Increasing Financial Presentation Success by Staying Present in the Conversation - The Business Coach's Take
- Ashley Boaz
- 2 days ago
- 4 min read
Financial conversations are often the moment where momentum is either built—or lost. You can have a perfectly designed treatment plan, clear pricing, and flexible payment options, yet still see hesitation if the presenter mentally checks out, rushes, or slips into script mode.
True financial presentation success isn’t about saying the right words—it’s about being fully present in the conversation and responsive to what the patient or client is actually experiencing in real time.
Remaining present allows you to read emotional cues, adjust pacing, address concerns before they become objections, and build trust at the exact moment decisions are being made. Below are best practices to help increase financial presentation success by staying grounded, attentive, and engaged throughout the conversation.
Money discussions trigger emotion. Anxiety, fear, shame, confusion, and skepticism often surface—sometimes subtly. When a presenter is distracted, overly scripted, or focused solely on closing the deal, those emotions go unaddressed.
Presence communicates:
Confidence without pressure
Empathy without over-apologizing
Professionalism without detachment
When people feel seen and heard, they are far more likely to move forward—even when the investment is significant.
Best Practice #1: Enter the Conversation Prepared—but Not Scripted
Preparation creates confidence, but rigid scripting kills connection. Patients and clients can feel when they are being “taken through a process” instead of having a conversation.
Do this instead:
Know the numbers thoroughly before the conversation
Understand all payment options and contingencies
Practice concepts, not memorized phrasing
This allows you to stay mentally present and flexible, rather than focusing on remembering what comes next.
Best Practice #2: Slow the Pace—Even When You’re Busy
Rushing is the fastest way to lose case acceptance. When presenters feel time pressure, they tend to:
Talk faster
Skip emotional check-ins
Assume understanding instead of confirming it
Presence requires intentional pacing. Pauses are powerful. In Mint Conceptions business coaching and presentation training, we call it the "awkward pause." Make it just long enough it seems a little uncomfortable. Silence gives the other person time to process—and gives you time to observe.
Try:
Pausing after sharing fees
Asking an open-ended question and waiting fully for the answer
Allowing silence without rushing to fill it
Best Practice #3: Watch for Emotional Cues, Not Just Verbal Responses
Remaining present means listening with your eyes and body, not just your ears. Financial hesitation often shows up nonverbally first.
Watch for:
Folded arms or leaning back
Avoiding eye contact
Tight facial expressions
Short or delayed responses
When you notice these cues, acknowledge them gently:
“I sense there may be something you’re unsure about—would you like to talk through it?”
This keeps concerns from festering beneath the surface.
Best Practice #4: Ask Permission Before Moving Forward
One of the most overlooked presence-based techniques is simply checking in.
Examples:
“Would it be okay if I walk you through the investment details?”
“Does this make sense so far?”
“Would you like me to explain the financing options next?”
Permission-based language keeps the conversation collaborative rather than transactional, increasing trust and engagement.
Best Practice #5: Reflect and Validate Before Explaining
When concerns arise, many presenters jump straight into justification or defense. Presence calls for reflection first.
Instead of immediately explaining, try:
“That’s a completely reasonable concern.”
“I’m glad you brought that up.”
“Many people feel that way at first.”
Validation lowers emotional resistance and opens the door for education to actually land.
Best Practice #6: Stay Curious—Not Defensive
Questions about cost are not attacks. They are requests for clarity and reassurance.
A present presenter remains curious:
“Tell me more about what you’re weighing.”
“What part feels like the biggest hurdle right now?”
“What would need to feel clearer for you to move forward?”
Curiosity keeps you emotionally neutral and prevents reactive responses that can derail trust.
Best Practice #7: Avoid Talking Yourself Into Discounts
When discomfort rises, some presenters begin negotiating against themselves—offering discounts or unnecessary concessions before the patient or client asks.
Presence helps you tolerate discomfort without reacting impulsively.
Remember:
Silence does not mean rejection
Processing takes time
Value should be reinforced before flexibility is offered
Staying present allows you to respond thoughtfully rather than reflexively.
Best Practice #8: Anchor the Conversation Back to Value and Outcomes
When financial hesitation appears, presence allows you to reconnect the conversation to why the recommendation exists.
Refocus on:
Health outcomes
Long-term stability
Prevention of future costs
Quality of life improvements
Avoid fear-based language, but confidently reinforce the purpose behind the investment.
Best Practice #9: Close With Clarity, Not Pressure
Being present at the close means offering a clear next step—without forcing urgency.
Effective closing sounds like:
“Based on what we discussed, would you like to move forward today or take some time to think it over?”
“What would feel like the best next step for you?”
Clarity reduces anxiety. Pressure increases it.
Best Practice #10: Reflect After Every Financial Conversation
Presence doesn’t end when the conversation does. Post-conversation reflection builds future success.
Ask yourself:
Where did I feel most connected?
Where did I feel rushed or distracted?
What cues did I notice—or miss?
This self-awareness strengthens your ability to stay present the next time.
The Business Coach's Final Thoughts
Financial presentation success is less about perfect phrasing and more about human connection. Remaining present allows you to meet people where they are emotionally, not just financially. When individuals feel respected, understood, and supported, decisions feel safer—and trust deepens.
Presence isn’t a technique. It’s a skill—and one that consistently separates average case acceptance from exceptional outcomes.
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