On Your Terms® 20. 5 Ways to Avoid Difficult Clients (Stop Legal Problems Before They Start!)
We’ve all had problem clients – I know I have. Whether we find out after the fact or learn how to recognize warning signs, not everyone we work with is going to offer a smooth experience. I’ve learned a lot from dealing with them in the past and in this episode, I’m passing on those lessons to you.
Problem clients often become legal problems. We’ve already talked about how to break things off when a client you’re dealing with becomes a pain, but let’s see how we can prevent dealing with them in the first place.
In this episode, you'll hear…
- 05:40 - Why it pays to be picky
- 14:57 - How to set boundaries with clients
- 23:38 - Trusting your intuition
- 24:57 - Paying attention to special requests
- 32:00 - How to tell a client you’re not a good fit
- 33:41 - Interviewing your clients
- 36:33 - Warming up and weeding out
RESOURCES:
- Visit samvanderwielen.com/prequalify-oyt to get my Pre-Qualify Before They Buy templates
- Episode 2. Scope of Practice for Coaches (What You're Legally Allowed to Do)
- Episode 5. What to Do When a Client is a Pain
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- Read Sam's Blog for the latest legal tips, podcast episodes & behind the scenes of building her seven-figure business.
- Listen to our customer stories to see how getting legally legit has helped 1,000s of entrepreneurs grow their own businesses.
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