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Article Surfing ArchiveWhy The Editor Is NOT The Enemy - Articles SurfingThey can be mean, unethical and downright unprofessional. But not all editors fit that bill. In fact, most editors would rather give you money that take it, make no changes than rewrite whole pieces two hours before deadline, and accept every piece of crap than start their mornings sending out rejection slips. But step into an editor's shoes, and you'll know why that's not only hard, it's just plain impossible! Here are the most common complaints writers have, and why editors aren't always guilty of them. Completely Changing your Work Paying Less or not Paying at all I was in a publisher-editor meeting the other day, and one common concern was raised*why weren't suppliers (including freelancers) paid on time? A complaint unanimously raised by* editors! An important thing to remember is that while it may appear so to us, editors aren't really the ones calling the shots all the time. That's the publisher's job. So hating the editor's guts won't get you anywhere. While some editors may be creeps, most of them are on your side! So, if you want more money, just ask for it. Chances are the editor is the only one who can help you get it. Not Responding Killing Articles I lost the toss and sat down to draft the e-mail. I explained at length how our policies had changed, told him that we*d be willing to give more assignments and even added a touch of humor. But the writer was obviously blinded. He thought of me as the devil. And by doing so, he*d just lost a perfectly good opportunity for more assignments.
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