9 Essential Checks Before Sending That Contract

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    Corey Quinn

    Founder, Deep Specialization™

    Ensure a smooth contract process and avoid surprises with this 9-point checklist. Confirm project scope, pricing, decision-makers, and address objections before sending. Position your agency for success with Deep Specialization and proactive steps. Secure verbal agreement for effective agency growth

    Check these 9 boxes with the prospect before sending that contract:

    ✅ Fully defined and agreed upon project scope

    ✅ Pricing structure confirmed

    ✅ Decision makers identified and involved

    ✅ All objections surfaced and addressed

    ✅ Value proposition clearly communicated and accepted

    ✅ Next steps post-contract discussed

    ✅ Verbal agreement obtained

    ✅ Prospect is expecting the contract

    ✅ Follow-up call scheduled

    Remember: The contract should be a formality, not a surprise.

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    Founder, Deep Specialization™

    Corey helps founder-led agencies scale through Deep Specialization™ and programmatic M&A. Former CMO of Scorpion ($20M to $200M). Author of "Anyone, Not Everyone."

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