Client Budget Qualifier
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The Numbers
Client's Stated Budget ($)
Your Minimum Price ($)
Project Timeline
Rushed — needs it in under 2 weeks
Standard — 2 to 8 weeks
Flexible — 2+ months, no hard deadline
The Signals
Are you speaking with the decision maker?
Yes — they can say yes on the spot
Best case
They need to get approval first
Adds delay and risk
Unclear — haven't asked yet
Worth finding out
How clear is their project brief?
Very clear — they know exactly what they want
Easy to scope and quote
Rough idea — direction but not the details
Normal for early conversations
No idea yet — figuring it out as they go
Scope creep risk
Have they hired someone like you before?
Yes — they understand the process and value
Fewer education conversations
No — this is their first time
May need more hand-holding
Not sure
Red Flags — Check Any That Apply
Asked for free spec work, samples, or a "trial"
Getting quotes from 5+ providers at the same time
Said "small budget but great exposure/experience"
Mentioned being unhappy with or firing a previous provider
Wants to "start small" with no clear path to full project
Pushed back on contract, deposit, or standard terms
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Score Breakdown
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