That's pretty reasonable. Although I didn't explicitly SAY so in the article (and I really should have), the "Listen to them" step is intended to be via phone or in-person.
Regarding #2, is it always clear to you on the spot if a project isn't a good fit? That's kind of awareness is rare, IME, and kudos to you for having it!
A lot of the freelancers that I've mentored need a bit of time & space to ponder and re-play the tape in their head, so to speak, before they can come to that conclusion.
Regarding #2, is it always clear to you on the spot if a project isn't a good fit? That's kind of awareness is rare, IME, and kudos to you for having it!
A lot of the freelancers that I've mentored need a bit of time & space to ponder and re-play the tape in their head, so to speak, before they can come to that conclusion.