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harrison88Aug 28, 2007
Sound's a bit like "There are no bug's in my script, they're just random features"
jimboreadyAug 28, 2007
"Letting off steam. If there is a problem with a client, some freelancers have a tendency to vent their frustration" - calling you clients partner a **** doesn't for using internet explorer doesn't help the situation.Getting too personal. It’s good to be friendly with a client, but keep it professional. - "sweetheart"'s not a good idea either.Failing to be yourself. - definately.
jababAug 28, 2007
Don't freelance unless you're able to charge a hell of a lot for your work.
ronkAug 28, 2007
Been there. It was my first contract. Was afraid to ask the standard rate (felt sorry for the small company). In addition, I failed to see the scope of the project and estimated the wrong number of hours. Had to do triple the amount of work. Still haven't gotten my payment yet. Supposedly the end users are evaluating the product. It has been 3 months now. Learnt my lesson.
elementopAug 28, 2007
11) Don't work for family or friends. In a nutshell, they will expect more for less money. They will want the "good-guy discount" which at first won't seem too bad, but when scope creep sets in, they will expect you to add "just one more thing" without being willing to pony up for the extra work. Basically, if you aren't willing to do the job for your relative or buddy for free, don't work for them.12) As well as being picky about the client, be picky about the jobs you accept as well. Make sure that the solution you offer really is a fit for the client's needs, and don't be afraid to walk away if it isn't. I once installed an Asterisk PBX for a very small business, and it was an unmitigated disaster. When I first began negotiating with the client, she had grand visions of what she would like her telephone system to do, and it seemed like a perfect fit for Asterisk. However, as I began to spec out the hardware for the system and configure the PBX, the client began to realize that what she wanted wasn't really what she needed and that she didn't want to spend the money that was needed to build a good PBX. In the end, she purchased a two-line consumer grade telephone with multiple handsets that was a better fit for her needs.
othersomethingsAug 28, 2007
Amway? Really?
brownspankAug 29, 2007
You forgot 'Underestimating'.
freelancer0Nov 30, 2008
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senthilbalaji_1986aeJun 16, 2011
grt??
teretanaJul 12, 2011
Very nice list. I have been working as graphic designer and i know what you mean. Here is one site that provides all graphic design jobs so for me that one is very good for freelancers.
www.designmansion.org