If I'm on hold for more than 60 seconds, I call back and ask to be connected immediately or that a message be delivered as to how to contact me. Don't waste your time on fools. If the prospect treats you badly, but you persevere and close the business anyway, it's likely that the client will treat you badly. People take their cue as to how to deal with you from your early behavior. It's up to you to demonstrate from the beginning what you value.
Boorish prospects make boorish clients.
They are the ones who don't pay on time, quibble over minor details, don't give you proper credit and renege on their promises of support. I doubt it. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .