Building deep working relationships

If you can't show up as yourself then you probably won't get the work you're looking for.

If you aren't willing to put in sustained effort then you probably won't get the work you're looking for.

People often ask how I've found my long-term clients. And they want to know how they fit so perfectly in my niche.

Two things:

• Authenticity.

I have been putting myself out into the world for YEARS as, well, myself. Watch my early YouTube videos and you will find a person who cares deeply about helping others and making the world a better place through project management best practices. This messaging has remained the same for as long as I've been producing content.

I share my story, my journey, my lessons and my failures. That doesn't mean I share all my personal details, but it does mean that I have no fear about who I really am.

I make it clear that I care very little about things like titles, possessions, or ego. I also make it clear that I'm not perfect and I'm still learning, but I'll work hard at whatever it is I commit to.

As such, I attract clients who are equally as passionate and aligned with a purpose-first mission.

• Trust.

Again, I have been working for YEARS on my client relationships. Trust takes effort and it takes time.

Showing up consistently and overdelivering project after project - this is how to create a strong foundation.

If you're looking for meaningful work that makes an impact, then you have to be willing to put in the time.

It's not easy. It's work. It's hard. It's intentional effort. And it's not for everyone.

But in my opinion it's worth it to build deep working relationships with a mutual respect.

❓ How do you build strong relationships with your clients?