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- 11-24-21
11-24-21
Are you asking clients the right questions?
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Questions to Ask ClientsIf you're looking to build successful relationships with clients, it's all about delivering value. To deliver value, you need to ask the right questions; before, during, and after projects.Let's break down each phase of a project: Before: This phase is all about pre-qualifying. Skip this and you'll find yourself in a precarious position at some point during the project. Consider the following - Tell me about your business Tell me about your problem Let's create boundaries and set expectations During: Your goal at this stage is to develop a deep understanding of your client’s target audience behavior and connect your client’s value with its audience’s identity and issues. Consider the following - Set clear goals, milestones and roles Let's look at your audience and how they behave Let's get in your buyers head After: Your goal after a project is to stay top of mind for future work and get testimonials and referrals. When you're finished with a project, make sure to sit down with your client and measure the value of the project from their perspective.Spend some time on this article from Copywriting Course. It does a great job breaking down a client project and includes a simple cheat sheet.
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