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The first week of the month: where a studio's cash flow is won
Why the first working days of the month decide a studio's cash flow, and how to get that week back from invoicing and chasing.
October 27, 2026 · 5 min read
Retainer billing for small studios: a simple monthly routine
A monthly billing routine for studios of 5 to 50 people: one invoice day, a reminder schedule, and a weekly look at at-risk retainers.
October 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Late invoice emails that get paid (and keep the client)
Five short email templates for studio retainers: before the due date, on the day, one week late, two weeks late, and the founder's own note.
September 29, 2026 · 6 min read
How to price a retainer without regretting it in month three
A practical way for studios to price monthly retainers: expected hours, what falls outside, and a clear rule for months that run over.
September 15, 2026 · 7 min read