Don't let them tell you money is not a motivation
It is, and that's why I've made some money. I have a theory and some job opportunities for you — hear me out.
I know I said I'd be talking about how I knew I wouldn't get the job during an interview, but this is so consequential and I'd love to unpack.
Also, there are some job gigs in this newsletter and I've fixed them randomly (lmao, don't mind me, they're at the bottom), so read through keenly and you’ll find them. I also said I wouldn't be sharing this with you, but I'd like to do this for early subscribers. Also, I am not very impressed with their rates, but if you're starting, you should check them out.
Where were we with my theory?
Ahem. Loving what you do and going hard for it is a different ballgame from doing what you love because there's some cash at the end of the table. I play so much by the latter and this is why I went into writing and gave it my all. If it didn't pay, I wouldn't be doing it so much, but I'd still love it.
Money is a fine motivation — employers would say I'm reaching, but I'm not. I don't think the gratification for going full-on at what you love is enough reward. Yes, you may be insanely in love with how much you’re able to do with your words, designs, and photography; but I believe it is more filling, like a bite of velvet cake, when you earn from it. The pay rejuvenates that passion every day and pushes you. For me, I don't run out of ideas, my comprehension of new concepts is incredible, and I don't hold back. Going hard is not the same as going with the flow: money as a reward helps you go hard.
Quick one: Have you FOLLOWED US ON TWITTER? Why not? If you look at our page, you'll see we followed everyone back. We'll follow you too!
Back to biz:
Is my theory flawed? I won't tell you what to think as flawed, but I know this may not sit well with you if you've not been broke for a long time. People actually think it's an erroneous way of thinking but I believe it's legit as much as it keeps you afloat. I also know there are a whole lot of people that think like me— I've heard them say it, but being money-driven is not particularly a decorated trait so people just shut up most times.
Why though? There are bills to pay and the cost of living is horrible. As long as it is your career and you're qualified enough, you should be as rugged as you can with raising rates and setting a wage.
Someone hired me simply because I chose a rate that was above their offer. Some employers actually think that you have to be worth it to charge something above average so they clinch with strong arms when you put up that front and set a good rate as you should.
Remote gigs, get in.
Sly Joy: Hi y'all, I'm looking for finance writers who can write about cryptocurrency, e.g. coin price prediction, wallet reviews, etc. Let me know your rate and also I'd appreciate it if you could include your portfolio as well! Email him: slyejoyserrano@contenthacker.co
Asketic: Asketic is looking for a designer passionate for working with brand design. Whether you've been doing this for years or someone looking to start out, send your portfolio to work@asketic.com by November 18.
Omohuwa: Looking to hire freelance writers to create content for a beauty and wellness blog. Content would be shared on a weekly basis for 3 months. Knowledge of web content management systems and HTML is a plus. Send samples or a link to your portfolio to: o.anavheokhai@gmail.com
Pigsback: For writers of fiction & non-fiction, @ThePigsBack1 are looking for submissions of 2000-5000 words. Free to submit, and published writers receive a flat fee of €300. Deadline: 15 Nov.
Well, I said I wasn't too impressed with their rates, but I thought you'd loved that last one. Don't you? Well, I just change my mind and do stuff.
Anyways, I'll be sending about 50 of these opportunities that pay better to today's newsletter (for my paying subscribers) later today. You'd love it. Trust me. And of course, you can still pay! Send a dm to Crealo Africa on Twitter and we can get you set up.
All my love,
Chidinma.