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How Often Should You Update Your Client?

Find your perfect cadence. Stop guessing, stop over-communicating, stop under-communicating.

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Client Type Guide

Not sure which type your client is? Here's how to identify them.

Relaxed

Trusts the process. Rarely checks in. Responds when needed but doesn't initiate often. Happy to wait for your updates.

Common phrases:

"Just let me know when it's ready""I trust you"

Standard

Professional and reasonable. Asks occasional questions. Expects regular updates but doesn't micromanage.

Common phrases:

"Keep me posted""Let's check in weekly"

Anxious

Needs frequent reassurance. Asks for status updates. Worries when they don't hear from you.

Common phrases:

"Just checking in""Where are we at?""Quick question..."

Hands-On

Wants to be involved in every decision. Reviews everything closely. May have opinions on implementation details.

Common phrases:

"Can we jump on a call?""I've been thinking...""What if we..."

Why Update Frequency Matters

Too Few Updates

Clients feel ignored. They start sending "just checking in" emails. Trust erodes.

Just Right

Clients feel informed. They trust the process. You can focus on the work.

Too Many Updates

Clients feel overwhelmed. You seem unsure. You're wasting billable time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Updating Shouldn't Feel Like Work

You know the frequency. Now make it sustainable.

Post in 30 seconds, not 10 minutes
No email threads to manage
Clients check on their schedule

Your clients stay informed. You stay focused.