Hello! Its been a while since I posted but we are finally settled into our new spot and I came across an interesting article that I thought I would share. The article is about places you should never meet your clients.
In the article, the author lists these five places your should never meet with clients:
- Starbucks or any other Wi-Fi enabled coffee shop
- Barnes and Noble, Borders or any other high-end bookstore
- Public Libraries
- Hotel Lobbies
- McDonald’s or and other fast food restaurant
The author argues that none of these places give the right impression. He states:
“You are trying to sell yourself as high-end, something special, a cut above the competition. When your client thinks of you, you do not want him to say, “That Joe, we always meet at Arby’s.” You want him to say, “That Joe does some outstanding work for our firm — what a pro!” These little things stay with people, so make sure that everything you do represent you well.”
I agree with the author. None of these places say “professional”. But for those of us without the luxury of a conference room or those who want a more casual setting, it doesn’t leave many options.
So what do you think? Where do you meet with your clients and why?
Reference: Five Places You Should Never Meet With Your Clients by Jeff Landers posted on http://www.inc.com