“When you're dealing with a challenging person, it's not necessarily that they have something against you, there might be something going on in their business, in their life, or maybe they just don't understand, especially when it comes to community.”

Ever found yourself saying "Sure, I can do that!" only to realize later it was a major time-suck and distraction from your true zone of genius? On this episode of Startups and Stilettos, hosts Carlyn Bushman and Ingrid Zapata-Read dive into the tough but necessary lessons of setting boundaries, vetting clients, and knowing when to say no.

From overpromising early in business to recognizing red flags before they become full-blown problems, Carlyn and Ingrid share their personal stories of difficult client relationships, including the moment they had to "break up" with a client to protect their team and sanity.

Tune in for real talk on turning challenging client situations into growth opportunities because your time, energy, and expertise deserve to be valued.

What We Talked About:

Avoid Overextending and Overpromising [3:30]

Carlyn Shares a Client Story [9:20]

Letting a Client Go [17:30]

How to Say No to a Potential Client [24:25]

Communication is Key [29:10]

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carlynbushmanconsulting.com

@carlynbushmanconsulting on Instagram

Carlyn Bushman on LinkedIn

workingmomkind.com

@itsingridsworld on Instagram

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