Task statuses that work for freelancers
2 min read · Updated September 29, 2026
Keep it to four
More statuses mean more decisions. Four covers nearly every situation.
The value of waiting
Marking a task as waiting on the client tells you it is not your delay and reminds you to follow up.
Update at the end of the day
A quick daily pass keeps statuses accurate. See daily planning.
Use statuses in updates
Your client status update can be built directly from these statuses.
Frequently asked questions
- What task statuses should I use?
- To do, in progress, waiting, and done.
- Should blocked be a separate status?
- For solo work, waiting usually covers it.
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