How To Be A Good Client
A good contractor has a great relationship with their client. But it takes two to tango. The successful contractor/client relationship should be mutually beneficial and cohesive.
Not all clients and agencies will be the perfect match. Making sure your contractor is the right fit is important. Feel free to ask questions to make sure the contractor can fulfill your needs and provide you with your desired results. But be prepared to be interviewed by your contractor to make sure you fit into their client model. Contractors have the right to not work with clients as much as clients have the right to move on from a contractor.
Crew Business Solutions starts building its relationship with a client off with a discovery call. This is a chance for the potential client to interview us and discover our ability to fulfill their needs. There are no strings attached. If it’s not a good fit, we go our separate ways. But when it’s a match, we explore moving forward with a variety of solutions that will fit the unique needs of the client.
As much as a client desires an effective contractor, contractors welcome manageable clients. Clients need to keep in mind that their contractor is not their employee. Contractors do not work well when micro-managed and are more than likely helping multiple clients. If you are looking for a devoted employee, you may need to hire an actual employee. Contractors do care about the work they complete for clients. Make sure you communicate your timelines and goals and the relationship should work well.
Check out these tips from AdWeek on how to help ensure the longevity and success of your client/contractor relationship.