Freelancer v IT (dev, design, copy, consulting) často jediný bod kontaktu s klientom v USA alebo UK — angličtina je biznis jazyk. Tento článok: scope, proposal, revisions, invoice a boundaries.
Nie právna rada — zmluvy, IP a daňové otázky rieš s odborníkmi.
Kontext: Angličtina pre IT. Klient: Angličtina s klientom. Technické vysvetlenie: Technický problém s klientom. Business English.
Freelancer scenáre — unikátne
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| Scenár | Freelancer frázy |
|---|---|
| Discovery call | Fit, timeline, budget range |
| Proposal | Scope, price, terms |
| Scope creep | Out of scope quote |
| Revision limit | Round 3 is additional |
| Status update | Progress, blockers |
| Invoice follow-up | Due date, pause work |
| End project | Handoff, testimonial ask |
Discovery call — qualifying
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- What's the goal for this project — launch date, MVP, or full product?
- Who approves deliverables on your side?
- Budget range helps me propose the right scope — ballpark?
- I specialize in React dashboards — if you need mobile native, I'd refer a partner.
Proposal — scope block
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Scope included:
- Landing page (5 sections) responsive
- Integration with existing form API
- 2 rounds of revisions on design and copy placement
Not included:
- Copywriting, SEO, hosting setup
- Ongoing maintenance after handoff
Timeline: 4 weeks from signed proposal and deposit
Price: €X fixed — 50% upfront, 50% on delivery
Scope creep — profesionálne
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- I can add the blog section — it's a separate scope. Estimate €Y and +1 week.
- That's a great idea for v2 — let's keep v1 focused on launch deadline.
- Per our agreement, two revision rounds — this would be round three at hourly rate.
Vyhni sa: You didn't say that before (aggressive).
Revision request odpoveď
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- Thanks for feedback — I'll incorporate comments 1–5 in revision round 1 by Friday.
- Point 6 changes layout significantly — confirm you want that before I proceed.
- Consolidated feedback in one doc helps me batch changes.
Status update e-mail
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Hi Chris,
Week 2 update:
- Homepage draft in Figma — link below
- Waiting on your logo SVG for header
- On track for week 4 delivery if assets by Wednesday
Questions — reply or book 15 min Thu.
Best,
Nina
Invoice follow-up
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Prvý (friendly):
Hi — invoice #104 for phase 1 was due March 1. Could you confirm payment status? Happy to resend PDF.
Druhý (firm):
Following up on #104 — please let me know by Friday. I'll pause work on phase 2 until settled per our agreement.
Boundaries — availability
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- I work CET business hours — async replies within 24h.
- Weekend work is possible at emergency rate — let's agree in advance.
- I'm on holiday July 10–20 — no deliverables that week.
Handoff a koniec projektu
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- All files in Google Drive — source, exports, short Loom on how to edit text.
- 30-day bug-fix window for issues in delivered scope — not new features.
- If you're happy with the work, a short LinkedIn recommendation helps — totally optional.
Kompletný príklad: scope creep call (B2)
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Thanks for the new ideas — admin dashboard would be valuable. Original scope was marketing site only. I can quote dashboard separately: roughly 5 days, fixed fee or hourly. If launch in April is priority, I'd suggest phase 2 for dashboard after go-live. Which matters more — date or full scope now?
Precvičenie
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- Proposal scope — included / not included.
- Scope creep odpoveď — 3 vety.
- Status update e-mail.
- Client call scenár — discovery + scope.
Súvisiace články
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| Téma | Článok |
|---|---|
| Vyjednávanie | Vyjednávanie po anglicky |
| Klient | Angličtina s klientom |
| Medzinárodný klient | Angličtina v medzinárodnom tíme |
Záver
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Angličtina pre freelancerov = scope na papieri, jasné nie pre creep a profesionálny follow-up. Klient rešpektuje freelancer, ktorý komunikuje termíny a ceny vopred — nie ten, kto povie yes na všetko a ghostuje pri faktúre. Jazyk tu; zmluvy u právnikov.