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Give and Take e-zine
July 2006

Dear Reader,

Each issue of Give & Take e-zine features tips, articles and resources to guide business owners and Lightworkers to success, now!

In This Issue:

  • Sure Signs You Should Let a Client Go!
  • Retreats and Live Events
  • Coupon - Treat Yourself Well

  • Should You Let a Client Go?

    Something is awry between you and a client when you consider transitioning your relationship. Ask yourself, in identifying the cause of your disharmony, is it:


  • Missed payments or chronically late payments
  • Broken appointments
  • Expectations that you cannot or will not meet
  • Discordant personalities
  • Lack of an expertise which the client seeks
  • Extra work required of you (travel, special consideration)
  • A combination of the above
  • Does a solution exist which will honor both you and your client? For example, might a chronically late payer sign-up for automatic payments? Have you asked a distant client to pay for your travel expenses to meet their special request?

    While income is an important and obvious criteria as you consider terminating a relationship, look beyond simple dollar signs to make a decision that honors you and your client.

  • Have you openly discussed your concerns with your client?
  • Does your client have unrealistic expectations?
  • Are you the best provider to serve this client?


  • I once had an excellent massage therapist who upon hearing of an acute pain promptly referred me to an acupuncturist. The result? My pain was greatly reduced and I knew that my massage therapist had my best interest at heart. Be quick to refer current and potential clients to a provider who can deliver their desired result.

    Finally there are some individuals best served by other practitioners. In making this choice, do you place a high value on your own peace of mind? If you dread seeing a name on your appointment sheet for any reason, know that your own contentment does have great value!

    If previous discussions have not resolved a contentious or uncomfortable situation, ask yourself, How much is my peace of mind worth? Then LISTEN to the answer, and ACT with honor toward yourself and toward your client! The best solution for both may be a clarification of expectations, if not a parting of ways.

    Join me each month for an insightful and fun discussion related to building your business. In August I will share "Three Easy Ways to Attract New Clients!"

    I invite you to forward my e-zine to friends and colleagues you feel may benefit.

    Till next time,
    Blessings & Light
    Anne Kelly
    Lightworkers' Coach


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    Events!


    Celebration of Life! Expo
    Holistic Expo and Conference
    Sat & Sun, August 12 & 13, 2006
    10 am - 5 pm both days
    York Expo Center, Old Main
    334 Carlisle Ave., York, PA


    Anne Kelly - Keynote Speaker
    Wise Women Leadership Summits
    Saturday, September 16, 2006
    10 AM-4 PM Location: TBA




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    Anne Kelly,
    Life Coach & Retreat Leader
    A New Leaf Coaching

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