When it comes to client selection, your qualification criteria are non-negotiable. It doesn't matter how tempting a referral is—if they don't fit, they don't get in. Saying yes to a client who doesn’t align with your standards is a fast track to more headaches than it’s worth. Referrals are great, but they’re not a free pass. Protect your work, your reputation, and your sanity by sticking to the process. If they don’t meet the criteria, it’s a no.