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Freelance contract template
A plain-English contract for a client abroad, for any kind of freelance work, with notes on what to fill in and why.
- The work, what is not included, and what the client provides
- Fees, upfront payment and what happens if a payment is late
- Who pays for tools, and who owns the work
- Notice, handover, and signing by email
Proposal template
A structure for answering a job post, with notes on what each part is for.
- An opening that repeats the client's problem back to them
- A short plan in three steps
- One relevant example of past work
- A clear question that invites a reply
Rate sheet
One page that tells a client what you do and what it costs, so the money talk is easier.
- What you do, in one sentence
- Three packages with what is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What is not included
First message to a new client
What to send after the first call, so they know what happens next.
- A summary of what you heard on the call
- What you will deliver and by when
- What you need from them
- How and when you will be paid