Extraordinary brands / procurement still believe that a pitch can be run without ever having a call or in person meeting. If you can't explain your business needs then why should an agency invest into the pitch.

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That’s crazy. If someone
Won’t invest time then it isn’t worth pursuing.

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Could not agree more!!

Here here! That’s an easy “pass.” When clients show you who they are, believe them.

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