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37. Why Asking for Testimonials Doesn’t Work (and What to Do Instead)
Episode 372nd September 2025 • Establish Yourself®: Clear Brand Messaging, Offers, and Systems for Coaches and Consultants • Annie Franceschi | Brand + Business Strategist
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If you've ever had a client rave about your work—but then disappear when you ask for a testimonial—this one’s for you!

I’m sharing how one painful experience (involving 20 emails 😬) led me to 3 powerful shifts that changed everything about how I get great reviews, regular referrals, and repeat business from my favorite clients... zero awkwardness required!

🎯 You'll Discover:

  • Why email is the worst way to ask for a testimonial (even for people who love you!)
  • The simple 15-minute conversation that unlocks raving reviews
  • The 3 testimonial shifts that helped me earn 65+ 5-star reviews (and how you can use them)
  • How to turn a testimonial ask into a moment of magic for your client

🎟️ LEARN MY TESTIMONIALS SYSTEM > POP-UP WORKSHOP: SEPT 25

Ready to ditch the awkward email and get authentic, raving testimonials that deepen relationships and attract new clients?

👉 Sign up for my Get Better Testimonials workshop

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I’ll walk you through the full system I use—interview questions, email templates, even an AI prompt to help you write reviews in your client’s voice.

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Get Better Testimonials Workshop: greateststorycreative.com/popup

Jim Henson’s Letter to His Children: Read It Here ( https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jim-henson-letter_n_3983895 )

#testimonials #clientexperience #businesssystems #socialproof #referrals #reviewstrategy #establishyourself

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