Episode 206

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28th Apr 2025

Why Your Best Leads Don’t Convert

You’re doing the marketing. Your portfolio is strong. You’re attracting the right people… but then they disappear. Sound familiar? Let's dive into why potential clients ghost—even when everything seems like it’s working.

Spoiler: it’s not about your pricing or your talent. It’s about what happens after they hit “submit” on your contact form.

I'm breaking down the common gaps in your client experience that are causing leads to fall through the cracks—from delayed replies and overwhelming next steps to missing emotional connections and unclear proposals. If you’re ready to stop getting ghosted and start getting booked, this one’s for you.

Find it Quickly:

00:48 - Understanding Client Ghosting

02:03 - Four Common Client Experience Breakdowns

06:30 - Building Confidence Through Clarity

08:16 - Effective Sales Calls and Proposals

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About the Podcast

Business-First Creatives

Every creative deserves to turn their craft into a business that brings them joy and profit. Here you'll find a no-BS approach to what it takes to put the business first, prioritizing the systems and strategies that will actually move the needle and ensure your creative business is profitable rather than an expensive side-hustle. Your host is Colie James, a Disney-loving family photographer, and filmmaker turned Workflow and Automations Guru who helps creative service providers automate their sh*t, reclaim their time and get back to living!