If you work for a large strategy firm and a client approves a much larger budget than you think was needed for the project is it okay to just accept the overage ? We will find a way to use it, but weirdly feel guilty. Is it ever good to go back to the client and say that you want less than they approved? Lol…..

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I feel like when we have extra “time” towards the end of a project (under budget) we find other ways to add value to the client - great for their future budgeting process and our relationship

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You build long term client trust and sell more by doing what’s good for the client. Tell them what’s needed, and what more can you do with the remaining. Most times they will find a way to use it, and will feel good about it and come back for more

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Or you come in under budget at the end and make yourselves look good

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