Why Losing a Client Can Be a Blessing in Disguise: Embracing the Magic of Alignment
If you've ever received an email from a client asking to decrease scope or terminate a partnership, you know the gut-wrenching feeling that comes with it. Panic sets in. The immediate instinct is to go into scarcity mode—wondering how you'll replace that revenue or what went wrong.
It's natural. After all, running a service-based business means client relationships are the heart of your work. But here's the thing: after more than five years in this industry, I've learned one crucial lesson—**the universe always provides at the right moment.
When you're truly in alignment with your clients' needs, focusing on serving them rather than just your own bottom line, magic happens. Sometimes, deep down, you might even know that a partnership isn’t working. Perhaps the value you’re providing isn’t what they need anymore, or maybe the energy just isn’t right.
In moments like these, it’s easy to let fear take over and cling to that relationship, even though it doesn’t serve either party. That’s scarcity mindset at work. Will continuing the partnership feel good? Probably not.
You might find yourself going through the motions, uninspired and not as "jazzed" by your work. And trust me, clients can feel that energy.
But here’s the most important part: when an unaligned client leaves, you create space for new, aligned opportunities to surface. It may not happen right away, but soon enough, you’ll find yourself energized by new clients who are a better fit for your talents. You’ll feel more fulfilled, more aligned, and ultimately, better equipped to do your best work.
So if you’ve recently experienced the unexpected loss of a client—take heart. It might just be the universe making room for something even better.
Remember: magic is just around the corner. ✨
About the Author
Meredith Fennessy Witts, Founder & Strategic Growth Advisor at Le Chéile
and Co-Host of Agency Darlings.
With a background in financial and operational consulting and a successful track record of founding and scaling her own agency, Meredith brings deep expertise in strategic growth for indie creative and digital agencies.
Her company, Le Chéile, helps agencies scaling toward and beyond 1M+ in revenue to rightsize teams and payroll, increase founder pay, scale offers and packages and more. She helps clients to achieve their goals while clarifying their business strategy and finances.
She is a trusted authority on building mindful, profitable businesses—especially for underserved founders in the women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC communities.
