You have to be professional and to the point with your commissioners. You are making a business transaction and it should be treated as such!
Me and my clients:
Finally took me a long while (like 2 years lol) to think of a good name for team up attacks for my Persona 3 fic ..
Which is better than never especially with my upcoming chapters taking place in sept
Being easy to work with >>> talent
Talent might book you the gig, but being easy to work with is what makes clients want to bring you back.
When you get into a session, give a kick-ass performance, be kind, be malleable, and express gratitude. Don't be a jerk/diva.
Becoming friends with an artist so you can get free art: ❌
Becoming friends with an artist so you can force money into their pockets cause you want them to enjoy themselves and be happy even though they’re fighting you about it: ✅