The relationship between a contractor’s and a client is crucial to their business. This is the reason why clients will often pay more to work with contractors they trust and appreciate.
The key to a strong relationship is to communicate consistently and being true to yourself. Clients must feel that contractors are committed to their work and are able. They should be able to feel that they have their best interests in mind. This is why it’s important to establish clear communication from the outset and to establish a single point of contact. It’s a good idea to encourage regular meetings. This could happen at the end of every day or on a regular basis. This will let you clear any misunderstandings and sure that your client is satisfied with everything that is taking place.
One of the biggest problems that can cause a rift in a client-contractor relationship is over-promising. If you try to impress a client with unreasonable demands, your project may be delayed or finished with a lower quality than the initial agreement. Set realistic expectations and discuss what you are able to deliver with the client. Then go over and beyond.
A relationship between a contractor and a client contractor can also lose a client’s trust if he becomes complacent and rely on a handful of clients to supply a continuous stream of work. This can be dangerous as it could result in the contractor doing not look for other opportunities or is not willing to consider working with different clients.