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Last-Minute Cancellations?

August 21, 20251 min read

Last-Minute Cancellations? Here’s How to Protect Your Schedule

You’re halfway to your next client, parking’s a mess, your kit’s packed, and then ding. “Hey, so sorry, can’t make it today!”

If you’re a mobile business provider, you’ve definitely been there. Whether you’re offering spray tans, facials, brows, or blowouts, last-minute cancellations are more than inconvenient, they’re a business killer.

Why Cancellations Hit Mobile Businesses Harder

  • You’ve already committed the time and travel.

  • There’s no walk-in traffic to fill the gap.

  • Your energy gets drained from broken momentum.

One no-show or same-day cancellation = lost income and lost opportunity.

The Solution: Prevention + Professionalism

You don’t need to chase clients or be “the bad guy.” You need a system that:

  • Sets expectations clearly

  • Reinforces boundaries automatically

  • Protects your income

5 Ways to Reduce Last-Minute Cancellations

1. Have a clear cancellation policy.

Not just on your Instagram bio—on every booking. Set a deadline (like 24-48 hours), and note whether late cancels will result in fees or lost deposits.

2. Send automated reminders.

Most clients aren’t flakey on purpose—they forget. Clexi sends reminders that help them remember (and respect!) their booking.

3. Use respectful, pre-written confirmations.

No awkward texts—just professional, polished reminders built into the system.

4. Track repeat offenders.

Not all clients are ideal clients. Clexi lets you spot patterns and flag those on note section who keep wasting your time.

What Clexi Does to Help

  • 🛎️ Customizable reminders via text/email

  • 💸 Easy-to-set deposits and cancellation terms

  • 🧾 Automatic confirmations and booking receipts

  • 🔍 Client notes + tags to track behavior

With Clexi, you’re not chasing clients—you’re training them (gently) to respect your time.

Time is money. Let’s stop giving it away for free.

Book a demo call with Steph Today!

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