I’m five years into this game and I still get panicky before client calls... All calls, really. How do I get over this?

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Write a simple outline for ALL client calls. Questions, market updates, etc. You, then drive the conversation.

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It just means you're unprepared. Get prepared

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Why do you get panicky do you think? Are you afraid they will ask something you can’t answer? I found early in my career rehearsing the convo helped. Practice with a friend or a spouse of need be. Also, if a client asks a question you don’t know the answer to, it’s ok just say that’s a a great question, let me make sure before I answer, I don’t want to give you bad information. I’ll call you back later this afternoon etc.

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You’re not alone I feel the same way. It comes from my insecurities of chronically feeling like I am letting my clients down. It’s getting a little better ever since I started being more intentional about respecting myself more

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Focus on the why. Why are you panicking, why are you nervous, what is it that drives this feeling. Be honest with yourself. Look at the answers and build strength in those areas

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