Every writer knows the excitement and stress of adding new projects. When you take on a new project -- there are always little "surprises" and things that you simply can't expect that need to be taken care of. Every client needs to be treated like they #1: or they'll gladly find someone else who does. So adding a new project is something that needs to be done with delicacy and care.
Expect it to take longer. Projects take time. New projects always take longer than you expect. Add an additional twenty percent to every project's deadline when starting something new. You'll be glad you did -- it will take the sting out of any "surprise" factors that may spring up.
Relationships are always number one. Some people may be afraid to ask a question when they don't know the answer. They are scared they'll look like they were supposed to know it already -- but I'd rather take the other side of the coin. I would much rather ask the question to get the information to do the project, than to simply guess -- and to guess wrong and to royally screw something up. One project can often lead to another. But relationships are job number one, especially with a new project.
Express gratitude. This sounds kind of simple, but I always thank a client for picking me to be their writer. I'm happy to work with my clients. I know that they have their choice of writers -- and they chose me. Expressing gratitude is a good attitude to have. It does not mean grovelling or being "below" someone. Merely being thankful that they choose to work with you.
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