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#RI-6a6b1312·7 months ago·
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Negotiating a bad contract

I ignored a category mismatch in a potential client, resulting in a one-sided contract and lost customization work.

What I wish I knew
"Trust my instincts and disqualify mismatched clients sooner"
If I could tell you one thing
"Negotiate price, not just terms, and watch for prospects who won't haggle"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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