My Clients Don't Pay My Invoices 🤬 Here's What to Do

My Clients Don't Pay My Invoices 🤬 Here's What to Do

Author: Elisabeth Mayr September 17, 2025 Duration: 24:54

You've delivered your services but your clients aren't clearing your invoices?Happens quite a lot, unfortunately.

But there's things you can do to make sure you get paid.In this episode of the Freelance Blueprint Podcast, I'm talking about

1ļøāƒ£ How you can prevent unpaid invoices

2ļøāƒ£ What to do when it does happen

3ļøāƒ£ How not to burn bridges when things get uncomfortable


I'm Lisi, a freelance UX Designer and Digital nomad and host of the Freelance Blueprint Podcast.


šŸ“Œ Let me know in the comments if you've been OR currently are in the situation of chasing your invoices.

Maybe I can help.

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šŸ“Timestamps00:00 Intro

01:00 If you didn't get paid, listen to this

02:07 You need a contract with payment terms

03:52 Late Payment Fees

08:14 Emails are powerful, if done well

10:11 Consider a Middle Man

11:03 How to Handle when they're past the payment due date

14:26 Cease Work if neccessary

16:56 If nothing works: Take Legal Action

20:56 Can You Spot in Advance a Client that doesn't pay?

22:50 What You Need to Hear

23:54 Outro


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Elisabeth Mayr knows the freelance life isn't just about doing the work you love; it's about navigating the unpredictable terrain of running your own business. In The Freelance Blueprint, she draws from her own experience as a freelance UX designer to create a resource that feels more like a series of honest conversations than a rigid instruction manual. Each episode features discussions with fellow freelancers from a wide range of disciplines, digging into the real stories behind their successes and setbacks. You’ll hear practical advice on setting rates, managing difficult clients, and finding a sustainable workflow, but also candid talk about isolation, self-doubt, and the personal growth that comes with this career path. This podcast is built on the understanding that while freelancing can be solitary, you don't have to figure it all out by yourself. Whether you're just considering the leap or are a seasoned veteran looking to refine your approach, Elisabeth and her guests offer tangible insights and a sense of community, making the complexities of independent work feel a little more manageable and a lot less lonely. Tune in for a grounded perspective that focuses on building a freelance career that works for your life.
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