Sunday, May 2, 2010

The Golden Rule: Connecting with Industry Pros

 At yesterday's Writers Express I promised to share a tip sheet with you on interacting with editors and agents. Here's the first paragraph of that article, and a link to the rest of it, at my blog site.
~Kathy Carlton Willis




Talking to Pros is more about simple courtesies than pitching a certain book idea.

Often at Christian Writers Conferences, conferees are so programmed to engage with industry pros that they end up going overboard and make a poor first impression. Whether we connect face-to-face, by phone, or e-mail, there is a certain code of conduct that should be followed. It’s all about respect and courtesy. The Golden Rule sums up how we are to treat editors, agents, and others in the industry. Make sure you treat industry pros the very way you would want to be treated in their shoes. By doing this, you will leave a lasting impression with them.

Here are some specific etiquette suggestions for you, as you connect with the pros:
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1 comment:

  1. Good reminders, Kathy. It's helpful to know editors and agents want email contact, in order to see writing style!

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