This article is brutal, but I think all consultants have dealt with some of these scenarios.

I like the tips even better.

Here are some ways you too can avoid bad clients:

• Thoroughly research your prospective clients before working with them
• Discuss and outline all project details before accepting a client
• Be honest with yourself, and don't take on new clients out of desperation
• Follow your instincts, and don't take on clients that give you a bad feeling
• Watch out for catch-phrases, under or over communication, and other potential clues of a bad client