Scope creep rarely looks dramatic. It shows up as small requests that compound. The easiest way to defend your time is to make scope visible.
Start each task with a time estimate. When a new request appears, estimate it too. Now you can show the client: what we planned, what changed, and what it costs in time.
Then track actual time so you can validate future estimates and pricing. Over time, you’ll know which types of work carry hidden costs (review cycles, unclear requirements, stakeholder churn).
Taskello ties this together: estimates, actual time, and proof of work in a client-ready format. That makes scope conversations calmer and more professional.