Today we go back to Dr Ivan Meisner’s Book, for a “Truth or Delusion Pop Quiz.”
Truth or Delusion? The best way to ensure referral success is to follow the Golden Rule: treat your referral source the way you want to be treated.
Delusion! Treat your referral sources the way THEY want to be treated. Learn about other people’s goals, accomplishments, interests and skills so you can refer opportunities better attuned to them. One on One meetings help you get to know each other better, but that is just a start.
Next…..Truth or Delusion? The number-one successful trait of master networkers is that they give referrals to others.
Delusion again. The number one trait is follow up on the referrals you’ve received. Other crucial traits are Positive Attitude, Enthusiasm and Motivation, Trustworthiness and Good Listening Skills. A Positive Attitude makes people want to associate with you, Enthusiasm and Motivation gain respect, Trustworthiness creates a level of comfort for your referral partners and Good Listening Skills brings understanding and wisdom.
Last one for today….Truth or Delusion: Networking is all about referrals.
True! It is all about referrals, but not necessarily business referrals. It may be sharing ideas, resources, contacts, and information that will help others run their businesses and achieve success.
I hope these ideas area of benefit to you all and help you achieve success.
