Provider advice for newbies

Newbie looking to get into the hobby in the next few months. I know there are several very helpful threads on this site offering advice/suggestions for newbies, but it seems that most of these come from other hobbyists. I thought it might be nice, and helpful, to get the opinions of KC area providers regarding what they like their clients to do, know or keep in mind. Is there anything that you think is important for a newbie to know? Or just any other information that you'd want someone starting out to know, to make your lives easier? Honestly just curious. Feel free to send me a message if you'd like.