1. Know Your Priorities
Before we speak, take a moment to think through what matters most right now.
Consider: What are the three biggest business priorities today? What is currently preventing growth? What would you change immediately if you could? What outcome would make the next 12 months successful?
2. Know Your Customer
Be ready to describe who you serve and why they choose you.
Prepare a short summary of your ideal customer, your most profitable customer type, your primary service area, the major objections you hear, and why customers ultimately choose your business.
3. Know Your Numbers
If available, gather general performance information.
This might include average monthly lead volume, approximate website traffic, approximate ad spend, average customer value, your highest-value service, top lead sources, and approximate conversion rate.
No financial statements required
4. Know Your Current Systems
Make a list of the platforms your business relies on.
Website platform, CRM, phone system, calendar, email platform, SMS platform, scheduling platform, payment processor, analytics, advertising platforms, and any other major systems.
No credentials needed
5. Bring References
Useful references help us understand your taste and direction.
Competitor websites, brands you admire, marketing examples, websites you like, design references, previous reports, an existing brand guide, or analytics reports.
6. Identify Decision Makers
Know who will be involved in the decision.
Who makes final decisions? Who needs to approve design? Who needs to approve investment? Who will be the day-to-day contact? Clarifying this early keeps the process moving.
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