Playbook
Listen more than you pitch
The goal of the first call is not to sell yourself; it is to understand what the person actually needs and whether you are the right fit. Ask, then listen, then reflect back what you heard.
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Set expectations out loud
Tell them how you work, how you communicate, and what the next step is. Ambiguity is where trust erodes; clarity is where it starts.
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