Using the F Word…
I just came across a very interesting post by Nick Cernis on Put Things Off in regards to using the “F” word with clients and potential clients.LOL - No, not a curse word - but the word “Freelance” or “Freelancer” etc.
Shock! Horror! Are You Using The F Word Around Your Clients?
In his article, Nick discusses both the Pro’s and Con’s of using this term with clients and potential clients, etc.
Personally, I have been using this as part of my non-official title on my other web sites, but am now reconsidering it…
Of course, as part of this blog and blogging community, I am among the company of some amazing Freelancer’s! That is what I am, too, so I will proudly continue to use the F word around here, LOL.
I hope you’ll give this article a read! It is interesting to see the comments and what everyone else has to say on the matter.
What do you think?
Do you use this term with your clients and prospects? Did the article change your mind about it?
I would love to hear your opinion on the matter, whether it’s here or over at the original article!
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February 1st, 2008
Wow, never thought you’d drop an F-bomb on your blog! LOL Interesting issue, to use the word or not. Since I don’t freelance, it’s not an issue for me. But the dilemma is intriguing. Oh, and thanks for the lead to another great post on the topic.
March 4th, 2008
@Coryan - LOL, funny to hear it called the F-bomb. I don’t think you’ll find the real one around here, but the Freelance one was fairly prevalent.
Now a month later, I have taken a LOT of what this article had to say into consideration in the re-design of my web site and this blog, etc. I have found myself curtailing use of the F-word, as the arguments against using it are very strong…
March 14th, 2008
Thanks for the mention, Selene — glad it’s helped you shape your blog and business in a tiny way! Good luck with the freelan — erm — independent working…
March 16th, 2008
@Nick - You’re very welcome for the mention! I had no idea when I linked to it that I’d be making such a drastic change! I referenced the term “freelancer” millions of times on my personal web site and blog. I still reference it from time to time on the blog, but have completely removed it from the main web site (which is now a combo of my old business and personal web sites).
Thanks for the good wishes, and thanks for helping to steer me in a slightly different direction!