The Mentor Chair · Clients & boundaries
The situation
Small exceptions become expectations, and the pattern is set long before it feels like a problem.
From the mentor chair
The expectations you consistently set — and what you consistently allow — teach clients what the relationship with your business looks like.
If you're routinely available late at night, clients may begin expecting late-night responses.
If your day off regularly becomes available whenever someone asks, clients learn that the boundary is flexible.
The same thing works positively.
Consistently communicate your hours, policies and availability while treating clients with the same respect you expect from them.
Mentor principle
You teach clients how to treat you.
Behind-the-chair tip
Boundaries aren't about being difficult. They're about creating clear expectations.
What I'd do next
A short next step or checklist will be added with the founder guidance during beta.