Payment Timing

Getting Paid Faster: 7 Invoice Timing Strategies That Actually Work

“I’ll pay you in 30 days.”

Those six words can make or break a freelancer’s cash flow. But here’s what most freelancers don’t realize: invoice timing isn’t just about when you send the bill—it’s a strategic business practice that can cut your average payment time in half.

Research shows that 63% of payment delays aren’t about the client’s ability to pay—they’re about timing, psychology, and the little details that make invoices either urgent or forgettable.