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I need your opinions!
3 years ago
I have a question, mostly targeted to commissioners. Do you prefer the slow trickle waiting list setup I currently have, or would it be better for me to open Slots in bulk (around 5) twice a month around the same time each month?
The benefits of the slow trickle is that I can stay open, and people can come in as they please. And when commissions are coming in slow, I can start and finish very quickly. However when I start to pick up traction, it can be hard to give good estimates on wait times. Especially if anything slows down my work. Also I end up picking up more work than I can handle since its hard to judge reply times. That starts to clog the system too. I tried to open a slot system with a commission forum a long time ago, but it failed pretty bad. Almost everyone ignored the forum or just asked me to dm them when slots where open. That would be fine, but I'm starting to get a little overwhelmed with the number of people asking me about commissions.It's especially hard because it spans multiple accounts (discord, telegram, FA, & email). And I feel bad when I cant get back to everyone in a timely manor.
If the slots worked however, it could potentially give new people space to commission me, since my slots typically close with most of them filled by regular clients. (I do love you guys tho uwu y'all literally put food on my table)
What are your thoughts? I really want to make sure things go smoothly for everyone.
In cause your shy, here's a link to send an anonymous message. Critiques are welcome :3
https://forms.gle/25iEdmV2BprLQ4z59
The benefits of the slow trickle is that I can stay open, and people can come in as they please. And when commissions are coming in slow, I can start and finish very quickly. However when I start to pick up traction, it can be hard to give good estimates on wait times. Especially if anything slows down my work. Also I end up picking up more work than I can handle since its hard to judge reply times. That starts to clog the system too. I tried to open a slot system with a commission forum a long time ago, but it failed pretty bad. Almost everyone ignored the forum or just asked me to dm them when slots where open. That would be fine, but I'm starting to get a little overwhelmed with the number of people asking me about commissions.It's especially hard because it spans multiple accounts (discord, telegram, FA, & email). And I feel bad when I cant get back to everyone in a timely manor.
If the slots worked however, it could potentially give new people space to commission me, since my slots typically close with most of them filled by regular clients. (I do love you guys tho uwu y'all literally put food on my table)
What are your thoughts? I really want to make sure things go smoothly for everyone.
In cause your shy, here's a link to send an anonymous message. Critiques are welcome :3
https://forms.gle/25iEdmV2BprLQ4z59
Personally I prefer the slow trickle, but I won't be too beat up if you move to slots -w-
I will readily admit burnout is something I struggle with too. I feel like I go back and forth between doing way to much work and barely any. However I have been getting a little better since my wrist injury (kinda forced me to take a long break). Daily hour limits have helped a lot too!
Besides, it might also have the added effect of teaching some folks patience XD
But I can see how that would build up and become overwhelming. As an artist it's really up to you how you do it