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Quotes & ghosting
Quotes that get answered, and what to send when they don't.
Start hereWhy Clients Ghost Your Balloon Quotes (and the 2 Follow-Ups That Fix It)Balloon client ghosting usually comes from a quote with no deadline and no next step. Here's why clients go quiet and the 2 follow-ups that bring them back.10 min read →Put an Expiration Date on Every Quote. Here's Why.Every balloon quote needs an expiration date, usually 48 hours to 7 days. It protects your date and prices and turns "maybe later" into a yes or no.7 min read →How to Send a Balloon Quote That Books (Not a Price Typed in a DM)How to send a balloon quote that books: one clear link or PDF with line items, total, retainer, expiration date and a next step, not a price typed in a DM.7 min read →From Inquiry to Booked: The 6 Steps of a Balloon Booking That Doesn't LeakThe balloon booking process in 6 steps: capture the inquiry, qualify, quote, follow up, sign and take the retainer, confirm. Where each step leaks and the fix.6 min read →What to Do When a Client Says Your Balloon Quote Is Too ExpensiveWhen a client says your balloon quote is too expensive, don't discount or over-explain. Ask their budget, offer a smaller design, or walk away politely.7 min read →The $1,200 Inspo Photo With a $300 Budget: How to ReplyBalloon client budget vs inspiration photo: price the inspo pic honestly, show what their $300 can do, and let them choose. Scripts and budget math.6 min read →How Many Quotes Should You Send Before One Books? (Booking Rate Math)Balloon quote conversion rate is bookings divided by quotes sent. How to calculate it, how many quotes your income goal needs, and how to raise it.6 min read →Speed Wins: How Fast Should You Reply to a Balloon Inquiry?Balloon inquiry response time matters: aim to reply within an hour, same day at worst. How to reply fast while you're inflating, plus scripts for late replies.6 min read →The Exact Texts to Send When a Quote Goes Quiet: Day 2, Day 5, Day 10Balloon follow-up text templates for when a quote goes quiet: what to send on day 2, day 5 and day 10, plus copy-and-paste messages for every situation.6 min read →How to Qualify a Balloon Client Before You Waste an Hour QuotingHow to qualify balloon clients before quoting: get the date, venue, guest count and budget first, spot tire kickers early, and save hours each week.7 min read →
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