them. But, if you wish your article to be timely and to point out specific seasonal events, you need to let your ghostwriter know as well.
* Edit Process: Know how many edits are included with the written project. Some writer's rate may not include any edits. It is a good idea to know what you can expect before you let your ghostwriter start with the project.
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