How much would it benefit you to have several dozen salespeople working on your behalf to bring you new business? That would be something, wouldn’t it? Wait, it gets better. What if you didn’t have to pay them a salary or commission? What if you didn’t have to provide them office space or fund their retirement plans? Well . . . that’s what referral networks can do!
You may already have caught on to this not-so-well-kept secret, especially if you’re familiar with any of the books I’ve written; but if you’re new to the world of networking, then the first thing you should do is seek out a referral networking group. Make sure you find a referral networking organization that provides a structured system for generating business by referrals. You want to join a group that demonstrates real purpose and is results-oriented.
When you join a good referral networking group, you are providing yourself a means to easily implement the new networking strategies you learn with people who have also become skilled at networking their businesses. When you surround yourself with quality business professionals who have committed themselves to continually taking the time to focus on networking, you will develop the genuine, long-lasting relationships that will lead to years of future business.
So, if you haven’t already joined a networking group, start searching the internet for networking groups in your area and make an appointment to visit a local chapter.
Click Here to learn what to look for when choosing a networking group.
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October 20th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
Very informative posts, love the look of your site.
October 21st, 2008 at 5:18 pm
Dr. Misner,
For me, building the sales team you speak of has made my business. You have to put more skin in the game, but the results over time, make it the most cost effective marketing method I have found.
Good Stuff,
Tom Doiron
Atlanta
October 22nd, 2008 at 5:35 am
Hie Ivan,
I am in a networking business group and it provides me with lots of insights and referrals.
Thanks for the info.
Michel Richer
Hombyz.com
October 23rd, 2008 at 12:41 am
Very interested in further content..
October 25th, 2008 at 6:38 pm
Very interesting look and ideas. Like this page very much.
October 26th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Thanks so much. I’m an interior designer and I will contact Jennifer Baron’s chapter and attend their meeting next week.
April 15th, 2009 at 4:32 am
Hey, cool tips. I’ll buy a glass of beer to the person from that forum who told me to visit your site