I think one of the hardest moments for me as a brand new web designer with my first client to serve was mustering the courage to discuss all kinds of aspects, especially when my client seemed to be the “know it all” type. Frustration was what I felt and I just didn’t know what to do: tell my client he’s totally off when it comes to that matter or just “suck it up” and do what I am told to?

There is a time when you need to ask yourself: “Do I tell my clients they are wrong? And how do I do this?”

Many people who had more experience in dealing with clients told me to shut up, take the money and never mind the problem. Some claimed it’s a bad strategy to point to your client he’s wrong, that your client might lose respect in you and trust in your services.

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