December 14, 2023

56: #56 How to Handle People Who Want Free Business Advice

27 minutes

Let’s talk about brain pickers — those well-meaning (but often frustrating) people who slide into your DMs with, “Can I just ask a quick question?” This week, I’m sharing exactly how to respond without giving everything away for free — while still being generous, strategic, and in control.

In this episode, I walk you through a kind but firm approach to handling free support requests. You’ll learn:

Why people ask to pick your brain in the first place (and what it says about you)

How to protect your time and energy without sounding like a grump

Easy ways to turn those messages into content or paying clients

How to offer low-cost, high-value sessions (like my Quick Clarity Boost) to bridge the gap

And why it’s okay — and essential — to stay in control of your generosity

You’ll also hear why people who won’t invest (even a small amount) often aren’t your people… and how to redirect those conversations so they still feel good.

✨ Your time is valuable. Your knowledge is valuable. And you’re allowed to say: “Yes, and here’s how.”

Helpful Links:

🌀 Download the free guide: Feeling Stuck

📖 Read my book

💬 Work with me

Have a brain-picker story of your own? Or a clever response that’s worked wonders? Message me on Instagram @libbylangley or connect with me on LinkedIn — I’d love to hear how you handle it.

Here’s to stronger boundaries, more value, and showing up with confidence.

Libby x

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By Libby Langley - Business Coach