Most freelance disasters are not about talent. They are about a project that never ends: one more change, one more small favour, one more round. A short scope statement stops that before it starts.
The three lines
- What you get. List the exact deliverables.
- What is not included. Name the things clients commonly assume are free.
- How changes work. State the number of revision rounds, the timeline, and the price of extra work.
An example for a logo project
Three logo concepts, two rounds of revisions on the chosen concept, and final files in six formats. Copywriting, printing and brand guidelines are not included. Extra revision rounds are charged at [your price] each. Delivery is within seven days of the deposit and the completed brief.
Add a deposit
Ask for part of the fee before you start. Many freelancers ask for between a third and a half. It filters out people who are not serious, and it gives you the means to commit your time. Say plainly that work begins when the deposit is received.
Define "done"
Finish every project with a short message: These are the final files. This completes the scope we agreed. It closes the project politely and opens the door for the next paid one.
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