Your choice based on your needs
The investment you are making can be structured as project based or retainer:
Project Based
A good choice for a one time project, whether setting up the original template for your materials or preparing for an important prospect meeting
Some Considerations:
Pros:
—The investment is known upfront with no overruns
–A fixed timeframe
Cons:
There may be additional edits and improvements not considered within the original project scope. For example, investors may respond to a slightly tweaked message.
Retainer
For those interested in the set up and ongoing servicing; ie, adjusting based on how the message resonates, incorporating additional market data, and regular periodic updates.
Some Considerations:
Pros:
–We’re always at the ready to help your message resonate
–Updates to your content as you get client feedback or markets change
Cons:
Your investment’s cost is not pre-determined
Contract
An independent contractor agreement with clauses addressing the following: Scope of Work, Compensation and Expenses, Confidential Information, Indemnification, Other terms as needed, Contract Termination.