Lesson 4: Creating Clear Contracts and Scopes of Work
✅ Learning Outcomes:
- Draft contracts that protect your time, payment, and work rights.
- Understand key legal and scope components in freelance agreements.
📘 Content:
1. Why You Need a Contract:
- Prevents scope creep
- Secures payment terms
- Defines responsibilities
- Offers legal protection
2. Key Contract Sections:
- Scope of Work (SOW): Detailed description of deliverables
- Timeline: Project start, milestones, and deadlines
- Payment Terms: Amounts, due dates, and payment methods
- Revisions: Number and scope of changes included
- Ownership: Who owns the work and when
- Termination: Exit terms if either party withdraws
3. Tools and Templates:
- Bonsai (freelance contracts)
- AND.CO
- Google Docs + e-sign platforms like HelloSign or SignWell
🛠️ Activity:
Draft a standard freelance contract using a customizable template. Include sections for:
- Scope
- Pricing
- Timeline
- Revisions
Payment terms