Why we have to ask questions
We know that you have worked hard to find a new client, for that, you should respond to your client as promised. Clients should not think about their business like a digital marketer. So the questions which you are going to ask will help them get a deeper view into marketing and advertising their business. And also, we would like to promise that you could continue a long-term relationship with your agency and every new client.
Why are client questions important?
They will leave a new way to get business relationship; will provide information to succeed all plans and set expectations between client and agency.
You may have a discussion by onboarding call, but this has to be done flexibly or allowing the client to speak more, i.e., the client should talk more than you, or you may send a form to your client, by this they would have time to respond.
The questions you should ask
It would help if you guessed that what your client wants from you is likely to end in a disaster. To understand the client’s goals and motivation, it’s not enough to imagine you in their place; for that, you should ask good questions and listen to them actively.
You need to ensure that you are asking relevant questions are not. For that, You have to do research as much as you can about your client and their business. Look at the online channels, websites to understand whom you are dealing with.
Once you have established a relationship with your new client, knowing what additional information you need to proceed efficiently for their business.
Before asking a question or sending a form, you should remember this;
- Don’t repeatedly ask, be personable
- Don’t waste their time with unwanted questions.
- Keep it short by asking for paragraphs in phone calls.
- Let the client know your questions will help to get better knowledge about their business.
- Be Respectful, patient, and professional to clients.
- You should not ask your client in order because if you ask questions naturally, they will answer some of the questions without you even asking.
The following questions are the most essential to ask your clients. The answers may vary from client to client, so make sure to customize your questions accordingly.
We divide the questions under five categories;
General questions
Product and Service-related questions
Strategy questions
Competitor related questions
Customer-related questions
General questions
Each client and each project will be different. So we have to give specific attention to each client’s requirements, needs, goals, concerns, and fears. By getting answers for these questions show you whom you’re dealing with, what your client stand for and how they like to do business. Those general questions include; high-level overview of their industry, company values, monthly budget common objections, and more.
- What is your business about?
- When will your business be started?
- What does the future hold for your business?
- Which part will make your business unique?
- Do you have some common problems during a customer’s purchase journey, and how do you overcome them?
- Who are your ideal customers?
- What are their company values, and how should those values be expressed to your customers?
- What is the budget of your business?
Product and Service-related questions
You will have to obtain basic need-to-know information required for the business. While some of the following questions apply to every client, you should select the best services for the company.
- What are the benefits of your products?
- Which product is your most important thing to advertise?
- What are your goals for this business by selling the products?
- Do they ever have any special offers or discounts to make customers buy?
- What is your definition of project success and target audience?
- What aspects of digital marketing do you want to focus on in your business?
Strategy questions
These strategy questions include target market awareness, customer demographics, emotional triggers, and more.
- Do customers experience any specific emotions in the buying process?
- Is there any trademark, copyright, or other issues that should be taken into account?
- Are you aware of any keywords related to your products that convert customers?
Competitor related questions
During the onboarding process, you should find out everything about competitors and your business’s location, and what tools & infrastructures the company is already using. Finally, what budget your client is willing to invest. This enables you to create more relevant digital products and services for your client.
- Who do you think their most significant competitors?
- What will distinguish you from your competitors?
- Why should customers choose to buy from your competition?
Customer-related questions
- Who is the target audience of your business?
- Who is the decision-maker? Will they make an appropriate decision?
- How might your customers be searching for your products?
After answering all the questions
Once you have answered all the questions, the answers may be verified by responsible creatives and specialists. Make sure that your client is delighted with the essential input.
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