Freelance Copywriting Tip – How to spot a bad client in 60 seconds

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10. Wants to know your fee BEFORE seeing your work

9. Wants a quote before explaining scope of work

8. Keeps repeating ‘it’s a very simple job’ (NOT)

7. Asks you to meet his ‘committee’ or ‘board’ first

6. Says ‘Actually, I can do it myself’ if I have time

5. Says ‘Don’t worry about the money – we always pay’ – even if you haven’t expressed your worry

4. Reluctant to pay anything upfront or even on delivery – and mentions ‘if approved’

3. Wants multiple options but only wants to pay for one

2. Does not have content and asks you to look up other websites to get content

1. Asks you to call him back if you want his business – great clients call you first if they have seen and liked your work

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