Ask How do you handle clients who want a lot of communication but are not paying for your time?

[Edward22]

Some clients like to send many messages, ask for constant updates, or schedule long calls, even when it is not part of the agreed work. While communication is important, it can take a lot of time and reduce your focus on actual tasks. It can also feel unfair if you are not being paid for that extra time. How do you set limits in a polite way, and how do you explain to clients that your time also has value?