http://jonathan-hull.com/blog/2006/12/15/a-short-thought-on-freelance/ What am I babbling about in design today? Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:41:40 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://jonathan-hull.com/blog/2006/12/15/a-short-thought-on-freelance/comment-page-1/#comment-8 Brad McCall Mon, 18 Dec 2006 08:25:39 +0000 http://jonathan-hull.com/blog/?p=13#comment-8 I think the most valuable thing that I ever learned about working with freelance clients or co-workers is about how to manage expectations. First, understanding the perceived expectations of each party is key. Second, agree on realistic expectations together (designer and client) this includes budgets, time-frames and deliverables. REALISTIC was the key word there. And three, if there is problems, RESET those expectations in a reasonable time-frame. The client will be much less put-out if the deadline is not met or a project will run over budget, as long as they have proper notice (reset expectations). Great post! I think the most valuable thing that I ever learned about working with freelance clients or co-workers is about how to manage expectations. First, understanding the perceived expectations of each party is key. Second, agree on realistic expectations together (designer and client) this includes budgets, time-frames and deliverables. REALISTIC was the key word there. And three, if there is problems, RESET those expectations in a reasonable time-frame. The client will be much less put-out if the deadline is not met or a project will run over budget, as long as they have proper notice (reset expectations). Great post!

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