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A client in Phoenix offered me a flat $500 for a project that took three weeks.
I was so focused on landing the work that I didn't break down the hours, and ended up making less than minimum wage. Now I write a simple scope of work for every single job, no matter how small. How do you all handle pricing for projects that drag on longer than expected?
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diana_west276mo ago
Scope documents just create more work and scare off clients. A flat fee is simple and builds trust. If a project takes longer, that's on you for not working fast enough. Learning to be efficient is part of the job. Charging by the hour makes clients suspicious of every minute.
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lindal136mo ago
Oh sure, because clients never change their minds halfway through. A flat fee for a moving target just means you're working for free. That's not trust, that's getting taken for a ride.
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lunag306mo ago
I mean, saying it's just on you for not working fast enough feels kinda harsh. Clients can add stuff without realizing it takes time. A simple scope doc just makes sure everyone's on the same page from the start.
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