Contact Clients Right Now

I regret to inform you that you must be marketing right now

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Kaitlyn Arford
December 02, 2024

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  • I want to package my best ideas into a product

  • I want to learn how to TEACH the things I know really well

We’re officially at the beginning of December. You have three weeks before clients start leaving the office for holiday vacations. Now is the time to be contacting past clients, potential new clients, and doing everything you can to lay the groundwork for next year.

I know you’re busy with the holiday hustle. But in all honestly, if you have room for clients right now you need to be marketing. I’m going to break down the game plan and keep you accountable.

— Kaitlyn

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