Freelancing Contracts, Part 1

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This playbook will allow you to read and understand a contract so you feel confident that you understand what you are signing, as well as a freelance contract template.

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By the end of this playbook

<p>As a freelancer, it’s important to have contracts in place. They will ensure you get paid the correct amount, in a timely fashion, and protect you from any changes to scope or workload. However, contracts can be intimidating. In this playbook, we will help you to understand each term in a contract and give you a contract template you can send to clients.</p>

Steps

The importance of understanding contracts

Clarify the difference between an SOW and a freelancer contract

Define the building blocks of a valid contract

Understanding parties and services

Defining project and project period

Understanding scope and deliverables

Clarify milestones and timeline

Define the payment terms

Craft a late payment clause

Add an expenses clause

Finalize your contract

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