{"id":4912,"date":"2021-09-30T13:37:20","date_gmt":"2021-09-30T13:37:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-planet.com\/?p=4912"},"modified":"2021-09-30T13:37:20","modified_gmt":"2021-09-30T13:37:20","slug":"how-to-impress-a-new-client","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/how-to-impress-a-new-client\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Impress a New Client"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to securing new business, you\u2019re going to have to go out and meet clients. And you need to make sure you make a good impression. This guide will tell you how to impress a new client.<\/p>\n<p><strong>M<\/strong><strong>ake it about your business client<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you meet new clients, it\u2019s easy to over complicate things. You might want to show them the best version of your business possible. But remember, they\u2019re hiring you for a reason \u2013 because they like what you do and think you\u2019ll be good for their business. So don\u2019t make it about you. Make it all about them and what they want to get out of the project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>T<\/strong><strong>reat your client as a real person<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Treat your client as a real person. Don\u2019t talk about them in the third person by saying \u201cthis client of mine\u2026\u201d, or address them with their job title. Instead, use their name and try to build rapport with them by talking more informally. If they offer you a drink when you meet with them, don\u2019t refuse it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>T<\/strong><strong>he faster, the better<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re meeting with a client for the first time, you should try to impress them as much as possible. Whatever <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindtools.com\/CommSkll\/FirstImpressions.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">impression you make<\/a> today will stick with them, so don\u2019t waste any time. Get stuck in straight away. The only way that you can lose the trust of a new client is by dragging your heels and wasting their time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S<\/strong><strong>tay professional at all times<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re meeting a business client for the first time, it\u2019s likely that they want to gauge how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/kat-boogaard\/7-simple-habits-of-people-who-are-trustworthy.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trustworthy<\/a> and professional you are as quickly as possible. So always behave as you would in any other situation \u2013 no different than if you were working with an existing client. That means being on time, dressed how you would normally dress for work, and acting in a professional manner at all times.<\/p>\n<p><strong>M<\/strong><strong>ake sure you look the part<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you want to win over a new client, you need to be confident in yourself. When it comes to impressing them, what better way than with your appearance? Make sure you look the part when meeting new clients. That means wearing something smart and neat that makes you feel good about yourself. You could even hire a luxury car from <a href=\"http:\/\/sandiegoprestige.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SanDiegoPrestige.com<\/a> to turn up in.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S<\/strong><strong>urprise and delight your customers <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you manage to do something that really surprises and delights your customers during the first meeting, it will leave them with a positive impression of you. It could be as simple as offering them tea or coffee (see above) or maybe arranging for someone to help them with transport. Think about what they might like, but make sure it is a surprise. Don\u2019t let them know that you\u2019re going to do it in advance!<\/p>\n<p><strong>M<\/strong><strong>ake sure they know your credentials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you want to impress a business client, the most important thing you can do is show them how much experience and knowledge you have about their industry. And don\u2019t wait until the meeting to start talking about this. Send them some information in the lead-up to your meeting, which shows off all your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/resumes-cover-letters\/credential-resume\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">experience and credentials<\/a>. That way, when you do get around to meeting them face-to-face, they\u2019ll already know that you can do the job well.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to securing new business, you\u2019re going to have to go out and meet clients. And you need to make sure you make a good impression. This guide will tell you how to impress a new client. 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