
Setting Client Boundaries
11/14/23 • 21 min
Let's be real... saying "no" to clients or enforcing late fees can be super uncomfortable.
Usually I see business owners create boundaries, policies or rules only to not follow through because they want to keep the client happy.
But this turns into you as the business owner not being so happy...
So what do you do? How can you set clear boundaries and make sure you follow through? That's what we're diving into on this episode of the Grow Your Local Business podcast.
Tune into this episode to learn:
- What a client boundary is (along with real life examples from my clients)
- How boundaries help your business run smoothly AND get your clients results faster
- How to follow through with and enforce your boundaries
Mentioned in this episode:
- Work with me inside The Localpreneur Academy
Follow me on Instagram @lesliepresnall - Download my Free Guide: How To Grow Your Local Instagram Following
If you’re ready to grow your local business and bring in a steady stream of clients, you need to check out The Localpreneur Academy. Click here to join me inside.
Rate, Review & Follow:
“I LOVE listening to the episodes, especially since they’re focused on local businesses and it’s not just generic marketing advice.” If you love the show too, please leave a rating and review. This helps me reach more people just like you who want to reach more local people and create a business they love.
Let's be real... saying "no" to clients or enforcing late fees can be super uncomfortable.
Usually I see business owners create boundaries, policies or rules only to not follow through because they want to keep the client happy.
But this turns into you as the business owner not being so happy...
So what do you do? How can you set clear boundaries and make sure you follow through? That's what we're diving into on this episode of the Grow Your Local Business podcast.
Tune into this episode to learn:
- What a client boundary is (along with real life examples from my clients)
- How boundaries help your business run smoothly AND get your clients results faster
- How to follow through with and enforce your boundaries
Mentioned in this episode:
- Work with me inside The Localpreneur Academy
Follow me on Instagram @lesliepresnall - Download my Free Guide: How To Grow Your Local Instagram Following
If you’re ready to grow your local business and bring in a steady stream of clients, you need to check out The Localpreneur Academy. Click here to join me inside.
Rate, Review & Follow:
“I LOVE listening to the episodes, especially since they’re focused on local businesses and it’s not just generic marketing advice.” If you love the show too, please leave a rating and review. This helps me reach more people just like you who want to reach more local people and create a business they love.
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If you’re ready to grow your local business and bring in a steady stream of clients, you need to check out The Localpreneur Academy. Click here to join me inside.
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