I’ve always hated being called a “nagâ€. I think my husband is actually the only person to ever say “STOP nagging me!â€Â It seems I’m often put in the position of being the “nag†and I’ve always thought it was an awful character flaw.
Recently, I realized, I’m the work “nag†for a couple of my clients. I need to find a better word for it (please help me out with that). I tend to be drawn to clients who are unorganized, have a lot going on in their business lives, and are creative, big picture thinkers. Because of those characteristics, they rarely get to their list of “things to do for Kelly†in a timely manner.
Twice in the past week, I’ve followed up with these clients to nag them for the information I need to get them the information they need (and the appropriate government agencies too, of course). I follow up regularly with them because my strengths are the opposite of theirs. I’m great at organizing, details, and follow up.
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