Why I Fired My First Client (and Would Do It Again)

When I started my business, like so many new service providers, I said yes to the first client who showed up with money in hand. What followed was a crash course in micromanagement, ignoring red flags, and learning that not all money is good money.

In this episode of Begin As You Mean to Go On, I share the story of why I fired my very first client—and what that decision taught me about honoring my expertise, setting boundaries, and protecting my peace.

If you're a mission-driven business owner who's ever wondered how to fire a client that doesn’t feel aligned, this one’s for you.

• Why trusting your gut about clients can save you time, stress, and money
  
• How to identify deal breakers before they derail your projects
  
• What happened when I ignored my own advice and moved a client to GoDaddy
  
• The difference between collaboration and micromanagement
  
• Why walking away from the wrong client is actually a business growth strategy
  
• How to stay aligned with your values—even when money’s on the table
  

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