Getting Paid
Set clear payment terms and follow up consistently to get paid on time.
Set yourself up for success:
- Use shorter payment terms - Net 7 or Net 14 instead of Net 30
- Add payment instructions - Clear bank details or payment links
- Send immediately - Don't delay sending invoices after completing work
- Mark as paid - Update status when paid so you track cash flow accurately
When payment is late:
- Check your invoice list regularly for overdue payments
- Send a polite reminder (most late payments are just forgotten)
- Follow up consistently - weekly reminders work