Should You Compromise on Price?
Perhaps you’re a newly-minted freelancer searching for online jobs, to build your portfolio. Or you’re a hungry consultant, trying to land your next gig. A prospective client approaches you, likes your work, and wants your skills for their budding enterprise.
There’s just one catch: they don’t have much money. You’re assured that ultimately, however, their venture will take off – and you’ll be rewarded for your efforts.
So…do you offer to work for yeoman’s wages? No.
Case in Point
Back in 2003, I was approached by some filmmakers – via AOL’s message boards – who needed help setting up a Web site. They were adapting author Michael Murphy’s landmark golf novel, Golf in the Kingdom of Shivas Irons, into a full-length motion picture. Some big names were dropped, including that of Clint Eastwood (who had once bought the film rights) and Sean Connery, who was an early favorite for a key role.
Why, they even had interest from various investors. There was just one minor problem. (more…)