Scamming is the bad news that goes hand in hand with the freedom that is freelancing.
Trust is a big issue in freelancing.
You can talk business, close the deal, write content calendars and content plans and get scammed by a business owner who is supposed to be doing business with you. The said business owner would act as if he has not just stolen intellectul property.
How do you avoid been scammed as a digital creator?
i. Collect a down payment:
Collect a 70% down payment before doing any work. The client may be afraid of getting scammed. You also are doubly afraid of getting scammed. One can't be wasting work resources doing free jobs.
ii. Work by referral or recommendation:
Let friends, family and clients refer new people to you. It is safer than swimming in shark infested waters on your own with no guarantee that the sharks will pay what they owe.
iii. Take the leap of faith:
Choose to trust. Building a clientele takes time and wisdom. Meeting that ideal client will be worth it even if you need to kiss nine frogs according to the proverb.
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