The Dream Client
I was thinking this week about the different types of clients you encounter as a freelancer and it struck me that they really are very different in almost every way.
They differ in their approach, their reactions and all else in between.
Let’s talk about the Dream Client today…
I am actually very lucky to have one of these. I call them the Dream Client because they are loyal and faithful to you even in you moments of weakness.
Let’s face it, as much as you try to deliver on time, or come in under budget, it’s not always going to happen. There are periods when you will be their shining star and their saviour and then times when you will be the bane of their existence…. ok, that’s a little harsh, but you get the point.
The main thing is that they stick with you. They praise your work and delivery when you excel and offer practical, meaningful solutions to help ensure timely delivery and satisfactory work when you don’t.
I have a client that has an office out of town. On more than one occasion he apologised to me for the location of his office and me having to drive up to meet with him. Of course, I don’t have a problem doing so, but I was shocked when he did.
A client apologising for me having to travel to meet him??!!
Most clients think that you should kiss their feet and stick your noses as far up their ass as possible when they grant you the ultimate privilege and honour to have them as your client. You should always meet them bearing gifts and accept whatever they say as word from God himself… Not this client.
A client that is respectful of you, your time and is willing to work with you to provide better service to them – my idea of a Dream Client.
