Build Your Network | Day 24
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Good evening Reader We have only 6 Days Left of the Power Crown Games I love the first week of the month because that's when I do my most networking. In fact I just got back from a networking event right now. When I first began my business, I was adamant on selling directly to everyone in the group, which caused me to come off as very salesy and pushy. But the more I attended, I learned that the key wasn't to get clients, but connections. I'm sure you heard the phrase, "It's not what you know, it's who you know." Which is why everyone always tells you to focus on making connections. Initially, you're probably thinking, "Yeah, yeah connections are great, but what about clients?" And rightly so. The point of business is to get business. But today I want to talk about the power of building strong connections. As a result of my networking: I've been able to eat lunch with multi-millionaires, meet celebrities, get free business advice that would've cost me thousands of dollars, and much more. When I focused solely on building connections and not pitching my business, I was able to learn more about growing my business, pitch my business to a warmer lead, and get a better client as a result. Plus it helps calm your nerves when you realize you don't have to walk in with a sales script. Focusing on being an actual human being, and showing interest in the other party has gotten me a higher ROI than any cold sales pitch would've done. Before I sign off, I just want to send a friendly reminder to remember to build strong connections. Even though we might not see the fruits of it right away, you'll be planting a bigger tree. Which results in a bigger harvest. Happy Weekend. Praying for your success. Estevan Out.
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