Jul 26 2008
How to Request Advance Payment For Custom Work In Vending Situations
For offline stores, booths, or other venues, state your upfront payment policy in writing. Displaying it will not only let people know your rule, but it will also say, “I’m willing to do custom work”. It clearly tells any potential custom order customers that you have a hard and fast rule for everyone, not just their order.
Don’t be afraid of how people will react to your request. So many sellers are asking for at least part of the total payment before they start a custom project now! You will be in the majority, not seen as shady or suspicious.
Realize that you and your time and money are worth protecting. When you take a custom order on faith, you are the one taking a financial risk. Along with the honest buyer who’s handshake is golden, you will find flakes, scammers, time-wasters, and fickle consumers. Protect your bottom line!
