FLASH: Contract Dilemma

[Gahlord Dewald]

I don't work without a deposit. Period. My clients know this and respect it.

Some of them had a bit of a hard time with it at first. But they get over it

quickly when they see that things work. In fact, I usually go for half of an

estimate up front if they won't let me work by the hour. If I'm working by

the hour then my deposit tends to be a little bit less. But most people want

project estimates.


Fact is, there's a ton of work out there as anyone from FF2k can attest.

Though it might be scary, you're better off drumming up clients who can work

with you on terms that make you happy (which will make your work better btw)

than giving a short term loan to a company with the 3rd best service

ranking.


On the other hand, rent might be due and it's scary. But I say stick to your

guns. Develop clients who can meet your requirements for a satisfactory

working relationship. In the thirty to sixty days it will take you to get

the check from your current prospect, you _will_ be able to find a client

who can satisfy your working requirements.


Gahlord



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