Late payments are a real pain. I’m considering using email marketing to stay in touch with clients who owe me money. Not sure if it’s too pushy or if it could actually help maintain relationships.
Anyone tried this approach? Curious about the pros and cons.
Email marketing for late payments? That’s overthinking it. Keep it simple.
Send a clear invoice with payment terms right after the job’s done. If they’re late, pick up the phone and call them. Most times, it’s just slipped their mind.
If they’re having money troubles, work out a payment plan. But don’t let it drag on. The longer you wait, the less likely you’ll get paid.
Remember, you did the work. You deserve to get paid. Don’t dance around it with marketing emails.
Email marketing for late payments? Nah, that’s overkill.
Here’s what I do:
Most of the time, clients just forgot. A quick, friendly nudge does the trick.
For the tough cases, I offer a small discount for immediate payment. It’s not ideal, but it gets the job done.
The real key? Don’t let it slide. The longer you wait, the harder it gets to collect.
And always keep it friendly. You might need these clients again someday.
Emails? I just call 'em up. Straight talk works best.
Most folks just forget or lose the bill. A quick chat sorts it out.
Email marketing could work, but it might come across as pushy.
I prefer a more direct approach. I send a friendly reminder when payment is due. If there’s no response, I follow up with a phone call.
Keep it professional and focused on the invoice. No fancy tactics needed.
Just call 'em. No need for fancy emails.
Most people just forget. A quick ring usually gets things moving.
If they’re tight on cash, maybe work out a deal. But don’t let it drag on too long.
I’ve tried email marketing for late payments. It didn’t work great for me.
Instead, I now use a mix of automated reminders and personal follow-ups. My invoicing software sends out gentle reminders a week before the due date, then on the due date, and a week after.
If that doesn’t work, I pick up the phone. A quick, friendly call usually does the trick. Most clients just forgot or missed the email.
For really late payers, I offer a small discount for immediate payment. It’s not ideal, but it’s better than chasing them for months.
The key is to stay on top of it. Don’t let invoices sit for too long. The longer you wait, the harder it gets to collect.
And always, always be polite. You want to keep the relationship good for future work.