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Cronkite

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2. I can see where that would be a slap in the face.
Wed May 2, 2012, 02:08 PM
May 2012

It is clear that they want to do it themselves whether or not you respond. They way I see it is you have two choices. 1) Ignore the e-mail and let them do their own research. 2) Respond that you will gladly assist them in selecting the appropriate software and in training for an hourly fee. (at least you would earn some revenue from it).

I don't think anyone could fault you for not answering though. In my experience there is no shortage of funky clients out there. People are inconsiderate of both your time and skills. I've had people that expect you to hold their hand for hours and hours and then just pay for the time you actually spend working on the project. (One guy recently wasted hours of my time and then decided not to have any work done)

I think with every "Bad" client you at least earn some experience. In this case I would probably just ignore the e-mail. If they call you just say that you have found that they are all great programs and it is a matter of personal preference. If they push tell them you aren't comfortable telling someone else what to buy....

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