8 business • Posted by u/fireman 3 months ago I use payment to test commitment. Once a project comes up, I invoice immediately. I use payment to test commitment. Once a project comes up, I invoice immediately. If you can’t pay, we don’t proceed. I don’t entertain back-and-forth conversations without financial commitment. My time is not free, and I don’t waste it. Truth: Talking is cheap. Payment is proof. People who are serious don’t argue about deposits. Billing early saves you time, energy, and nonsense.