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Why does nobody talk about the "free consultation" trap?
I had a client in Phoenix who wanted free consults for 3 months before signing anything. Every time they said they needed more info, they got $500 worth of advice for free. Now I cap my first meeting at 30 minutes unless they put down a $150 deposit, that filter saved my sanity. Anyone else deal with the freebie hunters who never convert?
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adam41418d ago
Man, that $150 deposit idea is smart - how many people actually follow through and pay it versus just ghosting you when you mention money up front?
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the_mary18d ago
@adam414 I'd say about 60% actually pay up, the other 40% disappear the second you mention money. The ones who ghost would have wasted your time anyway, so it's a good filter. Better to lose them early than after three back-and-forth messages.
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