Frictionless Freelancing

I also don’t require a new contract for each project. My contracts are written, in a sense, to be a meta-contract that oversees the entire relationship through multiple projects. Once my client has signed a contract with me, they’ll never have to do so again.

I have found that using one simple contract for all clients has been the most effective for me.

For the least amount of friction, consider crafting a simple contract that covers the basics that all projects would require.

you will not be expecting any more than other service providers

that you are serious about being paid, just as serious as you are about delivering the results

A contract can serve as a source of protection for the client as well. This partially explains why clients are more likely to trust a business that uses a contract.

say, “See, this is what we agreed to!”

A client will be more cooperative if the likelihood of actually getting what they’ve requested depends completely upon their obedience to the terms of the agreement;

A contract that clearly states exactly what you will provide for your client,