Why NOT Work With Me (And Why It Worked)

Helloooooo!

Back in May when I started freelancing, I saw the founder of a content marketing agency was looking for a freelance content writer, and I knew he might have received many DMs.

So, I did something different.

I sent a reverse psychology email titled "Why NOT Work With Me."

He replied. We got on a call. I sent a paid sample, negotiated my rate, and closed the deal.

I posted about it on LinkedIn, and you all went crazy!

So, I’m sharing it here too.

(Because it’s easier to drop a link than dig through messages and send it to everyone individually.)

Quick context: This was back when I was hunting for my first client. If I had to do it again? I’d keep the approach the same—just tweak a few details.

Here goes.

Not a typical Freelance Writer

Hey!
You might have gotten 100s of DMs by now.

I'll tell you why to go with any one of them and not Me.

- They are from agencies, handling multiple clients
(might not be able to give their full attention to you).

- They might be working with Multiple clients
(affects the quality of work)

- Their day might be busy with tons of work.
(Might not be available for a call with you when you need).

Why Not work with me!

- I started freelancing full time this month
(have no clients right now, but have a track record for writing content for 4+ years now.

- You get a complete package
(from writing long form blogs to SM copies and captions and can help you with everything)

- I am looking to work with someone I can be proud to say was my first client (as a full time freelancer, so, i would give my 200%)

I'll share my portfolio across if this message stands out from the 100 DMs, you might have received.

Thanks!

And that’s it.

Simple, effective, and reverse psychology at its best.

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Let’s find our first client together!

P.S. I share raw, unfiltered insights into freelancing—the stuff no one talks about—every Friday. See you soon!

Love,
Nikita