Avoid working for people who have to first get paid by somebody else, in order to pay you (Middle Men)

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To maximize your profit margins and ensure timely payments, it is highly advisable to avoid working for 'middle-men' such as builders, developers, or general contractors. These intermediaries often negotiate your rates downwards and might delay your payment until they receive their own payment from the end client. Establishing direct client relationships is generally preferable for better compensation and payment reliability.

Goal: Maximize profit margins and payment reliability by avoiding middle-men