How Do You Handle Scope Creep with Clients?
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Scope creep is probably the number one challenge FDEs face.
Common Scenarios
- Client asks for one more feature that turns into a month of work
- Stakeholders have conflicting priorities
- The original project scope keeps expanding
Strategies That Work
- Document everything - Written scope agreements protect everyone
- Say yes, then prioritize - We can do that, let us figure out where it fits
- Make trade-offs visible - If we add X, we push Y. Which matters more?
- Regular check-ins with your manager - They can push back at a higher level
- Time-box exploration - Let me spend 2 hours looking into feasibility
What are your strategies for managing scope?
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