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What are the most common client expectation mistakes and how can you avoid them?

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As an HR consultant, you know how important it is to manage your client's expectations and feedback. But sometimes, you may encounter some common pitfalls that can damage your relationship and reputation. In this article, we'll explore what these mistakes are and how you can avoid them.

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Rakesh R.

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1 Unrealistic deadlines

One of the most common client expectation mistakes is agreeing to unrealistic deadlines. This can happen when you want to impress your client, when you don't have a clear scope of work, or when you face unexpected challenges. The result is often stress, poor quality, and missed deadlines. To avoid this mistake, you need to communicate clearly and honestly with your client about the timeline and the deliverables. You also need to set realistic milestones, track your progress, and update your client regularly. If you encounter any delays or issues, inform your client as soon as possible and propose solutions.

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Rakesh R.

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Client expectation mistakes are common. Though many of us (including clients) are aware of the reasons, still a gap exists. attention to the following points can help 1. Assume understanding - this is the most common mistake that the client understands the scope, process, & expected outcomes of the HR consulting engagement. This can be avoided by clearly outlining the scope, deliverables, timeline, & outcome at the beginning of the project. Regular communication with the client ensures alignment & avoid misunderstandings. Never over-commit & under-deliver. Be clear on the consulting capabilities, & limitations. Be clear & vocal about organizational cultural differences. 5. Once agreed on the scope do not deviate & stick to the objective.

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Lorsque j’étais avocat, un client exigeait du Cabinet une livraison urgente pour une consultation délicate. Malheureusement, un imprévu d'agenda a retardé notre travail. Plut?t que de tenir un délai irréaliste, j’ai choisi la transparence. J’ai informé le client des problèmes rencontrés et des solutions en cours. J’ai également proposé une alternative : une version partielle de la consultation pour respecter la date limite, suivie d’une mise à jour complète dès que possible. Le client a apprécié notre honnêteté et notre professionnalisme, et nous avons maintenu une relation solide malgré le retard initial.

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Eliane Miranda

Consultora RH Estratégico | Mentora e Coaching de Lideran?as | Desenvolvimento Organizacional e Gest?o de Pessoas | Escritora | Inspirando Transforma??es e Conectando Potenciais | Instagram: @eliane_g_miranda
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Alguns dos erros de expectativa do cliente mais comuns incluem falta de comunica??o clara, expectativas irrealistas, falta de alinhamento entre as partes interessadas e falta de transparência sobre prazos e custos. Para evitá-los, fa?o sempre uma reuni?o diagnóstica para estabelecer uma comunica??o aberta e transparente desde o início do projeto, definir claramente os objetivos e expectativas, alinhar as expectativas com a realidade por meio de discuss?es francas e realistas, definir prazos e custos de forma clara e transparente, e manter uma comunica??o regular ao longo do projeto para garantir que o cliente esteja sempre informado sobre o progresso e quaisquer mudan?as que possam surgir.

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2 Vague objectives

Another common client expectation mistake is working with vague objectives. This can happen when you don't have a clear understanding of what your client wants to achieve, what their pain points are, or what their success criteria are. The result is often confusion, misalignment, and dissatisfaction. To avoid this mistake, you need to conduct a thorough needs analysis with your client before starting the project. You also need to define SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound) goals, agree on the scope and the deliverables, and document everything in a contract or a proposal.

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Vague objectives are the first step to a disastrous client/stakeholder relationship! Clients may have unrealistic expectations about the scope, timeline, or outcomes of the project. This can lead to dissatisfaction if their expectations are not met. Ensure that both parties have a shared understanding of what success looks like.

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3 Lack of feedback

A third common client expectation mistake is neglecting feedback. This can happen when you don't solicit feedback from your client, when you don't provide feedback to your client, or when you don't handle feedback constructively. The result is often missed opportunities, wasted resources, and unresolved conflicts. To avoid this mistake, you need to establish a feedback loop with your client throughout the project. You also need to ask for feedback regularly, provide feedback respectfully, and act on feedback promptly.

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4 Scope creep

A fourth common client expectation mistake is allowing scope creep. This can happen when you accept additional requests from your client without adjusting the timeline, the budget, or the contract. The result is often frustration, overwork, and underpayment. To avoid this mistake, you need to manage your client's expectations and boundaries. You also need to review the scope and the deliverables with your client frequently, reject or renegotiate any changes that are out of scope, and document any amendments in writing.

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5 Poor communication

A fifth common client expectation mistake is having poor communication. This can happen when you don't communicate with your client enough, when you communicate with your client too much, or when you communicate with your client ineffectively. The result is often misunderstanding, mistrust, and dissatisfaction. To avoid this mistake, you need to communicate with your client appropriately and professionally. You also need to choose the right communication channels, frequency, and tone, use clear and concise language, and confirm understanding and agreement.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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