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@telescopeviolet272 hours agoUnited States
After case math, how do I connect the number back to the client problem instead of just stating the result?
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My calculations are usually fine, but I keep ending with something like "so the answer is $25 million" and then waiting. I know I need a better 'so what.' What should I actually say after the math?
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