PaD: Alone

Do you see anyone in that booth?  No, neither do I.  I am sitting at a local coffee shop ALONE when I am supposed to be doing a Medicare presentation with a guy that called me to set up an appointment TWICE.

I hate being stood up.  Don't you?  It happens to me more than you can imagine.  I guess since I don't have an office and I have to meet people at public places they feel if they don't show up it is OK.  What I hear the most is, "Oh, I forgot."  Well, do you make an appointment with your doctor and not write it down somewhere?

It is partially my fault.  Years ago when I first started selling I was advised not to call to confirm appointments because people will overwhelmingly cancel if you call them to confirm.  Also, when I make an appointment with someone, even weeks in advance, I put it on my calendar and show up.  I really must start calling people to confirm their appointments.  I like my own company and usually don't mind being alone but it needs to be on my terms!  Being alone in the middle of productive work time is a waste of time and money.