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If you're afraid that your client contract has some hidden pitfalls and maybe one day, it's all going to blow up in your face, then today's episode is for YOU!
Today, we're talking about when you don't know, what you don't know. It's not about the right legal wording. And it's even less about what you actually SAY in your contract. What matters more is what's MISSING from your contract.
Today, I dive deep into how to spot what's missing and provide you with a free tool to help plug those holes and fill those gaps. Hear my story of a client who led me on a literal courtroom chase and what I learned from it about making client expectations crystal clear. Listen to find out why most problems arise from what isn't in your contracts, and how you can avoid common pitfalls by being prepared, setting clear expectations, and always staying ahead of potential problems.
- 00:05 The Importance of Missing Contract Clauses
- 01:46 A Personal Story: The Courtroom Chase
- 05:52 Lessons Learned and Contract Essentials
- 09:31 Common Client Issues and Contract Solutions
- 19:55 Real-Life Example: Bob's Contract Nightmare
- 28:58 Final Thoughts and Action Steps
Resources
- Free Interactive Guide: "12 Simple Tweaks to a Clearer Client Contract"
- Get on the Waitlist for the 8-Week Contracts Course
- Episode 32 - What You Need to Know Before You Sign: Contracts Basics - Including Podcast Contracts, too! (Part 1)
- Episode 33 - When to Enforce Your Agreements: Contracts Basics (Part 2)
- Episode 34 - Resolving Contract Disputes: Contracts Basics (Part 3)
- Episode 35 - Drafting Your First Contract: Contracts Basics (Part 4)
- Episode 36 - My Top 5 Tips for International Work: Contracts Basics (Part 5)
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Hi! I'm Sheila, your guide to a Joyful and Thriving™ creative life! I have lots of titles: attorney, social worker, coach, consultant, keynote speaker, educator. And while I'm proud of those titles, I am a human first and a title second – just like you. I want to help you reset expectations, set boundaries, and make aligned decisions, so you can streamline and focus your energy on the people, projects, and pay that actually matter to you.
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