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Goob's right on the money (sorry) on this one. In Accounts Receivable
(unlike courting) it's impossible to call "too frequently." I've been on
both ends of this (Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable), and while
frequent contact doesn't *guarantee* payment, it often does the trick.
Follow up every call with a brief e-mail and/or fax that specifies not only
the work done and the money owed but also their response to you during that
phone call ("You indicated that you intend to..."). Always be polite and
professional on the phone and in writing. If you absolutely have to use a
lawyer or collection service, provide them with your e-mails and faxes as
well as the written contract.
Dan Goldstein
-----Original Message-----
From: Goober Writer
Sent: Friday, October 17, 2003 11:49 AM
To: TECHWR-L
Subject: Re: Freelance issue
> Have you tried calling this guy who owes you the
> money
> and telling him that he's 3 months behind on
> payment?
> Also, have you asked your cousin what he thinks is
> the
> best way to get payment?
Definitely call this person, every day if needed,
until you get an actual date. "In process" is lame
after 3 months. I can see a few weeks, but 3 months is
rediculous. Then, if they miss their date, start your
daily calls again.
Of course, I'd ask WHERE in the process is it (are
they having trouble cooking the berries down for ink?)
and WHO you can contact about getting it moved along.
Most likely you will want to speak with someone in
accounting.
If you get nowhere, bring your contract to your lawyer
and have him/her draw up a letter of contention.
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