money etiquette of outstanding balances

**M* D* <m*@gmail.com>**

Duane's situation seems to differ from those of us who rely on the income.

I am firm but not stern about expecting to be paid.
In my consulting business, I automatically sent a second invoice with a
service charge added on.
Companies always promptly sent the amount on the original invoice.

Phyllis is spot on. Don't let it ride.
Martha http://muskogeephoenixonline.com/blogs/MollyDay/

On Thu, Mar 5, 2009 at 4:35 PM, Phyllis Gricus <PGricus@verizon.net> wrote:

>
>
>
> Hi, Wendy,
> No, it would not be insulting if you ask firmly and in a non
> judgmental way. And, yes be upfront with your reasons. If you don't
> ask, you won't get paid.  I'd bet on the fact that some other vendor
> is asking and getting paid while you are patiently waiting.
>
> Try these words:  Before committing to the next story I need the
> balance owed to me from the last edition.  I appreciate that times
> are tough, but I'm uncomfortable with being owed money and having
> (insert company name here) indebted to me any further.  Can you make
> arrangements to pay the balance?
>
> If not, thank them, let them know you look forward to working with
> them again in the future and will keep in touch.
>
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