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Scope creep calculator

Paste a client request. We'll tell you whether it's likely out of scope, what it is costing you in hidden hours, and give you a polite reply you can copy.

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Result
Likely OUT of scope
This looks like new scope because it adds work, changes timing, or asks for deliverables not listed in the original agreement.
Hidden cost
$1,215
9 hrs x $135
Time at risk
9 hrs
plus context switching
Suggested polite response
"Happy to help with this. Since it changes the agreed scope or timing, I'll send a short change order with the cost and timeline impact before I start. Once you approve it, I'll schedule it in."
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