About a week ago I posted about my developer not getting in touch for a month or so. It's now been longer than that (obviously) and still nothing. I know he's alive because he's active on here, but won't answer a simple email (and I've sent plenty) I seriously have no clue what to do, and the last email he sent stated that he was going to send an update... but he never did. What the heck should I do?
In my opinion, there are 2 routes to take on this -
1. be assertive and give him some sort of ultimatum. don't trash the guy publicly but let him know you will be writing an honest review of his work on X review site and will not be working with him in the future, or recommending him. let him know the only way to prevent this from happening is to respond with a plan of action and to follow up on that plan.
2. cut your losses and find a new developer.
I learned a long time ago if you want to be respected in business you cannot always make friends and you can't worry about making people happy. Sometimes this means sending people ultimatums, especially when you money, time and dreams are on the line. There is a lot of talk about depression and anxiety, which are very real things however these are not your problems. Good luck!