In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of managing last-minute client requests, rush jobs, and the importance of setting boundaries in creative projects. They share real-world experiences, discuss strategies for transparent communication, and emphasize the value of educating clients about the complexities of high-quality deliverables.

Rush Jobs and Emergency Projects (0:00 )
Client Communication and Project Management (9:15 )
Handling Client Expectations and Deadlines (9:38 )
Impact of Rush Jobs on Business and Reputation (9:51 )
Lessons Learned from Rush Jobs (25:20 )
Strategies for Managing Rush Jobs (28:46 )
Balancing Client Needs and Business Viability (35:10 )
Educating Clients on Project Complexity (36:24 )
Final Thoughts and Recommendations (37:10 )

Video Version:https://youtu.be/koz5fbvoOW8

📌 Topics Covered:  
rush jobs, client expectations, pricing strategies, transparency, phased project approaches, client education, professional boundaries, vendor relationships, business reputation, personal anecdotes

📢 Key Takeaways:  
transparent communication, client education, phased delivery, boundary setting, pricing strategy, reputation management, flexibility, collaboration, risk assessment, self-advocacy

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- Doug Duvall: [Motif Media](https://motifmedia.com)  
- Eric Wing: [Darby Digital](https://withdarby.com)  
- Podcast Website: [Creative Context](https://creativecontext.net)

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Douglas Duvall

motifmedia.com for high-end video production.

Eric Wing

withdarby.com for digital marketing and web development services.