Three small mistakes cause big problems in collaborations. Learn what they are and the simple sentence you can use to fix each one right away.

Learn the simple disconnect that causes most collaboration hiccups and the 6-sentence email script you can use to keep creativity moving.

You do not need six separate documents to protect your creative business. You need a single, well-structured contract that matches your working style. Learn what it looks like and why it’s the foundation for a thriving creative business.

Most clients aren’t “bad”, they just are unaware or unsure of your boundaries. Why? Because your contract doesn’t hold up when things get messy. Learn how to write contract clauses that predetermine outcomes and protect your time, so you don’t end up renegotiating mid-project.

You finally booked the client, you blocked your calendar, and then they canceled last minute. Or they tell you they’ve changed their mind and they want their money back.  Refunds and reschedules are common, but they don’t need to derail your business (or ruin your monthly revenue).  Last-minute cancellations and refund requests feel unfair because […]

Tired of chasing late payments? The problem usually starts with unclear or incomplete contract payment terms. Learn how to build payment protections into your contracts so you get paid on time and avoid awkward follow-ups.

Projects that stall can quietly erode your income, your calendar, and your creative energy. Learn how to use simple contract language to create momentum and keep clients engaged. You’ll also see how to build in consequences that prevent endless delays.

When I started my business, I was given a notebook to record my business mistakes. This notebook has transformed my client relationships.

Are your contract payment terms making it clear to clients how to pay and what happens when common hiccups occur? Learn what to include.

You don’t have to give your client a long, legalese-heavy, formal contract for it to be valid. But that doesn’t mean you can skip it either. Read more about what your contract could look like.

Have you ever forgotten to update the copyright ownership section of your contract for months?  Have you ever went back and forth with a client over simple things like payment terms that you thought were clearly outlined in your contract? While a contract does wonders for getting you and your client on the same page, […]