Handle referral enquiries that expect mates' rates
The problem
Referrals are your best leads, but "my friend said you'd do me a deal" puts you in an awkward spot. A warm reply protects your price and keeps both people happy.
What AI does
AI drafts a friendly reply to an enquiry that came through a past client and expects mates' rates. It thanks the referrer, states your normal price clearly and mentions any small thank-you you've chosen to offer.
Time
The steps, in short
- Decide whether you'll offer any small thank-you.
- Have AI draft a friendly reply with your usual price.
- Check it names the referrer and the price is clear.
- Send it, then thank the referrer separately.
A short sample prompt
I'm a mobile DJ. Draft a warm reply to someone referred by [referrer] who's hoping for a discount. My usual price for [event] is [amount]. Thank-you I can offer: [extra or none]. Friendly but clear.
In the full playbook
- 4 steps in full
- The exact prompt to copy
- A check-before-you-send list (3 points)
- UK notes with official sources