Spamming vs.. Networking is a Fine Line

Have you ever heard the saying that the difference between crazy and genius is a fine line? The same can be said for networking vs. spamming.

As freelance writers, networking is an important part of being successful. This is especially true for newbies. When you are no longer a newbie, I suppose an oldie is not quite right, it’s important for you to network. Remember we were all newbies at one time.

If we are all successful it’s a good thing. However, one bad apple can spoil the entire bunch. Therefore, I am sharing this article on spamming vs. networking.

Building a network of freelance writers is great when you are initially starting out. Many times these are fellow writers that can provide you with tips, tools, tricks, advice and a wealth of information that you may not know or locate anywhere else on the web.

We are all part of a group, or at least should feel that way, and should stick together. More power in numbers or something along those lines. Networking is helping both parties in the relationship.

Keeping in touch with your network is typically done several ways. One way to do that is communicate with them on a regular basis. Whether you are simply saying hello or haven’t seen you in a while and how are you doing.

How a message is delivered or received is a part of the issue with spamming vs. networking. Writers that are networking are sending information to fellow writers as an actual form of communication.

These are some of the communications sent to fellow writers online and why;

·         You may have heard of a terrific opportunity for earning via freelance writing and assume that others will feel the same way also

·         You are starting a new business and the first source of community for this business is friends and family-including your online family. You feel that they would want to share in your success or see what you are achieving online

·         You want to stay in communication with a friend or cowriter and this happens to be the way you do so

·         You are selling something and typically friends and family are your source of “safe” customers. You already assume that you will have yeses and nos without being offended

·         You want to share the wealth or treasure. Many affiliate programs don’t take anything away from the referrer by having an affiliate join. Both of you win

·         Time is always an issue with freelance writers. The more popular or successful you become the less time you have for simple chit chat. Sending a message every now and again on some great offer is a way to spend your time with value

·         There are times when you want to send information as a conversation starter. This is a way to say hello and welcome to the writing community.

The recipient receives these messages and determines whether you are spamming or networking.  

There are those that simply do spam. They take the network of freelance writers they have built and simply use them selfishly.

The selfish writers are the spammers to the core. They are simply sending information to a listing of potential buyers/customers that will benefit them only. They never say hello, read your articles or care if you respond or not.

These messages are always for their personal gain only. They only contact you when they need something and there hasn’t been anything on their part that can benefit you.

Writers have the intelligence of more than the average person. When you are receiving a message from a fellow writer, you know whether or not you are being spammed or networked.

If you are being spammed and don’t want to be, tell them so. Sometimes you must be brutally honest and ask them not to communicate with you any longer.

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