Get Growing: How to handle a 'Pick Your Brain Ask' when you should be paid for your work

When running your business you will be likely be asked for meetings where people ask to “pick your brain.” These moments can be a great way to network with new people, earn a referral to paying customers or secure a larger paid project with the client. However, there is a fine line between sitting down for a “can I just pick your brain” coffee date and providing free advice when someone should be paying for your knowledge and skills. Communicating boundaries will be key to not getting overwhelmed…