Thinking about being upfront with my new client: "Hey, my work style can be a bit unconventional, but I always deliver results." Too risky, or could it build trust?

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I know where this is coming from, as I recently discovered my ADHD and felt a similar urge to be open and up front about it. It was a huge mistake, both within the firm and with clients. It will prime people to be on the lookout for anything out of the ordinary, whether it actually is a problem or not.

The biggest thing I've learned so far is that ADHD is something that influences my behavior but doesn't define it - I do. And if I do things that are unconventional but will show results, I communicate it and why it is better for the client, not for me.

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I agree with this direction. Being open about it once you have establish strong credibility has been helpful for me but never before that. The main advantage of disclosing when you have credibility is it helps people see your strengths differently and also creates an environment where others will be more open about what’s happening for them.

This has been really powerful for me but only downside if I share without the credibility foundation already established

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I wouldn’t use “unconventional” as that just leads to the next question - in what way?

Instead maybe get to the unconventional part. Like “I prefer to work late at night when things are quiet”, or “I prefer my clients to communicate via email or text for efficiency ”. Or whatever it is that you do - clients understand

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That’s assuming you’re independent consultant. As prior poster said, be sure it’s ok with your team as well

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I would say it differently. Are you the project manager? I would run this up the chain (get approval) before you speak to the client about your work style.

At the associate level? I would think you’re weird and overconfident.

I didn’t read it as asking for advice to much as asking for how it could be perceived (“too risky, or could it build trust?”) and I’m saying it’s too risky.

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