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#117: 3 Red Flags In Potential Clients - Look Out For These

02 March 2026 10:26 Amanda Moffett

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Let's be honest, not every client is a dream client, and some of the biggest headaches in business start with red flags we definitely noticed… and chose to ignore anyway. 😅 In this episode, I'm breaking down three client red flags that seem small at first but almost always turn into stress, scope creep, and regret later. I'm sharing what they actually look like in real life, why they're so easy to brush off when you need the sale, and how to protect your time, energy, and sanity without feeling awkward or unkind. If you've ever thought "it'll probably be fine"… this one's for you.

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