I Need More Referrals
Looking for more referrals in your business? Here are some ideas on where to get them:
– Ask for them. The easiest way to get more referrals is simply to ask for them. Ask your friends, past clients, family, people in your networking group, anyone you can think of. You never know who can help you get to the next level in your business. Be confident, not shy and ask as many people as you can.
– Trade for them. Make a deal with other businesses to give and get referrals. Let people know you are out there recommending them to potential clients by introducing them via social media or email. In exchange the next time they know of a potential client for your business, they will give out your name.
– Do something charitable. Giving away something or sponsoring something will encourage charities and groups you assist to refer folks to your business. For example, if you are a photographer you could photograph an event for free for a local group and get that group to refer others to you.
– Offer bonuses for referrals. You could offer something as little as a free dinner certificate or as big as a cash bonus. Note- some associations and networking groups frown upon this. In fact, some groups will actually kick you out if they learn you are offering cash and gift incentives for referrals. If you are a member of one of these groups, go about getting your referrals another way.
– Give out your business card every where you go. I’ve given my card to my waitress during lunch, to my vendors and to almost anyone I meet. If the person you give the card to doesn’t need your services, they might know someone else who does.
Chime in. What is your favorite way to get more business referrals?
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