Have you ever found yourself considering working for free to get a few testimonials under your belt?
Or maybe you’ve already done it.
Or maybe you know someone who has.
This is a struggle that so many entrepreneurs go through if they’re launching something new, or if they themselves are new. It’s actually pretty common to see this happen.
But, the real question is – WHY? What’s the REAL reason entrepreneurs offer to work for free?
And what do you do when you really need a testimonial, but have no client case studies?
Today’s episode of Living Forward is the first in a 2 part series all about the concept of working for free in exchange for testimonials. We dive into the emotional aspects, and examine what’s really going on, and why when you offer to work for free, instead of building your confidence, you actually strip it away.
The good news is, that when you’re talking to someone that you know you can help, it’s actually quite simple to transition from a friendly conversation into a sales conversation.
It really just comes down to knowing what to say and when to say it. And to help you with that I’ve got a script that you can use the next time you’re in a casual conversation with someone you know you can help, so that you can elegantly transition from an “I can help you” conversation, into inviting the person into a formal Discovery Session.
Remember to tune in next week, as we dive in to part 2, all about navigating the real and practical challenge of not having a client case study to use as a testimonial.
Leave me a comment below and let me know what you found most helpful from today’s episode. And If you know someone who needs it share it!
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Dawn Stanyon
I agree, Nafissa. Great vid and advice.
Nafissa Shireen
Thanks so much, Dawn! I really appreciate your feedback.
Denyse Whillier
Couldn’t agree more.
Nafissa Shireen
Thank you so much, Denyse! I am delighted to hear that this information really resonated with you.
Geniece Brown
Hi Nafissa,
I’m guilty of having considered working for free in the past to get a testimonial! Passed that stage a very long time ago but I know the feeling for those who feel like they need to do this. Charging for services is just the best way to do it (I believe). It’s all about being confident in your service/product and price point and then moving forward with the next steps in the process.
Tandy Elisala
Hi Nafissa, I’ve definitely done work for free in exchange for testimonials and in exchange for services. In my experience, this almost NEVER works. One person in the mix usually feels icky, if you will. I’ve stopped doing this all together! I’m so glad you are highlighting this issue. We all need to recognize our value and worth.
Beatrice Sampson
Hi Nafissa, your download was very informative and I definitely use your tips. I am a new life coach working on the first client and I always worried about the testimonies. Thanks again!!