Need Advice...

[carlotta]

I have talked to other SP's & heard them talk about seeing their clients in the "real world" I had never seen a client, in the "real world" until this week. I just smiled at him and gave him a small nod. I did not know the business that I was at, was his.

My question to everyone is, was that the "correct" way to have handled the situation?

Okay, he did help me carry my purchases outside.

Carlotta ​

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[Valium]

Sounds like you handled the situation in a very professional manner. You aknowledged him without giving away anything to potential observers. I don't think any client would expect more in this type of situation.

 

[DeaAphrodite]

I would say you handled that correctly. It would probably be rude to ignore him & pretend you don't recognize. On the other hand, his s.o. could be present & he would definitely not want to be answering the "who's she?" question later. It goes both ways - I would not want a client coming up to me in public & asking "how's business - sure had a great time last night." Who knows who I'm with, right? Maybe mom. Maybe someone from my day job. I think a smile & a nod is about right most of the time.

The one time I've bumped into a client in public, I happened to be alone, but I had just popped a snack into my mouth, so couldn't say hi. I just smiled & waved & kept walking, as he was making motions to come over & get real friendly.

 

[Maury Beniowski]

How could you...?

No, seriously, you used the right approach. However, if he is with friends or family, even a nod is risque.

 

[smackyo]

lol, when i lived and worked in richmond i used to see the swan lake girls everywhere. anyone remember connie? she was a little sexual rocket thats for sure. she was one of my favs then she retired(i think????)i saw her at costco once and we talked for bit and she gave me a big hug and i saw her at other places as well. i also used to bump into may every once in a while too, as well as other swan girls. i never really thought it was a big deal.

as i said on here once before its a small world especially richmond. i once bumped into my dad coming out of swan at the same time and a buddy were going in.

 

[hitrack]

a simple adage that has served me well in this hobby, don't squat where you eat

HFS

another one....

Don't piss in yer own pool