Sometimes you finally have a client that you vibe with and ready to bill, the next thing is that they start asking you for a video call to confirm. Well, for some whatever reason, this doesn’t go down well with you. In this post, there are some techniques that will help you avoid video call from clients.
You can download the formats to avoid video call from client down below, but first you have to understand what to say, how to say it, and how to act. That way, the format would become believable.
For every format you are using, I will show you some ways to avoid video call from clients
17 Formats to avoid video call from Client
If you are using the dating format, vibing with your client, and they want to call you on video call to confirm, then this is how to handle it.
Internet Excuse – “The Signal That Betrayed Me”
“Hey babe, I was really looking forward to our video call tonight, honestly. But of all nights, the internet has decided to act like it’s from 2005 again. The signal keeps dropping every couple of minutes, and even loading a basic webpage is a struggle — let alone a video call. I already tried restarting the router and even using my phone as a hotspot, but it’s just not stable enough. I don’t want the call to keep freezing or cutting off; it would just frustrate both of us. Can we rain check for when it’s back to normal? I still really want to talk though, if you’re okay with just messaging or maybe a voice call for now.”
2. Minor Accident Excuse – “A Bump and a Bandage”
“Hey love, I was going to tell you earlier but got caught up — I had a little accident today. Nothing serious, I promise, but I tripped over the edge of the coffee table (don’t laugh 😂), and I ended up with a small bruise on my cheek and a bit of swelling. I’m okay, really, just a little sore and definitely not camera-ready. I know you wouldn’t care about stuff like that, but I’d rather wait till I’m looking a bit more like myself. I still want to hear your voice though — would you be okay with just a voice call tonight?”
3. Creative Excuse – “The Surprise That Backfired”
“Soo… this might sound a little silly, but I was actually in the middle of setting up something sweet for us — I wanted to surprise you with a little video setup and background lighting for our call, just to make it feel more special. But while doing that, one of the lights short-circuited and blew a fuse, and now the power in my room is half-dead. The main light and outlets are out, so my laptop’s low on battery, and I’ve basically turned into a vampire in a dim cave. 😅 I feel so bad, but everything’s gone a bit chaotic here. Could we do the video call another day, once I’ve got things fixed up properly?”
4. Sick Mum Excuse
“Hey babe, I really wanted to video chat tonight, but my mum’s not feeling well. She’s been coughing a lot and I’ve been helping her get settled, making her tea and keeping an eye on her. It’s not anything serious, but I don’t want to leave her alone for too long tonight. Hope you understand — can we just message or talk for a bit instead?”
5. Sick Dad Excuse
“Hey love, my dad’s been under the weather today. It kind of hit him out of nowhere — he’s got a fever and looks exhausted. I’ve been running around trying to help out and I’m honestly not in the right headspace for a video call. Would you mind if we kept it low-key for tonight?”
6. Babysitting Sibling/Niece/Nephew
“I’ve got my little niece staying over and she’s super hyper tonight. I was hoping to do a video call with you, but she’s already burst into my room twice singing Disney songs. 😩 It’s just not the quiet vibe I want for us. Can we reschedule for when I have more peace and privacy?”
7. Migraine or Headache Excuse
“Hey, just a heads up — I’ve had a splitting headache all day. I was hoping it’d pass, but it’s only gotten worse. Staring at a screen really makes it throb more. I don’t want to force it and end up cranky on our call. Could we do voice or just chill over text today?”
8. Sore Throat or Losing Voice
“Weirdly, I think I’m coming down with something — my throat is sore, and my voice sounds like I swallowed gravel. I’d rather not be coughing through a video call with you. 😅 Can we wait a day or two till I sound human again?”
9. Skin/Face Issue (pimple, swelling, allergy)
“Okay this is kind of embarrassing but I had an allergic reaction to something — maybe soap or food — and my face is all puffy and red. Definitely not camera-friendly. I feel like a balloon right now. 😅 Let’s video call when I’m back to normal, please?”
10. Back/Neck Pain or Injury Excuse
“Hey babe, I hurt my neck somehow while sleeping last night. It’s stiff and really painful to sit upright or hold my phone up. I wouldn’t be able to sit through a whole video call comfortably. I hope you don’t mind postponing?”
11. Poor Internet Connection
“My internet’s being super unreliable today. I’ve had multiple dropouts and it’s driving me nuts. I really don’t want our video call to be filled with frozen screens and awkward delays. Voice or text would work better until this stabilizes.”
12. Webcam or Phone Camera Not Working
“My camera’s gone all fuzzy and glitchy. I tried restarting everything, but the image looks like a Minecraft version of me. 🙃 Until I figure out what’s going on, video might not be ideal. Can we still talk though?”
13. No Privacy or Too Much Noise Around
“I’m not alone at home today and it’s a bit chaotic — loud TV, people walking around, and zero privacy. I wouldn’t be able to focus on you properly with all this going on. Let’s do video another time when I can give you my full attention.”
14. Feeling Low or Anxious
“Can I be honest? I’m not really in the best mood today. Nothing specific, just one of those off days where I don’t feel like being on camera. I’d rather chat with you when I can give you my best energy. Hope that’s okay?”
14. Self-Conscious About Appearance
“I’ve just had a really rough day, haven’t even showered yet, and honestly look like I just escaped a cave. 😅 I know you wouldn’t judge me, but I don’t feel like being seen like this. Can we do video another time when I’m more presentable?”
15. Power Outage
“There’s been a power cut in my area — lights are off, Wi-Fi’s down, and I’m on low phone battery. Basically, I’m living like it’s 1805. 😅 No way I can do a video call right now. Let’s postpone until things are back up.”
16. Helping a Friend or Emergency Situation
“One of my friends just called in a bit of a crisis and I had to go help them out. It kind of threw off my evening. I didn’t forget about our call — I just didn’t want to come on distracted. Can we reschedule for tomorrow instead?”
17. Work or Study Commitment Popped Up
“Something came up last minute — I have to finish up a task for work/school that I totally forgot about. I really hate to cancel, but I’d rather get it done and be free to focus on you properly next time we talk. Hope that’s okay?”
So depending on your situation or the format you are using, you can copy any of these formats and use them for your clients. i will be updating these ones continuously, so you can always check here for more formats to avoid video calls.
