“Unlocking the Truth: Could These 4 Subtle Client Warning Signs Spell Disaster for Your Business?”
Mismatched expectations
As freelancers, we sometimes wind up doing jobs that aren’t exactly the right fit for us. Say your area of focus is writing white papers, and your client assumes that “writing is writing” and tasks you with creating social media posts. You don’t want to say no, so you accept the work, but your hourly rate suffers because you take too long, given that it’s not your area of expertise.
How to handle it: Don’t be afraid of declining work that doesn’t feel like it’s the right fit. As a business owner, you get to decide what kind of services you offer. Not all content requires the same skillset. One thing I like to do is to refer a friend for work that doesn’t suit me but might suit them. This way, you’re helpful to both — the client, who may continue commissioning white papers from you, and your friend, who might return the favor one day.
