Episode 90: Community Referrals
Doulas of the Roundtable · Doulas of the Roundtable
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Show Notes
As a birth worker, networking and developing a community referral list are important to your work.
Those new to the field often wonder how to begin. Another common question is what services should be included on a referral list.
No matter the approach, who you add to your referral list is a task that requires careful consideration.
Do the business's beliefs and values align with your own? In the digital age, a fumble on the part of one business can reflect badly on your own.
For example, if your business is LGBTQIA+ friendly, referring to another business, no matter how skilled they may be, who does not share these values can cause a negative image of your business.
Will the business you refer to offer reciprocity in referring back to you?
Come join us as we discuss the many variables to consider when developing your community referral list.