How To RECEIVE a Referral | 204
This show is all about the art and skill of being a good receiver of referrals. If you want more referrals, This is what you must do when you get one. Season 2 Show 82 Episode 204
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Show Notes
You've seen it before. Someone sends you a referral and it is perfect for you. Then you never get another one. The person referring you business forgets about you - or so you think...
The reality is, you didn't RECEIVE the referral in a way that makes the person send you additional work.
The good news: This is correctable.
Today's show is all about how to be a good referral recipient and it is critical, if you ever want to receive another referral.
Here are the elements of a good referral recipient:
- Acknowledge the opportunity ASAP. Return calls immediately.
- Say thank you - in person
- Send a thank you note
- Follow-up and discuss the outcome
- Refer something back as quickly as possible
- Add the referrer to your community
- Communicate frequently
- Provide a public display or acknowledgement of your appreciation for the relationship
You've got to listen to today's show so you don't blow your referral opportunities in the future.