When you walk into a signing, do you use a short script for introductions and ID check, or just wing it? This reminds me of when I switched from improvising on guitar to practicing a 12‑bar structure — having a simple pattern calmed my nerves. I got commissioned last Friday in Columbus and I’m thinking a 30‑second opener could keep me on track; helpful or too stiff?
Columbus and I’m thinking a 30‑second opener could keep me on track; helpful or too stiff? I use a 25–30s opener but I anchor it to the ID handoff so it doesn’t feel scripted: as I take the ID I say, “I’m Sofia, your notary; I’ll verify IDs and witness signatures, can’t give legal advice, and we’ll be about 15 minutes,” then we roll. If someone seems rushed, I trim it to just the disclaimer — still keeps me on track; want the exact wording I use?
Short answer from my side: I’m seeing the same pattern — one concrete thing that helped was writing down the exact handoff and timebox it to 15–20 min. Does that match what you’re running into?