The roots of a relationship are crucial for growth. It’s not enough to have surface-level connections with potential referral sources. Instead, the focus should be on building deep and long-lasting relationships that cultivate trust and consistency. In this episode, I challenge the common tactics used in referral-based business growth, including asking, compensating, and gimmicks. These tactics can damage…
It’s the age-old question: how do you generate more referrals for your business? It’s no secret that referrals are the easiest way to bring onboard new clients. But why is there so much confusion around the best way to generate them? In this episode, we’ll dive into the importance of referrals as a primary focus…
Have you ever heard the saying, “Complexity is the enemy of growth”? When it comes to building a referral-based business, this couldn’t be more true. That’s why, in this episode, we’re going to talk about applying the KISS method to your referral strategies to keep things simple. Now, I know what you’re thinking: How can…
Recently, I came across an interesting concept that really resonated with me: the difference between being a pinball and being a bowling ball. The idea was inspired by a book I was reading, and I found it particularly applicable not just to referrals, but also to business as a whole. When I think of a…
Can you go a week, or even a day, without encountering AI and ChatGPT in articles, emails, or conversations? If not, you’re not alone. In this episode, I will be sharing AI’s shortcomings regarding referrals—because you can’t rely on AI for everything… yet. As someone who is not an early adopter (and barely a late…
Exploring the things that can be delegated and the things that absolutely can not when it comes to referrals.
Every 10th episode, I answer your questions, and today isn’t any different. I will be selecting three questions from my clients, my free Facebook community, Referrals Without Asking, or you (the listeners), and will be answering them to the best of my ability. In this episode, we will cover everything from referral strategies to nurturing…
There are many strategies that I teach every day because they’re the foundational strategies you need in your business. Those three foundational strategies consist of having a referable client experience, a strategy where you can generate referrals from your existing referral sources, and a strategy for turning new folks into referral sources. But we know…
Saying “no” can be difficult. It can make you feel guilty or it can make you question yourself. But regardless of if it’s hard, it is an important skill to have. So, in this episode, we’ll be discussing 30 ways to say no. I’m pretty good about saying no, but there are moments when I…
Just because we are closing in on the end of the year does not mean you should slack off on your business’s most valuable asset. Instead, now is the time we should be focusing on adding value to our referral sources to ensure we stay top of mind for the year ahead. So, in this…