I am absolutely certain of what makes a perfect client for BlabberMouth PR. They are companies run by interesting, knowledgeable and passionate individuals. These individuals, like us, share their knowledge, network and compassion (can you say lovecat?). They understand our value to their organization, they’re appreciative of our work, their thanks are offered willingly and frequently, and their checks arrive on time.
It stands to reason that I can similarly identify those who do not make good BlabberMouth PR clients. They provide scant or no information, their expectations are inflated (despite repeated attempts to help them grasp reality), their payments are always late, and their passion….well, let’s just suffice to say - if there is any passion at all, it’s completely lost to us.
So – what’s one to do when the realization hits you that your client is not a good fit for your company?
READY, AIM – AIM – AIM, FIRE It’s entirely possible that the PR practitioner / client relationship is off track and may need a bit of restructuring. It is also possible that the client doesn’t realize he or she is exhibiting behavior that’s not appropriate. A serious meeting outlining relationship parameters may be the best solution and could quickly eliminate the problem.
Or not.
If an in-depth conversation outlining boundaries does not rectify the problem, the issues could be much deeper. It could be a misalignment of values. If the working relationship is such that you cannot deliver on your brand promise to your organization’s standards, it may be best for both parties to terminate the account.
Regardless of the reasons for termination, it is possible to make the separation a win / win situation. Tell the truth and offer to find a suitable replacement. Even with this, there are those who will not take this well. In which case, you cut all ties and walk away. Maintain your professionalism, exercise your good judgment and begin taking steps to attract your perfect client.
Remember - money isn’t everything. Closing the door on an unsuitable client opens the door to one that is.
When to Fire Your Client - To learn more about this author, visit Patti D. Hill's Website.
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Patti D. Hill
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Most well-known as the CEO and founder of
BlabberMouth PR, Patti D. Hill has
launched another brand, CameronWeeks
Public Relations. Where BlabberMouth PR is
the agency of choice for such industries
as entertainment, hospitality, interior
design and restaurants, CameronWeeks
provides 100% senior-level representation
to complex technologies and industries.
Patti and her team of PR practitioners
provide strategic council to executives
locally and across the globe, helping them
deal with elite media and other
sophisticated audiences.
For more information, visit www.blabber
mouthPR.com and www.cameronwe
eks.com – or contact Patti directly at
512.218.0401 or phill
@cameronweeks.com.
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