How to Give Clients Feedback They’ll Actually Appreciate
whatshot 30 snips
Feb 20, 2025
Discover the delicate art of giving constructive feedback without alienating clients. Learn how to balance criticism with recognition to foster positive relationships. Effective communication techniques are highlighted, drawing a clever parallel to barbers for clarity. Simplifying complex ideas into tangible examples is emphasized to enhance understanding. Thoughtful feedback not only strengthens collaborations but sets you apart as a committed partner, rather than just another service provider.
12:46
forum Ask episode
web_stories AI Snips
view_agenda Chapters
auto_awesome Transcript
info_circle Episode notes
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Framing Feedback
Frame feedback positively, focusing on opportunities rather than mistakes.
Position yourself as a helpful partner offering valuable insights.
question_answer ANECDOTE
Barber Analogy
Imagine meeting a barber who bluntly criticizes your hair.
Contrast this with a barber who suggests a flattering haircut.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Tangible Feedback
Don't just suggest improvements; make them tangible.
Show clients what the improved version looks like by doing some of the work upfront.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
How to Give Clients Useful Feedback Without Pushing Them Away
This episode features a clip from our Premium Ghostwriting Academy Hot Seat live session, where we discuss how to give clients clear, constructive feedback. Many people avoid telling clients what’s not working because they don’t want to risk upsetting them. But good feedback, shared the right way, builds trust and leads to better results. We’ll cover how to present your ideas, why making your suggestions tangible matters, and how to position yourself as a helpful partner rather than just another service provider.
🤖 Need some help learning how to leverage AI as a writer? Check out our favorite ChatGPT prompts for writers: https://startwritingwithai.com
💻 Want an endless supply of proven, viral-worthy digital writing templates? Check out our software platform, Typeshare: https://typeshare.co
🧙♂️Are you a fiction writer? Here's a crash course on how to turn timeless storytelling frameworks into game-changing ChatGPT prompts: https://startfictionwritingwithai.com/
📚 For more information on my books, businesses, and other writings, visit my website: https://www.nicolascole.com
Coffee With Cole: The Digital Writing Podcast