How can a handyman write estimates that align with client goals?

Q: How can a handyman write estimates that align with client goals?

Direct answer: Estimates improve when the client's goal is stated before the solution. Practical steps Restate the goal: What the client wants. Tie scope to goal: How work achieves it. Avoid feature lists: Focus on outcomes. Next step: Start your next estimate with the client's stated goal.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Estimates improve when the client's goal is stated before the solution.

Practical steps

Restate the goal: What the client wants.
Tie scope to goal: How work achieves it.
Avoid feature lists: Focus on outcomes.

Next step: Start your next estimate with the client's stated goal.