If you're a sensitive, caring entrepreneur then you're likely to face a situation with a client that I call, "Emotional Money Dumping." This is where your client's money issues suddenly become yours, leaving you feeling responsible, guilty or stuck.
For example, your client is late in paying you, sharing with you their money woes. You listen compassionately, and while you DO want to get paid, instead of asking about a plan you find yourself commiserating with their situation, saying things to help them feel better. At the end of the conversation you have no clear plan for payment but do have a feeling of unease and heaviness.
Read Kendall's entire article How to Avoid Taking on Your Clients' Money Drama
Kendall Summerhawk, our official How to Charge Expert
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