Networking can save the day, and sometimes your business, if you remain in place and available to receive the leads you want. While some of our business suffers in this economy, others flourish. This is because new and innovative ideas will come to you if you’re in attendance and work the system by giving leads! One-on-ones are also so important for the process. Example: Our travel agent lost several large accounts due to market conditions in the last quarter. A gentleman who owns a phone company gave the travel agent a lead to an internationally based construction company that has turned into one of his largest accounts ever! This happened because over the years they have become business acquaintances as well as friends. Now, two things will happen. The phone company owner has a “salesman” on fire who, in earnest, will attempt to send him business. The Travel Company owner has a huge account! These two members have sat tight in hard times and both will benefit. Patience is the key during trying times. The business owners who don’t give up, keep trying and participating in the network system end up successful. You really can’t win the game if you don’t play! So, keep coming and give as many referrals as you can!
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