Great project outcomes are rooted in excellent communication and relations between client and designer. You don’t want to ruin that or push your designer away by saying these things.
1. Can we lower the fee? I have more projects for you. 
It is known as the “dangling carrot” approach – you’re enticing a designer to lower their rates with the promise of more projects to come. Professional designers will see this as a red flag and stay away from you.
Try asking if the designer offers retainer packages instead.
2. Can you do this for free? I have a lot of followers. I can promote you.
Exposure is great, but it can’t pay the bills. It also takes away the time the designer could spend on paid projects.
If the project helps you earn, then you should pay for it.
If you don’t have the budget, how about trying an exchange deal for the products or services you offer.
3. Can you give me some options? I’ll know it when I see it.
This phrase clearly shows you have no idea what you’re looking for. It’s like having to look for a bat in a dark room, and you don’t even know if it even exists. It’s a complete waste of time and effort. Clarify the goals and directions before starting with any design work.
4. Can you work on the design first? We’re still finishing the content.
The content is what drives the design. By seeing the number of words that need to be in the design, you can adjust the layout correctly. You’ll also need to know the tone of the message so the designer can reflect that on the material.
5. Can you do this real quick? I need this today.
Don’t say this to a designer, especially with a logo design. Just because we enjoy what we do doesn’t mean it’s easy or can be done quickly. Ask the designer how much time it takes and if it’s possible to do this on a reasonable deadline.
6. Can you make it pop?
It’s vague, doesn’t make sense, and will not bring the project closer to how you envision it. Provide detailed feedback or examples of what you have in mind.
Communicate what it is you like or think. Don’t just assume. Be polite and give respect to your designer and their work. A collaborative relationship built on mutual respect will go a long for both you and your business.
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