Your final checklist before you sign anything

Right before signing, run one last pass. This is the moment to catch what you missed, while you still have all the power.

Confirm all seven, out loud if it helps:
— Deliverables are exact (format, quantity, platform)
— Total pay and currency are correct
— Payment terms and any deposit are written
— Usage rights: length and places are defined
— Exclusivity: scope and duration are limited
— Revision rounds are capped
— A kill fee or cancellation term exists

If any line makes you say 'I think so,' it's not ready.

Your move: keep this list pinned. Reading seven lines takes two minutes and saves you from the regrets that cost weeks.