Comments on: The Freelancer-Client Relationship

By: Tammy

Tammy — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:05:31 +0000

I am so glad to see something like this and know other freelancers have had these lines laid on them. I loved it. Thanks. And, I agree with Michelle – I think I might just start referring potential clients to this video prior to working on the agreement.

By: Michelle Waters

Michelle Waters — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:34:08 +0000

I think in my time online I've seen every last one of these people. Perhaps I should have all prospective clients watch this video before filling out my contact form...LOL! Michelle Waterss last blog post..Study Highlight Importance Of Websites For Local Businesses

By: Kelly McCausey

Kelly McCausey — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:17:11 +0000

I love it! I had a convo with a design client recently and he was flabbergasted that I expected 100% payment up front before we would start his project. He's used to being able to get work without a serious commitment. I told him plainly that I reserved the right to run my business my way as opposed to 'the way others do it' and you know what? He paid! Kelly McCauseys last blog post..Legal Resources for Home Business Owners

By: Cindy Bidar

Cindy Bidar — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:01:40 +0000

I've seen this video all over the web now, and I agree that it's funny. But on the other hand it's quite sad. In addition to freelance, I work in a more "traditional" job for a manufacturing company, and this has become standard operating procedure. Companies order from us and want to pay in 60 or 90 or 120 days. Yes, that's four months! Nevermind that we have to pay our suppliers in 15 days. And customers are increasingly going to a consignment based pay system, where we ship them product, but they don't pay for it until they actually use it. Maybe tomorrow, maybe at the end of the year. Just another way business is changing, and we--freelancers or not--have to figure out how to adapt if we want to survive. Cindy Bidars last blog post..All About Anchor Text

By: Tamara Berry

Tamara Berry — Fri, 29 May 2009 23:55:47 +0000

My husband wants to know where the one about the client who will pay as soon as he/she gets paid is.

I can see it now: “I’d be happy to pay for these books, just as soon as my paycheck comes in. I’ll just take them home with me now. I promise to come back when there’s money in my bank account.”

By: Stacey

Stacey — Fri, 29 May 2009 23:50:58 +0000

A picture is so worth a thousand words!!

By: Nick Bostic

Nick Bostic — Fri, 29 May 2009 22:26:40 +0000

I couldn't agree with the sentiment more! I think a lot of people read "freelance" as "volunteer". Nick Bostics last blog post..Spark an Idea Thursday: Avoiding the Summer Slump

By: Tamara Berry

Tamara Berry — Fri, 29 May 2009 21:36:58 +0000

I’ve watched it three times now. Hi-lar-i-ous.

By: Traci Feit Love

Traci Feit Love — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:41:52 +0000

I wish all of my clients could see this! It really drives home how frustrating it is when people think that freelancers somehow aren’t “real” businesses. I also think it’s a lesson for freelancers not to allow themselves to be pressured into accepting less than they’re worth. Next time you’re tempted to accept an inadequate fee, remember the hairdresser!

By: C.Giguere

C.Giguere — Fri, 29 May 2009 14:28:01 +0000

I loved this!