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How Big Clients Can Break Your Business #1805
July 24, 2021

In episode #1805, Neil and Eric talk about how a big client can break your business. Of course, you want to grow the size of the clients you work with. But this mustn’t be a strain on your resources and your people. Tune in today to hear how to scale incrementally and successfully. 

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: How Big Clients Can Break Your Business
  • [00:29] An example of how a big client could break your business.
  • [00:47] If you are not set up to deal with a big client, it takes away from your other clients.
  • [01:33] You have to think long-term when taking on a big client.
  • [02:09] Why it is also important to consider client concentration.
  • [02:30] The importance of defining your client profile.
  • [03:03] Stop it at the start; what Neil means by this.
  • [03:26] Slowing work your way up to bigger clients rather than going all at once.
  • [03:58] Cut toxic clients off as soon as possible.
  • [04:24] Take on a small project from a big client if you can.
  • [04:40] That’s it for today!
  • [04:40] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!

 

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