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How to Approach Potential Clients

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Approach Potential Clients
Approach Potential Clients

The best way to approach potential clients is through a medium that they have already been drawn to. This means networking with other businesses who will refer clients to you. No pressure means better receptivity.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Business Cards
  • Promotional Postcards
  • Website
  1. Step 1
     

    Find something that makes you stand out from all of the rest by doing a bit of research. Take some time to look online and through your local phone book to see what others with the same service in your area are offering.

  2. Step 2
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    Available at VistaPrint.com

    Once you are able to determine what sets you apart from the rest design unique business cards and postcards to put you in front of potential contacts. These are readily available and often free when you do a bit of online research.

  3. Step 3
     

    Utilize your business cards and postcards to network. Find the right portal for obtaining business contacts by visit other businesses or individuals who could benefit from your services. When you get to know these people on a personal basis they will be more than likely to refer clients to you. Word of mouth is the best advertising possible. This takes the hard sell out of the picture and leaves you in the position of being sought after.

  4. Step 4
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    freewebs.com is a simple site builder with basic sites for free.

    Lastly, develop a website to show your business off to the online community. Offer free tips and information which will show off your unique skills and draw people to you. Schedule workshops in person or in an online format to showcase information which will leave your guests ready to purchase your services.

Tips & Warnings
  • Get to know others who have services or business which compliment your own. This will generate a network of referrals for you as well as those who help you.

Comments  

tpalmer said

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on 12/12/2008 I love anything that's effective without being a hard sell. This is perfect. Thank you.

IcyCucky said

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on 11/23/2008 Great tips and advice! 5*

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