Business Coaching - I set a boundary and this is what happened
Hi, I’m Jenna.
I’ve been a wedding and portrait photographer for over 15 years. Now I coach women business owners to help them create work-life balance and find PEACE in their business.
Years ago, I would pretty much accept bookings any day of the week, without any kind of restriction to how I was spending my time. I remember very distinctly getting requested to shoot on Sunday afternoons a lot, and I accepted them all. However on Sunday, I like to have the chance to just really do nothing at all. So I got really fatigued from shooting on Sundays, and it got harder and harder for me to feel motivated to shoot.
Finally, I just decided I wasn't going to do it anymore.
So I set a boundary: I made the rule that I don't shoot on Sundays.
As clients started to contact me if they requested a Sunday, I responded with my simple “I don't shoot on Sundays” phrase. And you know what happened? My clients said “Okay, how about (insert any other day here) instead?” Simple as that.
I think the reason it took me so long is because I was afraid that clients wouldn't want to work with me or would be angry or judge me, but their emotions are not my responsibility. My responsibility is to myself to make sure I'm serving my clients to the best of my ability. If I could barely drag myself off the couch, I definitely was not serving my clients to the best of my ability!
Do you know how many clients that I lost because of that rule?
One.
There was one client EVER that just couldn't accept my boundary and refused to try to work with me to find a different day. And to this day, I am so thankful that I do not have that person as a client, because I can’t imagine what other headaches would have come from working with them because they couldn't respect one simple boundary.
I want to encourage you to work past your fears setting boundaries with clients.
The truth is, when you set a boundary, you're giving yourself freedom... because even though setting a boundary might feel scary, chances are the peace and freedom that comes from setting your boundaries will be so worth any doubt you're currently having, you'll wonder why it took you so long in the first place.
If you struggle with this and need some extra encouragement, you're not alone. I'm here to support you and help you figure out what boundaries might help you find peace and balance within your life and how to communicate those boundaries to clients confidently and unapologetically.
Learn how to set a boundary and say NO.
In this step-by-step, downloadable PDF guide, you’ll learn my exact formula for how to politely but firmly reply to client requests with confidence and ease.
Learn the formula: my 5 step formula gives you the exact words for how to say no.
Feel empowered: When you have the right words to say, you’ll gain confidence and set boundaries with ease.
Set your boundaries: YOU get to decide where you want to give your attention! Set boundaries and find peace in your business.
Bonuses included!
BONUS 1: 40+ PHRASES FOR SAYING NO TO GET YOU INSPIRED
Use this guide of over 40+ phrases for saying no and politely setting a boundary. Perfect for if you find yourself overthinking your wording and need a little confidence boost.
BONUS 2: THE ULTIMATE SIX-STEP CORE VALUES WORKBOOK
This PDF guide will help you refine your understanding of yourself, business, and clients with this printable workbook, unlocking even more insight to what you should be saying NO.
I can’t wait to see you grow on your business journey! -Jenna
