There are some topics that you know are always good for a heated debate: religion, politics, abortion, and the value of the MCDBA (Microsoft Certified DataBase Administrator) certification...
One of the hardest lessons for people to learn is that failure is NOT the opposite of success. Failure is a part of success.
There are essentially two types of billing for contract work: Fixed Bid or Time & Materials. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. And you'd better know up-front which one your client has in mind before you start talking about money...
Oh the JOY of the Holiday Season! Maybe...