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Jen Miller • Edited

If an NDA is required to even talk about a project, that’s an instant pass from me

May I ask how come? Is it because it makes you feel the project is off the wrong foot?

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Dave Smyth

I’ve been in situations where clients won’t even discuss the type of work they want you to do before signing an NDA. I’m not talking about project specifics here or anything that would be considered proprietary, they’re asking you to sign an NDA before they’ll discuss anything to do with the project.

There are situations where that might be appropriate, but they’re extremely rare and specific. Most of the time, it’s an indication to me that the project is going to be a hassle.

It could also be a sign that the client is particularly litigious and that could jeopardise future work with other clients in a similar sector. Does that make sense?

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Jen Miller

It could also be a sign that the client is particularly litigious and that could jeopardise future work with other clients in a similar sector

This is very interesting and I can see your pov here.