πClient Retainer Dashboard
Track retainer hours, KPIs, deliverables, and relationship health for agency clients at a glance.
Preview: Client Retainer Dashboard
Client Retainer Dashboard
[Client Name] Β· [Month / Year] Β· Account Manager: [Name]
Retainer Hours Summary
Track hours allocation and utilization across all service categories:
Category | Hours Allocated | Hours Used | Hours Remaining | Utilization % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Strategy & Account Management | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
Content Creation | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
Design & Creative | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
Development | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
Paid Media Management | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
SEO & Analytics | [X] | [X] | [X] | [X]% |
Total | [XX] | [XX] | [XX] | [XX]% |
Aim for 85β95% utilization. Below 80% may indicate scope underuse β proactively suggest initiatives. Above 100% signals scope creep that needs to be addressed.
Deliverables Completed This Month
[e.g., 4x blog posts published]
[e.g., Monthly SEO report delivered]
[e.g., 2x ad creative sets designed and launched]
[e.g., Email nurture sequence (3 emails) built and scheduled]
[e.g., Social media calendar for next month drafted]
[e.g., Landing page redesign β awaiting client feedback]
[e.g., Quarterly strategy refresh β in progress]
[e.g., Competitor audit β scheduled for next week]
KPI Performance
Metric | Target | Actual | Status | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Website Sessions | [X,XXX] | [X,XXX] | π’ On Track | β +12% |
Leads Generated | [XXX] | [XXX] | π‘ Close | β Flat |
Cost Per Lead | $[XX] | $[XX] | π’ On Track | β -8% |
ROAS (Paid Media) | [X.X]x | [X.X]x | π΄ Below | β -15% |
Organic Traffic | [X,XXX] | [X,XXX] | π’ On Track | β +20% |
Email Open Rate | [XX]% | [XX]% | π‘ Close | β Flat |
Social Engagement Rate | [X.X]% | [X.X]% | π’ On Track | β +5% |
Conversion Rate | [X.X]% | [X.X]% | π‘ Close | β +2% |
Highlights & Wins
[e.g., Blog post "X" ranked #3 for target keyword within 2 weeks]
[e.g., New landing page achieved 8.5% conversion rate (industry avg: 3.2%)]
[e.g., LinkedIn campaign generated 45 qualified leads at $12 CPL]
[e.g., Client featured in industry publication via our PR outreach]
[e.g., Successfully launched new product campaign on time and under budget]
Issues & Blockers
ROAS on Google Ads has declined for 3 consecutive weeks. Root cause: increased competition in core keyword auction + broad match expansion underperforming. Action plan: Pause broad match test, reallocate budget to top-performing exact match campaigns, test new ad copy variants this week.
[e.g., Client approval delays on creative assets β 5-day average turnaround vs. 2-day SLA]
[e.g., CMS access for new team member still pending after 2 weeks]
[e.g., GA4 data discrepancy between platform and dashboard β investigating]
Next Month Priorities
[e.g., Launch Q2 content campaign β 6 new blog posts targeting high-intent keywords]
[e.g., Restructure Google Ads account β new campaign architecture for better ROAS]
[e.g., A/B test email subject lines β goal: increase open rate by 5%]
[e.g., Deliver quarterly business review presentation]
[e.g., Refresh social media creative templates for Q2 brand campaign]
[e.g., Implement new UTM tracking framework across all channels]
Retainer Health Score
Rate each dimension from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent) to assess overall engagement health:
Dimension | Score (1β5) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Delivery Quality | [_] | [Are we consistently delivering high-quality work on time?] |
Communication | [_] | [Is communication responsive, clear, and proactive?] |
Results & ROI | [_] | [Are we meeting or exceeding KPI targets?] |
Scope Adherence | [_] | [Are we staying within scope or experiencing creep?] |
Relationship Strength | [_] | [How strong is the client relationship? Any tension?] |
Client Satisfaction | [_] | [Based on feedback β would they recommend us?] |
Growth Potential | [_] | [Is there opportunity to expand the engagement?] |
Overall Health: [X/35]. Scoring guide β 30β35: Thriving, explore expansion. 22β29: Healthy, maintain momentum. 15β21: At risk, schedule internal review. Below 15: Critical, escalate to leadership immediately.
About this template
Keep every retainer client on track with a single-page dashboard that shows hours utilization, KPI performance, completed deliverables, and relationship health scores. Use it to prepare for client calls, identify at-risk accounts before they churn, and demonstrate the value your agency delivers month after month. Updated weekly, this becomes your go-to source of truth for each client engagement.
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Weekly Planner
Weekly Focus: What is the ONE thing that would make this week a success? Write it here and keep it visible.
Week of: [Date] β [Date]
Monday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Tuesday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Wednesday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Thursday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Third priority task
Friday
Most important task for the day
Second priority task
Wrap up loose ends and prep for next week
Weekly Review
Take 15 minutes on Friday afternoon to reflect on your week. This small habit compounds into massive clarity over time.
What did I accomplish this week?
What didnβt get done and why?
What should I carry forward to next week?
Whatβs one thing I could improve next week?
Plan your week with daily task lists, a weekly focus area, and an end-of-week review.
Change Order Request
Complete this form for every proposed change to the original contract scope. Attach supporting documents (sketches, specs, photos) before routing for approval.
CO Details
Field | Value |
|---|---|
CO Number | [CO-001] |
Project Name | [Project Name] |
Contract Number | [Contract #] |
Date Initiated | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Requested By | [Name / Company] |
Priority | [Standard / Urgent / Critical Path] |
Parties
Role | Name | Company | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
Owner / Client | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
General Contractor | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Architect of Record | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Subcontractor (if applicable) | [Name] | [Company] | [Email / Phone] |
Description of Change
Reason for Change:
[Owner-directed change]
[Design error or omission]
[Unforeseen site condition]
[Code or regulatory requirement]
[Value engineering]
[Other: describe]
Detailed Description:
[Provide a detailed narrative of what is changing, why, and what areas of work are affected. Reference drawing numbers, spec sections, and RFI numbers as applicable.]
Reference Documents
[RFI #___]
[Drawing Sheet ___]
[Specification Section ___]
[Photo / Sketch attached]
Cost Impact
All cost estimates must include labor, material, equipment, subcontractor markup, and overhead & profit per contract terms.
Item | Description | Qty | Unit | Unit Cost | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | [Labor β trade description] | [X] | [hrs] | [$XX.XX] | [$X,XXX] |
2 | [Material β description] | [X] | [ea/lf/sf] | [$XX.XX] | [$X,XXX] |
3 | [Equipment rental] | [X] | [days] | [$XXX] | [$X,XXX] |
4 | [Subcontractor β name/trade] | [1] | [LS] | [$X,XXX] | [$X,XXX] |
Subtotal | [$X,XXX] | ||||
Overhead & Profit (__ %) | [$XXX] | ||||
Total CO Value | [$X,XXX] |
Net impact to contract value: [+ / - $X,XXX]
Schedule Impact
Field | Value |
|---|---|
Days Added / Removed | [+/- X calendar days] |
Affected Activities | [List critical path activities impacted] |
Revised Substantial Completion | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Concurrent Work Possible? | [Yes / No β explain] |
Approval Chain
Step | Role | Name | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Submitted by (Requestor) | [Name] | [Date] | [Submitted] |
2 | Reviewed by (PM / Superintendent) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
3 | Approved by (GC Principal) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
4 | Approved by (Architect) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
5 | Approved by (Owner) | [Name] | [Date] | [Pending] |
Verification Checklist
Scope clearly defined and not duplicated in other COs
Cost breakdown includes all labor, material, equipment, and markup
Schedule impact reviewed with superintendent
Downstream trade impacts identified (see Cascading Impact page)
Supporting documents attached (drawings, specs, photos)
Insurance and bonding implications reviewed if CO exceeds threshold
Manage change orders from request through approval with cascading impact analysis and a running CO log.
Client Onboarding Hub
Use this hub as your single source of truth for every new client engagement. Complete the overview below, then work through each sub-page to ensure a smooth, professional onboarding experience.
Client Overview
Field | Details |
|---|---|
Client Name | [Company Name] |
Main Contact | [Name, Title, Email, Phone] |
Account Manager | [Your team member] |
Start Date | [YYYY-MM-DD] |
Retainer Value | [$X,XXX / month] |
Services | [SEO, Content, Paid Media, Social, etc.] |
Communication Cadence | [Weekly calls, bi-weekly reports, monthly reviews] |
Contract Length | [6 months / 12 months / ongoing] |
Billing Cycle | [Monthly / Quarterly] |
Primary Goal | [e.g., Increase qualified leads by 40% in 6 months] |
Master Onboarding Checklist
Work through each item below. Check them off as you go β aim to complete all items within the first two weeks of engagement.
Send welcome email with onboarding packet and team introductions
Schedule kickoff call (all stakeholders from both sides)
Set up shared Slack channel or communication workspace
Collect brand assets (logos, fonts, color codes, style guide)
Configure tools access (analytics, ad platforms, CMS, social accounts)
Create client reporting dashboard with agreed-upon KPIs
Establish content/creative approval workflow and turnaround times
Document escalation paths and emergency contacts
Set up project management board with initial deliverables
Schedule recurring check-in meetings for the first 90 days
Conduct internal team briefing on client goals and sensitivities
Send first check-in summary within 48 hours of kickoff
Key Dates & Milestones
Milestone | Target Date | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Welcome email sent | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Kickoff call completed | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
All access credentials received | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Brand guidelines documented | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Reporting dashboard live | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
First deliverable shipped | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
30-day check-in | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
90-day review | [Date] | [Name] | Pending |
Pro tip: Share this hub (or a client-facing version) with your new client so they can see progress and know exactly what to expect during onboarding.
A structured multi-page hub for onboarding new agency clients β from kickoff to 90-day success.