Ask Can unrealistic client expectations ruin an otherwise good working relationship?

[Edward22]

Sometimes a project starts well, with good communication and a fair budget, but slowly falls apart because the client keeps expecting more than what was agreed. This can frustrate even a patient freelancer and eventually affect the quality of the work delivered. I have started to think that managing expectations early prevents most of these problems before they even begin. Have you experienced a good relationship turning sour simply because expectations were not realistic from the start?