LucidTrac Blog

Knowing When to Let Go: How to Identify a Bad Investment Customer

written by Victor Ocasio / victor@lucidtrac.io on Saturday 10/15/2022
updated on Sunday 04/14/2024 14:21 UTC

As a business owner, you're always looking for ways to grow your company and increase profits. But did you know that not all customers are created equal? In fact, some customers can actually be bad investments that drain your resources without providing any return. So how do you know when it's time to let a customer go? Keep reading to find out.

Knowing When to Let Go: How to Identify a Bad Investment Customer written by Victor Ocasio
 

There are three main signs that a customer is a bad investment: they're unprofitable, they're unratifiable, or they're not generating enough returns. Let's take a closer look at each of these signs so you'll know what to look for.
 

Unprofitable Customers

The first sign that a customer is a bad investment is that they're unprofitable. This means that the cost of serving them is greater than the revenue they generate. For example, let's say you have a customer who always wants rush delivery but is only willing to pay standard shipping rates. This customer is costing you money because you have to pay extra to get their orders delivered quickly. As a result, this customer is not worth keeping around.

 

Unratifiable Customers

The second sign that a customer is a bad investment is that they're unratifiable. This means that they're not worth the effort it takes to keep them happy. For example, let's say you have a customer who is always complaining and demanding discounts or freebies. This customer takes up a lot of your time and energy without ever being satisfied. As a result, this customer is not worth keeping around. 

 

Customers Who Don't Generate Enough Returns

The third sign that a customer is a bad investment is that they don't generate enough returns. This means that they don't provide you with the growth or profits you need to justify keeping them as a customer. For example, let's say you have a customer who doesn't spend much money with your company and doesn't refer any new business your way. This customer isn't providing the growth or profits you need, so they're not worth keeping around. 

 

Knowing When to Let Go: How to Identify a Bad Investment Customer written by Victor Ocasio

 

In conclusion

There are three main signs that a customer is a bad investment: they're unprofitable, they're unratifiable, or they're not generating enough returns. If you see any of these signs in your own customers, it may be time to let them go so you can focus on more profitable relationships.

Thanks for Reading; And Have a Day Full of Happy Minutes

Loading Mailing List

Share this Blog Post: https://lcdtrc.link/5enlzvl

Knowing When to Let Go: How to Identify a Bad Investment Customer - LucidTrac Blog

In Case you Missed It - Seach by Tags!

Best Practices ( 46 ) ERP Software ( 24 ) LucidTrac ( 20 ) Communication ( 14 ) ERP ( 11 ) Productivity ( 11 ) Collaboration ( 10 ) Project Management ( 9 ) Efficiency ( 8 ) Business Operations ( 6 ) Automation ( 6 ) Customer Service ( 6 ) Customer Satisfaction ( 6 ) General News ( 6 ) Inventory Management ( 6 ) CRM ( 5 ) Cybersecurity ( 5 ) Data Management ( 5 ) Scalability ( 4 ) Employee Engagement ( 4 ) Marketing ( 4 ) Software Development ( 4 ) Customer Loyalty ( 4 ) Data Integration ( 4 ) Analytics ( 4 ) Innovation ( 4 ) Team Management ( 4 ) Reporting ( 4 ) Support ( 4 ) Financial Management ( 4 ) Data Breach ( 3 ) Time Tracking ( 3 ) Project Planning ( 3 ) Voice SMS IVR ( 3 ) Supply Chain Management ( 3 ) Software Security ( 3 ) Team Building ( 3 ) Data Security ( 3 ) Customer Engagement ( 3 ) Zero-day Vulnerability ( 3 ) LucidTrac ERP ( 3 ) Business Management ( 3 ) Cost Savings ( 3 ) Teamwork ( 3 ) Leadership ( 3 ) Customer Relationships ( 3 ) Communication Strategies ( 2 ) Reading PA ( 2 ) Agile Methodologies ( 2 ) DevOps ( 2 ) Guidelines ( 2 ) Software ( 2 ) Miscommunication ( 2 ) Quality Control ( 2 ) Services ( 2 ) Employee Productivity ( 2 ) Embracing Failure ( 2 ) Positive Attitude ( 2 ) Success ( 2 ) Self-improvement ( 2 ) Feedback ( 2 ) Documentation ( 2 ) Employee Relations ( 2 ) Business Success ( 2 ) Customer Feedback ( 2 ) Trust Building ( 2 ) Updates ( 2 ) Customer Retention ( 2 ) Communication Tools ( 2 ) Google Cloud ( 2 ) Custom Software Development ( 2 ) Scalable Solutions ( 2 ) Software Solutions ( 2 ) Real-time Reporting ( 2 ) Cross-functional Collaboration ( 2 ) Cloud Computing ( 2 ) Machine Learning ( 2 ) Customer Experience ( 2 ) Yard Management System ( 2 ) YMS ( 2 ) Professional Development ( 2 ) Employee Empowerment ( 2 ) Strategic Planning ( 2 ) Technology ( 2 ) Agile Teams ( 2 ) Logistics ( 2 ) Customizable Modules ( 2 ) Agile Project Management ( 2 ) 2FA ( 2 ) Training ( 2 ) Business ( 2 ) AWS ( 2 ) Azure ( 2 ) Cloudflare ( 2 ) Cloud Hosting ( 2 ) Security Threats ( 2 ) Hacking ( 2 ) Benefits Of ERP ( 2 ) Vendor Management ( 2 ) Email Marketing ( 2 ) Workflow Management ( 2 ) Contingency Planning ( 2 ) Supply Chain ( 2 ) Process Improvement ( 2 ) Flexibility ( 2 ) Agile Development ( 2 ) Customization ( 2 ) CVE ( 2 ) Information Security ( 2 ) MSP ( 2 ) IT Services ( 2 ) Security ( 2 ) Service Tickets ( 2 ) Managed Service Provider ( 2 ) Community Voting ( 2 ) Asset Tracking ( 2 ) Decision Making ( 2 ) Custom Intergrations ( 2 ) Deal Pipeline Management ( 2 ) Forecasting ( 2 ) Asset Management ( 2 ) Customizable Software ( 2 ) HR ( 2 ) All-in-one Communications ( 2 ) Data Accuracy ( 2 ) Enterprise Resource Planning ( 2 ) Revenue Growth ( 2 ) Single Person Startups ( 2 ) Organization ( 1 ) Event Planning ( 1 ) Task Management ( 1 ) Workflow ( 1 ) Artificial Intelligence ( 1 ) User-friendly Interface ( 1 ) Implementation ( 1 ) Sales Funnel ( 1 ) Competitive Edge ( 1 ) Customer Acquisition ( 1 ) Customer Journey ( 1 ) Microservices ( 1 ) Streamlining ( 1 ) Mobile Applications ( 1 ) API Integration ( 1 ) Internet Of Things ( 1 ) Sender Reputation ( 1 ) Web-based Applications ( 1 ) Professional Consulting ( 1 ) Mobile App Development ( 1 ) Software Integration ( 1 ) ERP Platform ( 1 ) Business Software ( 1 ) Lead Management ( 1 ) Property Managers ( 1 ) Warehouse Management ( 1 ) Sales ( 1 ) Pipeline ( 1 ) Sales Process ( 1 ) Email List Cleaning ( 1 ) Spam Prevention ( 1 ) Decision-making ( 1 ) Email Validation ( 1 ) Email Deliverability ( 1 ) Email Verification ( 1 ) Work Smarter ( 1 ) Mailing List Verification ( 1 ) MX Validation ( 1 ) Email Bounce Rate ( 1 ) Email Campaigns ( 1 ) SMTP Verification ( 1 ) Domain Validation ( 1 ) Simplifying ( 1 ) Multichannel Communication ( 1 ) DDoS Protection ( 1 ) Firewall ( 1 ) Business Efficiency ( 1 ) Workflows ( 1 ) Guidance ( 1 ) CDN ( 1 ) Performance Optimization ( 1 ) Account Security ( 1 ) Two-Factor Authentication ( 1 ) Sales Optimization ( 1 ) Authy ( 1 ) Troubleshooting ( 1 ) Block Hours ( 1 ) HR Contingency Planning ( 1 ) Operational Contingency Planning ( 1 ) IT Contingency Planning ( 1 ) Risk Management ( 1 ) Business Continuity ( 1 ) Cloud-based ERP Software ( 1 ) Data Protection ( 1 ) 1-on-1 Training ( 1 ) Email Support ( 1 ) Sales Team ( 1 ) Sales Productivity ( 1 ) Online Security ( 1 ) Google Cloud Platform ( 1 ) SIP Trunking ( 1 ) SIP Registration ( 1 ) Sales Strategy ( 1 ) Sales Tactics ( 1 ) Streamlining Operations ( 1 ) Cloud Communication ( 1 ) Twilio Integration ( 1 ) AI ( 1 ) Customizable Features ( 1 ) Automated Notifications ( 1 ) Personalized Communication ( 1 ) Business Communication ( 1 ) Direct Inward Dialing ( 1 ) ERP Solutions ( 1 ) Infrastructure ( 1 ) Virtualization ( 1 ) Cloud Services ( 1 ) GCP ( 1 ) Sales Performance ( 1 ) Load Balancing ( 1 ) DID ( 1 ) Data Encryption ( 1 ) Identity And Access Management ( 1 ) Content Delivery Network ( 1 ) Predictive Analytics ( 1 ) Business Scaling ( 1 ) XZ Utils ( 1 ) Supply Chain Attack ( 1 ) Customized Software ( 1 ) Operations Oversight ( 1 ) Productivity Boost ( 1 ) Open Source ( 1 ) Linux Distributions ( 1 ) Threat Detection ( 1 ) Malicious Code ( 1 ) System Update ( 1 ) Patch Management ( 1 ) Backdoor Vulnerability ( 1 ) Decision-Making ( 1 ) Mortgage Companies ( 1 ) Order Processing ( 1 ) Goods Storage ( 1 ) Distribution Center Operations ( 1 ) Team Collaboration ( 1 ) Feedback Loops ( 1 ) Shipping And Receiving ( 1 ) Returns Processing ( 1 ) Real-Time Insights ( 1 ) Streamlined Operations ( 1 ) Business Integration ( 1 ) Cloud-Based ERP ( 1 ) RDI Cargo Mobile ( 1 ) Vulnerability Check ( 1 ) Security Practices ( 1 ) Recognition ( 1 ) Rewards ( 1 ) Positive Workplace Culture ( 1 ) Employee Relationships ( 1 ) Technology Integration ( 1 ) Loyalty Programs ( 1 ) Employee Feedback ( 1 ) Open-Door Policy ( 1 ) Suggestion Boxes ( 1 ) Data-Driven Decisions ( 1 ) Company Culture ( 1 ) Employee Satisfaction ( 1 ) Team Empowerment ( 1 ) Streamlined Processes ( 1 ) Automated Tools ( 1 ) User Training ( 1 ) ERP Systems ( 1 ) Data Integrity ( 1 ) Community Vigilance ( 1 ) Data Audits ( 1 ) Compliance ( 1 ) LucidTrac Platform ( 1 ) Centralized Data Management ( 1 ) Productivity Enhancement ( 1 ) Employee Efficiency ( 1 ) Adaptive Planning ( 1 ) Property Management ( 1 ) Mobile App ( 1 ) Personal Growth ( 1 ) Motivation ( 1 ) Streamline Operations ( 1 ) Sprint Planning ( 1 ) Empowerment ( 1 ) Daily Inspiration ( 1 ) Community ( 1 ) Budgeting ( 1 ) Videos ( 1 ) Goal Setting ( 1 ) SoftwareKing ( 1 ) Agile Methodology ( 1 ) Save Time Save Money ( 1 ) Real-time Data ( 1 ) Single Source Of Truth ( 1 ) Process Automation ( 1 ) Disaster Recovery Planning ( 1 ) Cloud-based ERP ( 1 ) Enhanced Productivity ( 1 ) Secure Software ( 1 ) Customer Focus ( 1 ) Adaptability ( 1 ) Iterative Process ( 1 ) Adaptable ERP ( 1 ) Scalable Solution ( 1 ) Career ( 1 ) Positivity ( 1 ) Remote Work ( 1 ) Cross-Functional Teams ( 1 ) LucidTracAdvantages ( 1 ) CostEffectiveSoftware ( 1 ) BusinessOptimization ( 1 ) Continuous Training ( 1 ) Unlimited Users ( 1 ) Business Agility ( 1 ) Technology Trends ( 1 ) Continuous Learning ( 1 ) Real-Time Data ( 1 ) Mobile Access ( 1 ) ScalableERP ( 1 ) BakeryBusiness ( 1 ) Software Updates ( 1 ) Backup ( 1 ) Online Safety ( 1 ) Phishing ( 1 ) Challenges ( 1 ) Internet Security ( 1 ) SmallBusinessGrowth ( 1 ) MarketingStrategies ( 1 ) SalesEfficiency ( 1 ) RealEstateManagement ( 1 ) BudgetERPSolutions ( 1 ) Real-time Visibility ( 1 ) Market Versatility ( 1 ) Data Loss ( 1 ) Data Recovery ( 1 ) Keeping Clients Informed ( 1 ) Underdelivering ( 1 ) Overpromising ( 1 ) Digital Disaster Recovery ( 1 ) Budget ( 1 ) Cost-effective Marketing ( 1 ) Cost Overruns ( 1 ) Stakeholders ( 1 ) Scope ( 1 ) Reputation ( 1 ) Dissatisfaction ( 1 ) Resolution ( 1 ) ERP S ( 1 ) Data Validation ( 1 ) Check-ins ( 1 ) Chain Of Command ( 1 ) Impact ( 1 ) Client Expectations ( 1 ) Service-based Industries ( 1 ) Permission-based Marketing ( 1 ) Realistic Expectations ( 1 ) Management ( 1 ) Project Goals ( 1 ) Suppliers ( 1 ) Failure ( 1 ) Learning ( 1 ) Learning From Failure ( 1 ) Social Media ( 1 ) Customer Surveys ( 1 ) Growth ( 1 ) Resilience ( 1 ) Improvement ( 1 ) Opportunity ( 1 ) Text Message Marketing ( 1 ) Mindset ( 1 ) Mobile Marketing ( 1 ) Incentives ( 1 ) Performance Monitoring ( 1 ) Budget Tracking ( 1 ) Open Rate ( 1 ) Financial Stability ( 1 ) Delays ( 1 ) Issue Resolution ( 1 ) Engagement ( 1 ) Loyalty Rewards ( 1 ) Personalization ( 1 ) Customer Analytics ( 1 ) Marketing Automation ( 1 ) Procedures ( 1 ) Escalation ( 1 ) Call Recordings ( 1 ) Voip ( 1 ) Visitor Management ( 1 ) Empowering Teams ( 1 ) Cloud-based Platform ( 1 ) SLAs ( 1 ) Customer Relationship Management ( 1 ) Data Entry ( 1 ) Business Intelligence ( 1 ) Sales Opportunities ( 1 ) Business Development ( 1 ) Bad Investment Customer ( 1 ) Hard Choices ( 1 ) Agenda ( 1 ) Attendees ( 1 ) Data Sharing Analysis ( 1 ) Inventory & Assets ( 1 ) Meetings ( 1 ) Time Management ( 1 ) Ground Rules ( 1 ) Business Goals ( 1 ) KPIs ( 1 ) Effectiveness ( 1 ) Internal Management ( 1 ) Teams ( 1 ) Smaller Work Groups ( 1 ) Agile ( 1 ) Waterfall ( 1 ) Project Management Methodologies ( 1 ) Project Tracking ( 1 ) Centralized System ( 1 ) Lean ( 1 ) Data Quality ( 1 ) Issue Tracking ( 1 ) Adjustments ( 1 ) Progress Review ( 1 ) Real-time Tracking ( 1 ) CEO ( 1 ) COO ( 1 ) Employee Review ( 1 ) Team ( 1 ) Note Taking ( 1 ) How Your Team Functions ( 1 ) Productivity Improvements ( 1 ) Goals ( 1 ) Deadlines ( 1 ) Compliancy ( 1 ) Laws ( 1 ) Leads ( 1 ) Staying on Course ( 1 ) Progress ( 1 ) SMS Marketing ( 1 ) Business Partnerships ( 1 ) Device Tracking ( 1 ) Hostnames ( 1 ) Service Ticketing ( 1 ) Cloud Call Center ( 1 ) Procurement Strategies ( 1 ) LucidTrac Looking Ahead ( 1 ) Network Management ( 1 ) SHOPS ( 1 ) Microsoft 365 Integration ( 1 ) Gmail Integration ( 1 ) SaaS ( 1 ) Nodes ( 1 ) Network Auditing ( 1 ) Customer Network Security ( 1 ) Employee Productivity ( 1 ) Employee Rewards ( 1 ) Crowdsourcing ( 1 ) Software Help ( 1 ) Learn Your Process ( 1 ) Servers ( 1 ) Building On Your Dreams ( 1 ) Entrepreneur Goals ( 1 ) Community-driven Development ( 1 ) Deals ( 1 ) Single Sign-on ( 1 ) Business Growth ( 1 ) Pipeline Management ( 1 ) Passwords ( 1 ) Real-time Data Synchronization ( 1 ) User-friendly ( 1 ) Sales Management ( 1 ) Sales & Marketing Teams ( 1 ) Performance Evaluation ( 1 ) Sales Reports ( 1 ) Change Management ( 1 ) Business Strategy ( 1 ) Cloud-based Software ( 1 ) EveryStep Software ( 1 ) Software Changes ( 1 ) Software Customizations ( 1 ) Transparency ( 1 ) Community-driven ( 1 ) Multi-factor Authentication ( 1 ) Platform Scaling ( 1 ) Ticket System ( 1 ) Next Step Software ( 1 ) Customer Spotlight ( 1 ) Berks County PA ( 1 ) Industry Competition ( 1 ) User Involvement ( 1 ) Product Innovation ( 1 ) Knowledge Base ( 1 ) Invoicing And Payments ( 1 ) Video Tutorials ( 1 ) Employee Fatigue ( 1 ) Workplace Culture ( 1 ) Customer Expectations ( 1 ) Document Signing ( 1 ) Happy Thanksgiving 2022 ( 1 ) Protecting Your Interests ( 1 ) Customer Contracts ( 1 ) Customer Networks ( 1 ) Custom Programming ( 1 ) One On One Interactions ( 1 ) HR Software ( 1 ) Customer Demand ( 1 ) Failure As A Learning Opportunity ( 1 ) Overcoming Failure ( 1 ) User-Friendly Software ( 1 ) Internal Processes ( 1 ) Cost Reductions ( 1 ) Development Services ( 1 ) Business Management Software ( 1 ) Employee Mentorship ( 1 ) Professional Growth ( 1 ) Happy Minutes ( 1 ) Consolidation of Tools ( 1 ) Margin Markup ( 1 ) Value-based pricing ( 1 ) Keystone Markup ( 1 ) Cost-plus markup ( 1 ) Markup percentage ( 1 ) Competitive pricing ( 1 ) Psychological Pricing ( 1 ) Information Technology ( 1 ) Computer Systems ( 1 ) User Needs ( 1 ) Common Vulnerabilities And Exposures ( 1 ) Cost of goods sold (COGS) ( 1 ) Profit margin ( 1 ) Broken Agenda Podcast ( 1 ) Software Delivery ( 1 ) Communications Platform ( 1 ) General Public Announcements ( 1 ) CTO Guide ( 1 ) CI/CD Tools ( 1 ) Git - Subversion Tools ( 1 ) Product pricing ( 1 ) Code Quality ( 1 ) Business Tools ( 1 ) Automated Testing ( 1 ) Sales Forecasting ( 1 )
Experience seamless business scaling like never before!
LucidTrac is a versatile and scalable cloud-based ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software platform, designed to accommodate businesses of all sizes, ranging from solo entrepreneurs to large organizations with hundreds of employees. By utilizing LucidTrac , you and your team can concentrate on growing your business while we deliver a comprehensive suite of feature-rich software services tailored to your specific needs.
Visit the LucidTrac ERP YouTube Channel

Visit our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com for help and videos about the #LucidTrac Platform.

Unleash Your Self Motivational Power

Introducing the #softwareKing Segment in LucidTrac ERP Mobile App: Harness the Prowess of Self-Motivation read @ https://lcdtrc.link/d2bjx89 #LucidTracBlog

Introducing the #softwareKing Motivational Mobile App Section: Unleash Your Self Motivational Power

At LucidTrac ERP, we are proud to announce the launch of an exciting new section within our Mobile App: #softwareKing. Designed to inspire, empower, and uplift, #softwareKing brings you an exclusive collection of Daily Motivational Videos, curated to fuel your ambition and drive your success.

With the #softwareKing section, we believe that motivation knows no bounds. That's why we have made these inspirational videos accessible to everyone, without the need for an account or any subscription fees. Simply download our app, and immerse yourself in a world of powerful messages and transformative insights.

Learn More About #softwareKing

LucidTrac Mobile ERP LucidTrac Mobile ERP LucidTrac Mobile ERP
Download LucuidTrac via Apple App Store Download LucuidTrac via Google Play
Access to our Google Play app have been temporarily disabled while we update our app to comply with new updated user policies applied by Google. Please stay tuned, our Apple Store app is unaffected.
Compare LucidTrac to other online platforms

To help you get a better understanding of your needs by comparing LucidTrac to other online ERP / SaaS platforms.

LucidTrac offers a comprehensive solution to streamline all of your business operations.

With its fully customizable features, LucidTrac allows you to tailor the platform to meet the specific needs of your business.

So what are you waiting for?
Book Your Demo!
What Do People Say?
Grab your chance to see a free half-hour demo of our all-inclusive ERP software right now! No more dealing with complicated and costly systems, our platform is simple and user-friendly.