This might ruffle a few feathers, but I’m saying it with love: if you’re using online galleries to deliver digital files to clients, it’s time to stop. Not because you’re doing something wrong—but because you’re leaving money, confidence, and connection on the table. Today, I’m breaking down the three biggest myths about online ordering and why switching to in-person ordering appointments will transform your business.
So if you’re ready to serve your clients better and finally get paid what you’re worth, hit play and enjoy the episode!
The 3 Big Myths About Online Ordering Galleries
1. “It’s More Convenient for Clients”
Sure, it feels easy to drop a gallery link in their inbox—but that link quickly becomes one more overwhelming item on their to-do list. Your client scrolls, second-guesses, gets decision fatigue… and nothing gets ordered. What they really need? A guide. Someone who helps them choose, plan, and visualize artwork in their home. That’s you.
Mindset shift: Convenience isn’t king. Clarity and connection are.
2. “I Don’t Have Time for In-Person Sales”
Truth bomb: skipping ordering appointments isn’t saving you time—it’s costing you profit. Those one-on-one meetings are your money-making moments. They’re where you help your client make meaningful choices… and where you actually earn a living.
If you’re answering emails and editing at midnight but not making money, that’s not efficiency. That’s a hobby.
3. “I’m Not Good at Sales”
Sales is a skill, not a personality trait. Avoiding it won’t protect you—it will rob you of income and confidence. Clicking “send gallery” at 2 a.m. might feel safer, but it also keeps you small. The real growth happens when you’re sitting with a client and they say, “I have to have that.” That moment? It changes everything.
You’re not being pushy. You’re being present.
Why This Matters (More Than You Think)
This isn’t just about revenue. It’s about how you see yourself.
- When a client cries seeing their images…
- When you help them choose artwork they’ll cherish forever…
- When they hug you in gratitude…
You will feel what it means to be worth every penny.
Wrap-Up: Your Clients Deserve Better—So Do You
Online galleries may seem convenient, but they’re not serving your clients or your business. What they really need is your heart, your hand-holding, and your expertise.
So here’s your next step: Try one in-person ordering appointment. Just once. See what happens. I promise, you won’t go back.
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