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This Week's Lives
How to Make Sure You Still Get Paid — Even If Clients Go Silent After Delivery
Wednesday, June 25th 10a PT/1p ET
You sent the final work… and the client vanished.
No email. No payment. No closure.
This session will show you how to prevent ghosting before it happens — with one powerful contract clause and a few simple communication habits. Learn how to protect your income, avoid the emotional drain, and create clarity around what happens when delivery = silence.
What to Do When Clients Keep Dragging Out Projects (And How to Stop It)
Thursday, June 26th 10a PT/1p ET
The work is delivered… but the final payment vanishes.
Learn how to prevent client silence from stalling your income — with contract clauses, communication habits, and real examples that ensure you still get paid (without chasing or begging).
How to Protect Your Income in Long-Term or Multi-Year Client Contracts
Friday, June 27th 10a PT/1p ET
They loved your work and signed on for 3 months — maybe even longer. But weeks later, you realize: the contract didn’t protect that revenue.
This session breaks down what to include in longer agreements so you don’t get stuck under old pricing, outdated terms, or lost revenue. Learn the contract language that keeps your income protected and your client relationships strong as time (and their business) evolves.
- ✨ Includes real client stories + live Q&A.
Upcoming Topics:
- How to Stop Endless Revisions on Design Projects
- How to Stop Coaching Clients From Turning Every Package Into ‘Unlimited Support’
- How to Say ‘That’s Not Included’ and Get Paid for It- Without Feeling Guilty
- Why Every Service Provider Needs a Way to Know When a Project Is Truly DONE (And Payment Is Triggered)
(More topics added weekly — stay tuned!)
Replays
How to Stop Clients From Asking for More and More Changes- After You've Already Delivered
The project was done… until it wasn’t.
Suddenly there’s “just one more thing.” Then another. And another.
This session will teach you how to use your scope, contract language, and client expectations to put a clear, respectful end to revisions — and make your final delivery actually final.
How to Stop Clients From No-Showing or Canceling at the Last Minute — Without Losing Money
Late cancellations and no-shows don’t just waste your time — they drain your revenue and your energy.
In this session, I’ll show you exactly how to use aligned contract clauses, clear boundaries, and smart client communication to prevent last-minute cancellations — and protect your income when they do happen.
How to Stop Clients From Ghosting After You’ve Sent the Final Work
You’ve delivered the work — and now... crickets.
No response. No payment. No closure.
In this Live session, I’ll show you exactly how to use your customer agreement, client communication, and project boundaries to stop post-delivery ghosting — and ensure you get paid, stay protected, and close projects cleanly.
Why Being “Flexible” With Clients Is Probably Costing You Money
You think you’re being generous. Accommodating. Helpful.
But that flexibility? It’s quietly draining your time, energy, and revenue.
In this session, I’ll show you how to spot the hidden ways flexibility backfires — and how to build client relationships that feel spacious without sacrificing your boundaries or bottom line.
How to Set Boundaries That Actually Increase Your Revenue
Boundaries aren't just for sanity-did you know they can directly boost your income?
In this session, I’ll walk you through the specific types of client boundaries that protect your energy, elevate your offers, and increase what you’re paid — all without sounding harsh or burning bridges.
How a Business Owner Lost 5 Years of Revenue-Over One Sentence in the Client Agreement
One sentence. Five years of lost revenue.
In this session, I’ll break down a real-world client story — how one small sentence in their client agreement ended up costing them five years of income.
You’ll learn what went wrong, how to spot risks like this in your own contracts, and what to do to protect your long-term revenue — without turning your agreements into a wall of legal jargon.
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7 Signs You're Overgiving In Your Business (And How It's Quietly Costing You)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Aligned Business Series?
The Aligned Business Series™ is a live video training series where I tackle the real business problems you didn’t realize were fixable — like clients ghosting, dragging out projects, or avoiding payments. Each session blends real client stories, client agreement tips, and business energetics so you can run your service-based business with more ease, clarity, and alignment.
Who is this series for?
This series is designed for coaches, creatives, consultants, and service providers who want client relationships that feel good and pay well. If you’ve ever felt like you’re overgiving, undercharging, or constantly fixing client issues mid-project, this is for you.
Can I get the replays sent to my inbox each week?
Yes! Just sign up here to get each week’s replay (plus a few bonus resources) delivered directly to your inbox.
Where can I sign up for the Aligned Clients, Paid with Purpose™ program?
You can join the full Aligned Clients, Paid with Purpose™ program right here. It includes the step-by-step fixes for client boundaries, contract clauses, and energy leaks we cover in the series — with templates, scripts, and real support to implement it all.
Do you do other Lives?
Yes! I host weekly lives with business tips, boundary breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes shifts on Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow me at @ceolegalcoach on Instagram or CEO Legal Coach on LinkedIn to catch the latest topics.
