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Voodoo · 11-29-2002, 02:37 PM

SOLUTION:
Get at least a 50% retainer for ALL projects before doing any work. When you are finished with the design... Slap a "SAMPLE" watermark all over it, and screenshot it, so the client can "view" the completed works. Make any changes that are requested at this time. Again, screenshot a sample watermarked version, and review again w/ the client.

Client then pays final amount due. You deliver the works.

People that demand the work be done up front, without any type of deposit or retainer are simply out of their minds, or are trying to scam, or they have been royally screwed by someone in the past. All of these except for being "scammers" are "objections" that can be overcome with a little sales tactics and persuasion.

It's all about doing what is fair to both parties.

Always go for the "Win Win" situation. If you cannot find a "Win Win" situation, always go for the "No Deal". If both parties don't benefit from the situation, it's not worth getting into.

11-29-2002, 02:37 PM
Voodoo ♥ ♦ ♣ ♠ Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 10,592	SOLUTION: Get at least a 50% retainer for ALL projects before doing any work. When you are finished with the design... Slap a "SAMPLE" watermark all over it, and screenshot it, so the client can "view" the completed works. Make any changes that are requested at this time. Again, screenshot a sample watermarked version, and review again w/ the client. Client then pays final amount due. You deliver the works. People that demand the work be done up front, without any type of deposit or retainer are simply out of their minds, or are trying to scam, or they have been royally screwed by someone in the past. All of these except for being "scammers" are "objections" that can be overcome with a little sales tactics and persuasion. It's all about doing what is fair to both parties. Always go for the "Win Win" situation. If you cannot find a "Win Win" situation, always go for the "No Deal". If both parties don't benefit from the situation, it's not worth getting into. __________________ "I'm selflessly supporting the common good, but only coincidentally looking out for No.1."