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# How to set expectations

From [Things an SEO Consultant Should Know](https://listium.com/@SEO_Consultant/50592/things-an-seo-consultant-should-know)  
By [Patrick Herbert (SEO Consultant) (@SEO\_Consultant)](https://listium.com/@SEO_Consultant)

List stats: 333 views · 1 like  
Published 25 June 2020 · Updated 25 June 2020

Category: business & industrial / advertising & marketing

- Description: Setting expectations with clients is super important as those clients are going to want those expectations met and you as the SEO consultant are going to want those expectations to be exceedable as this sets you up for stellar reviews and a raging fan base of clients and ex-clients always willing to send work your way.
- Importance: ★★★★★