Still collecting half-down on product orders and hoping for the best?
In this episode, I’m sharing the financial risks you didn’t know you were taking, until it’s too late. You’ll hear a real story of how one designer ended up owing $60,000 when a client passed away, and how outdated deposit structures and a lack of boundaries nearly took down her business.
More importantly, you’ll learn how to protect yourself with clear agreements, clean systems, and a confident money mindset.
Topics I Cover in This Episode:
- Why 50% deposits no longer work in today’s market
- A legal reality check: what happens when clients pass away
- The hidden liabilities of people-pleasing in product sales
- How to write purchase terms that protect you completely
- The “100% Upfront” boundary, and why clients don’t mind
- Why you’re not offering good service when you take the risk
- How e-commerce has made full payment the norm
- What goes in your LOA and purchase proposals
- How to simplify bookkeeping and eliminate stress
- Shifting from “prove it works” to “prove you’ll pay”
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
- Book a Clarity Call
- Learn about the Growth & Structure programs
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