Comments on: Judging a Person’s Character

By: Rob

Rob — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 21:13:18 +0000

Hi Stefan,

Interesting article, especially for newbies to freelancing…

I would def agree my instincts are nearly always correct and can relate to a lot of what you said about that ‘gut’ feeling you have sometimes when something about them doesn’t quite seem right.

I would go further tho, and listen to what they are asking you… a typical alarm signal for me is if they constantly try to barter on the price you quoted them. Also you can usually pick up if they don’t value the time of designers.. im sure most people have had ‘oh, go on it’ll only take you 5 mins’ and the classic for newbies ‘but it’ll look great for your portfolio’ lol

By: Michele24k

Michele24k — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:04:21 +0000

I’ve noticed that people don’t even use the word “character” anymore . . . it is so important to know who you’re dealing with. It only takes one person to cause untold damage, and the after-effects can cost you a lot in terms of money, reputation, etc.

One thing about liars is that folk who will lie FOR you will eventually lie TO you.

A great post and food for thought!

Michele

By: Stefan Mischook

Stefan Mischook — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 07:22:19 +0000

Hi,

I will be putting things on iTunes very soon.

Stefan

By: Kenneth

Kenneth — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 03:25:37 +0000

Is there a way we can download subscribe to your podcast via iTunes

By: Stefan Mischook

Stefan Mischook — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:59:17 +0000

I’m glad you liked my rant.

Stef

By: Damo

Damo — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:11:46 +0000

Very funny. Sounded like more of a rant then a lesson, but very good stuff none the less. Thank you.