This one goes out to the clients we hate to love

by Mike on February 3, 2011

I’ve got a writing client I hate to love.

I mean, this guy really pushes my angry buttons.

But sadly, like my all-knowing wife, he’s always right. And his criticism and feedback are making me a better writer. So I’m afraid I’m growing to love the guy.

Maybe I’m a victim just waiting for someone to criticize  me. Who knows? All I know is, this guy (my client) makes me more productive, makes me think harder about every writing assignment, and brings out my best work.

Actually, he’s the kind of client who makes me feel I should be paying HIM, not the other way around.

So let’s all raise our glasses to the clients we hate to love.

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