Why Scope Creep is Dangerous
- First, permitting scope creep sets a bad precedent: If you work with a retainer client, that is generally a long-term working relationship. However, if you make an exception on the first project, the client may expect you to make the same accommodations for every project after.
- Second, you are uncompensated for additional work: Your time is valuable and working for free doesn’t pay the bills. If you get into the habit of working for free (even for small requests), you subconsciously tell the client and yourself that zero is the cost of your labor.
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