How do you handle change requests from clients late in the development cycle?

Short answer: First, I don’t say "no" immediately—I say "let’s assess it." I evaluate: The impact on current scope and timeline Whether it’s critical or could be phased in later The technical implications (e.g., refactoring, re-testing) Then I present options: “We can include this now, but we'll need to move Feature X to the next sprint.” “Or we can go live as planned and schedule this as a quick follow-up release.” This gives…

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the client agency and visibility—and usually helps reach a compromise that keeps the project on track. Self-Awareness & Reflection – Interview Questions + Thoughtful Answers

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