Behind the Lens, Not the Desk
Chapter 9 — Client Review Request — The Referral Machine

Prompt 26 The Perfect Timing Review Request

Context/Tips
  • The ideal time to ask is 7–14 days after gallery delivery.
  • If they respond to the first email with excitement, ask immediately.
Expected Outcome

An email that feels like a friend asking for a favor.

The Prompt 
Using the Studio Voice Blueprint and Linguistic Filter from Chapter 1, I just delivered a wedding gallery to [COUPLE'S NAMES] on [DATE]. The email I sent them said:

[COPY AND PASTE YOUR DELIVERY EMAIL OR KEY PARAGRAPHS]

It's been [NUMBER] days since delivery. Write a follow-up email that:
- References the gallery delivery warmly
- Asks specifically for a Google review
- Explains briefly WHY reviews help small businesses like mine
- Provides a direct link: [PASTE YOUR GOOGLE REVIEW LINK]
- Keeps the tone grateful, not transactional
- Under 100 words

Apply the Linguistic Filter. Do NOT say "I'd really appreciate a review." Frame it as: "Your words would genuinely help other couples like you find a photographer they can trust."