Scope creep doesn’t just steal weekends—it erodes trust, profit, and team morale. Most clients aren’t trying to overreach; they simply don’t realise the impact of their requests. The fix isn’t rigidity, it’s clarity: make scope visible, spot changes early, and respond with structure. With a simple one-page scope, weekly check-ins, and confident written responses, you can catch changes before they spiral and protect both your team and your client relationships.