Have you ever said yes to a client when really you wanted to say no?
In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about how to say no to a potential client and do it gracefully.
Maybe you’re wondering why you’d ever say no to a potential client, and the truth is there are all kinds of reasons. They might not have a big enough budget, you might not have enough time, or maybe their project just doesn’t interest you! All of those are perfectly good reasons to say no, but how do you do it professionally and gracefully?
Tune in to find out.
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
- One skill that all successful designers work on
- Things you should be saying no to
- How to turn scope creep into an upsell
- Red flags to look for in a job before you say yes
- Tactful ways to discourage a client without actually saying no
- Tips to help you always get paid what you’re worth
- How to feel comfortable enough in your business to say no to work
If you’re a people-pleaser and you have a hard time saying no even when you want to, this is for you. Many designers find themselves in this position because we love to make people happy, but your happiness is important too, and if you’re taking on jobs that compromise your happiness, then something needs to change.
If you’d like some help figuring out how to say no to clients who are wrong for you so that you can fill your business with clients who love you, pay you well, and you enjoy designing for, click HERE to book a Strategy Session! We’ll also talk about where you are in your business and what your next step needs to be to make your design business more profitable and enjoyable. Book a call and take one step closer to your dream design business.
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Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
Episode 106: Published in House Beautiful with Erin Shakoor of Shakoor Interiors
Episode 107: Discovery Call Expectations
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