Unlock the Secret to Safeguarding Your Creativity and Income with Client Boundaries!
Today, I use contracts that specify payment schedules, methods, and late fees. I also ask for a 30% upfront payment for larger projects, and turn down clients not willing to negotiate. It secures serious clients, and weeds out flaky ones. If a client hesitates about contracts or deposits, consider it a red flag. Your peace and paycheck are worth standing firm.
Building a support network:
Freelance isolation can weigh you down. But, having a mentor or solid community to lean on will change your mindset. I was once afraid to adjust rates, implement contracts, or turn down writing projects because I thought I wouldn’t land other offers. But, joining freelance writing groups on Reddit and Quora helped me overcome my fear.
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