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sarakelly72

13 years ago

Thanks very much for sharing. I have also started our new business and your tip would be very usefull

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sparro 13 years ago

Originally Posted by sarakelly72

Thanks very much for sharing. I have also started our new business and your tip would be very usefull

If you have any questions just ask!
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thedealmaker

13 years ago

Sparro...

That's some great advice.

I've been around the marketing arena for quite a while and you taught me something new that I'd never thought about before.

If you're just starting out, then your best client would be new businesses.

Who better to be in need of your products or services then someone who's trying to grow their new business.

A more established business might not have the need to act now as would a new business because they have customers already that can help get them by until they can figure out how to grow even more.

The new business needs every advantage it can get at the start.

Good info.

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by thedealmaker

Sparro...

That's some great advice.

I've been around the marketing arena for quite a while and you taught me something new that I'd never thought about before.

If you're just starting out, then your best client would be new businesses.

Who better to be in need of your products or services then someone who's trying to grow their new business.

A more established business might not have the need to act now as would a new business because they have customers already that can help get them by until they can figure out how to grow even more.

The new business needs every advantage it can get at the start.

Good info.

Thanks Dealmaker, Glad to hear.

The county seat lists sole proprietors and they are fairly fresh leads. They show up there usually before any other list you can purchase.

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thedealmaker

13 years ago

Keep the good info coming sparro.

I jotted what you posted into my notes.

Hope you don't mind.

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sparro

13 years ago

I don't...

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sparro

13 years ago

Also, LinkedIn is a goldmine for leads

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Bennette

13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

Also, LinkedIn is a goldmine for leads

Care to elaborate? I have a LinkedIn account but haven't done much with it.

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sparro

13 years ago

LinkedIn is great because there is a level of trust people have that differs from other social networks. Join groups and start inviting people to become connections. I should write a WSO for Linkedin. A REAL Method that works in the real world!!

Here's a tip:

After you join some niche groups, find some members with a lot of connections and message them a question like "Do you know if anyone has a good merchant account provider to refer?" a question that is totally unrelated to your business. When they respond thank them then invite them to be a connection. Works every time!

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sparro 13 years ago

Does anyone else use LinkedIn Here? If so, share a successful method you use to get clients.
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- trini 13 years ago
  
  Hi Sparro,
  
  Super post- that O want to act on>
  
  I am not from the US-
  
  what exactly is "local county seat"
  
  "You can go to your local county seat and purchase a monthly Trade Name registry list"
  
  Could you tell me exactly where online I can get this info?
  Would be happy to purchase this new business list.
  
  Thank you
  Stay Sunny,
  
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  Hi Trini,
  
  I was speaking about US. Businesses here in the US. They have to register their business name in the district (county in US). The district sells the list usually on a per name basis. You have to do a search per state like "FL trade name registry" and with some research you can find out how to purchase. Hopefully there is a similar process where you live.
  
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  Thanks Sparro,
  
  Let me add my voice to the interest in your Linkedin report.
  
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Richard Tunnah

13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

LinkedIn is great because there is a level of trust people have that differs from other social networks. Join groups and start inviting people to become connections. I should write a WSO for Linkedin. A REAL Method that works in the real world!!

Here's a tip:

After you join some niche groups, find some members with a lot of connections and message them a question like "Do you know if anyone has a good merchant account provider to refer?" a question that is totally unrelated to your business. When they respond thank them then invite them to be a connection. Works every time!

I recently gave a free report out in a niche group on linkedin. Had them request a copy and had 68 requests. However I've not converted any of them in paying clients yet so I think more testing is required.

Rich

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TomHa 13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

Also, LinkedIn is a goldmine for leads

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bgean

13 years ago

Originally Posted by thedealmaker

I've been around the marketing arena for quite a while and you taught me something new that I'd never thought about before.

If you're just starting out, then your best client would be new businesses.

Who better to be in need of your products or services then someone who's trying to grow their new business.

While I agree that new businesses are apt to be more receptive to getting their business online, I wouldn't discount the established businesses for the simple reason -- many of them have not kept their websites up-to-date and therefore need help too.

Just a little bit of digging into the background of local businesses in your area (who has a website that gets updated and who doesn't) could very well mean the ability to land a new client.

- How many of them have a fan page?
- How many use postcards marketing to bring traffic to their website?
- How many offer webinars that resemble their offline seminars?
- How out of date is their web design? Could it be improved?
- How can social networking boost their brand?

And the list goes on...

Yes, newly erected businesses need guidance to get known online, but established websites need a helping hand too.

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sparro 13 years ago

Good tips here. Keep them coming
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dancorkill

13 years ago

New businesses aren't good because A they have no money to pay you and B They have no money to pay you. Look at people already spending a few thousand a month on adwords, these people are already spending money on online marketing and always looking for better returns on their marketing dollar.

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mr2monster

13 years ago

Originally Posted by dancorkill

New businesses aren't good because A they have no money to pay you and B They have no money to pay you. Look at people already spending a few thousand a month on adwords, these people are already spending money on online marketing and always looking for better returns on their marketing dollar.

New business account for almost 80% of my clients...

Most offline businesses (in my experience) don't go into business with "no money".. By the very nature of them being offline businesses, they NEED money to get a lease, buy office equipment, etc.. You just have to position yourself as a NEED and not a commodity.

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by dancorkill

New businesses aren't good because A they have no money to pay you and B They have no money to pay you. Look at people already spending a few thousand a month on adwords, these people are already spending money on online marketing and always looking for better returns on their marketing dollar.

Originally Posted by mr2monster

New business account for almost 80% of my clients...

Most offline businesses (in my experience) don't go into business with "no money".. By the very nature of them being offline businesses, they NEED money to get a lease, buy office equipment, etc.. You just have to position yourself as a NEED and not a commodity.

This is a perfect example of how it works for one but not preferred by another. Every method can be leveraged by trial and error. In the Payments Industry, One provider may target Midsized merchants and another may target small mom and pop. They both have pluses and minuses......

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Dr Dan

13 years ago

3. Be very consistent!! - Consistency will make you a success in your marketing what ever medium you are using. If you are emailing then set a daily goal and do it first thing daily. When I was training offline agents I could tell who was successful and who was not by how consistent their marking plan was.

So true!

I get a few students and warriors coming to me and saying "I tried this or that strategy and it didnt work?"

I then do a little digging to find out that they only tried it for maybe 1 or 2 days or less!

Be consistent and committed!

You didnt learn to walk or talk in 1-2 days! How is this any different?

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Robdot

13 years ago

Wow, thank you so much for sharing that. Great advice for a newbie like me to get going. You should consider putting a course together.
Regards
Rob

Originally Posted by sparro

I have not made many posts to the forum however I do monitor for ideas or trends in the marketing approach to merchants. I am a glorified marketer to multi-million dollar businesses in the payments industry. We all begin the journey finding ways to get merchants to buy our services.

There are a few tips I can share here for those of you working to get clients

1. If you are just breaking into the offline business the best place to start is with new businesses. You can go to your local county seat and purchase a monthly Trade Name registry list. Sometimes they sell them online but some may be behind in updated technology. It's worth the effort to go and pick it up monthly. Why? Because new businesses know that competition is fierce and are willing to spend money to launch their business.

2. Once you land a few clients, find out who their venders are - You can contact these venders and tell them them you share a mutual client and would like to have a referral relationship. Referrals are very important to growing your offline business.

3. Be very consistent!! - Consistency will make you a success in your marketing what ever medium you are using. If you are emailing then set a daily goal and do it first thing daily. When I was training offline agents I could tell who was successful and who was not by how consistent their marking plan was.

4. Journal what you are doing. Don't leave everything to memory. It's not wise. You will be surprised at how easy it is to find what is working and what is a time consumer.

5. Finally - Use your brain and be creative. don't be afraid to try different strategies. I have come up with my best eureka moments by trying a new strategy and bumping into something that can be life changing on the way.

Well I hope these tips were helpful. Finding new clients can be a daunting task but remember the payoff for having a reoccurring monthly income stream. People pay top dollar and many multiples of monthly earnings for businesses like this. Keep at it and you will have a valuable asset in the end.

If I can assist you feel free to Pm..

Tara Houck

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Robdot

Wow, thank you so much for sharing that. Great advice for a newbie like me to get going. You should consider putting a course together.
Regards
Rob

There are so many ways to market for B2B I have seen companies build portfolios of 10,000 merchants plus in less than 3 yrs. These tips are really just common sense and just the "tip" of the iceburg.

As far as a course is concerned, I would have to see many requests from you guys. If you guys are interested then get your friends to this post and let me know.

I come from the Payments Industry and consult large companies to sell their assets for them. I owned one of these companies for ten years and built a portfolio of merchants from 0 to 7,000 and sold it for many times it's annual earnings. The techniques that I offer MUST work because my reputation depends on it. I can't have a multi-million dollar company do a search in google and find a method that my name is attached to that they know is crap.

I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it.

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Bennette 13 years ago

Thanks for the LinkedIn tip Tara, I appreciate your time.
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  I would be interested in learning more about using linkedin for getting clients.
  
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Aemilia

13 years ago

Just this morning, I was feeling tired and a tard angry because my efforts at getting offline clients was hitting bricks. I am persistent and can't seem to quit, (even if I tried) the curiosity and desire makes me go back to the drawing board. But after stumbling on your post and reading it, I am more curios and determined than ever!
Your profile inspires me. Hope you dnt mind my lashing on to you with questions? cos I will from now on! Thanks for the great info and yes, a course from you is in order.

Now I have to go back and make use of this information.

Originally Posted by sparro

There are so many ways to market for B2B I have seen companies build portfolios of 10,000 merchants plus in less than 3 yrs. These tips are really just common sense and just the "tip" of the iceburg.

As far as a course is concerned, I would have to see many requests from you guys. If you guys are interested then get your friends to this post and let me know.

I come from the Payments Industry and consult large companies to sell their assets for them. I owned one of these companies for ten years and built a portfolio of merchants from 0 to 7,000 and sold it for many times it's annual earnings. The techniques that I offer MUST work because my reputation depends on it. I can't have a multi-million dollar company do a search in google and find a method that my name is attached to that they know is crap.

I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it.

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celestrist 13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it.

Can't wait to check out your technique.
What sense do you need
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Vrs

13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

There are so many ways to market for B2B I have seen companies build portfolios of 10,000 merchants plus in less than 3 yrs. These tips are really just common sense and just the "tip" of the iceburg.

As far as a course is concerned, I would have to see many requests from you guys. If you guys are interested then get your friends to this post and let me know.

I come from the Payments Industry and consult large companies to sell their assets for them. I owned one of these companies for ten years and built a portfolio of merchants from 0 to 7,000 and sold it for many times it's annual earnings. The techniques that I offer MUST work because my reputation depends on it. I can't have a multi-million dollar company do a search in google and find a method that my name is attached to that they know is crap.

I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it.

Isn't life changing a good enough reason? And congrat's on the sale of your portfolio. If it was in merchant services I know you got a great buyout. Whatever multiple of 7,000 merchants would've been life changing right there!:rolleyes:

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greatzen 13 years ago

Hi, I would be very interested in learning more. Thanks for all of the tips so far!
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StarkContrast 13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it.

That phrase alone is gold. Look at how many people have requested her method just from that one sentence. What a tease!
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  Originally Posted by marhamat
  
  That phrase alone is gold. Look at how many people have requested her method just from that one sentence. What a tease!
  
  Yes and I followed through with a real method. Check Sig..... The response has been huge...... Not a tease, this time
  
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Eyetrap

13 years ago

Our local chamber of commerce has a new member list of people that have joined this year...sometimes means they're new businesses.

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jaywebdev

13 years ago

Be very consistent + Use your brain and be creative

I like this and I agree with what you say. Having this character will surely help us in maintaining the trust of our client. Thanks for this post! A good reminder!

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bobbobson

13 years ago

Linkedin can be an absolute beast for this kind of marketing, but you have to know what you're doing.

Think about it this way. When you hurt your back, why do you go and talk to a chiropractor? Generally because they have a reputation for being knowledgeable at the very subject that matters to you at that moment in time. Did you go to college with them? No. Did you see their certificates? No. They could be any old Joe schmoe and you're letting them crack your spine about.

Why?

Because they're an authority figure in the niche they're in. We assume that they know what they're talking about. You can do the same, but it takes work. Get yourself on linkedin, connect with people, share knowledge and become an authority figure. Then people will want to work with you, instead of the other way around.

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Michael Clough

13 years ago

3 things that I do:

1. Join your local Chamber
2. Befriend an accountant and/or book-keeper
3. FB Fan Page

@sparro.......great info!! I used to do that in the Payroll business

Thanks very much!

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bobbobson 13 years ago

Originally Posted by Rowdy Yates

3 things that I do:

1. Join your local Chamber
2. Befriend an accountant and/or book-keeper
3. LinkedIn / FB Fan Page

For me, number two was when I saw HUGE increases in exposure (local accountant for me)

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Gero

13 years ago

I love this, thank you sparro!

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Richard Groom

13 years ago

that's some great advice, i will definately try and apply some of this! thanks!

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nutan s patidar 13 years ago

Great Advice. thanks
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JammieWilliam

13 years ago

thanks for sharing this good stuff. Great advice, superb idea. I will try your tips.

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Noel 100K

13 years ago

I simply walk in a store while I am on my break and ask what they do on the internet. My closing rate is 50%

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P1 13 years ago

Originally Posted by Noel 100K

I simply walk in a store while I am on my break and ask what they do on the internet. My closing rate is 50%

What type of business? seems impossible to close 50%.
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MWGrubb58

13 years ago

Getting clients is NOT hard. The biggest challenge is believing that it is easy!

Really.

When you get right down to it, people are people. Business owners are no different.

These business owners are thinking about their families, paying the lease, helping their aching back, etc. If you treat these business owners as a friend and get into conversations with them, you can find out what is bothering them. THEN, when you offer a simple solution and the owners REACT, then you have some ground to stand on.

Yeah, this sounds simplistic, and yeah, there are some details to fill in... but in a nutshell, this is how to walk in and close a business owner.

One thing that boosts your response through the roof is going into a business where you know something about the business and you can just talk shop, i.e. talking golf at a pro shop.

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steve solo

13 years ago

Originally Posted by MWGrubb58

Getting clients is NOT hard. The biggest challenge is believing that it is easy!

Really.

When you get right down to it, people are people. Business owners are no different.

These business owners are thinking about their families, paying the lease, helping their aching back, etc. If you treat these business owners as a friend and get into conversations with them, you can find out what is bothering them. THEN, when you offer a simple solution and the owners REACT, then you have some ground to stand on.

Yeah, this sounds simplistic, and yeah, there are some details to fill in... but in a nutshell, this is how to walk in and close a business owner.

One thing that boosts your response through the roof is going into a business where you know something about the business and you can just talk shop, i.e. talking golf at a pro shop.

couldnt agree more,..thx for the info

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ykgforum 13 years ago

I am very impressed on your tips because i want start new business
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Michael Clough

13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

I have not made many posts to the forum however I do monitor for ideas or trends in the marketing approach to merchants. I am a glorified marketer to multi-million dollar businesses in the payments industry. We all begin the journey finding ways to get merchants to buy our services.

There are a few tips I can share here for those of you working to get clients

1. If you are just breaking into the offline business the best place to start is with new businesses. You can go to your local county seat and purchase a monthly Trade Name registry list. Sometimes they sell them online but some may be behind in updated technology. It's worth the effort to go and pick it up monthly. Why? Because new businesses know that competition is fierce and are willing to spend money to launch their business.

2. Once you land a few clients, find out who their venders are - You can contact these venders and tell them them you share a mutual client and would like to have a referral relationship. Referrals are very important to growing your offline business.

3. Be very consistent!! - Consistency will make you a success in your marketing what ever medium you are using. If you are emailing then set a daily goal and do it first thing daily. When I was training offline agents I could tell who was successful and who was not by how consistent their marking plan was.

4. Journal what you are doing. Don't leave everything to memory. It's not wise. You will be surprised at how easy it is to find what is working and what is a time consumer.

5. Finally - Use your brain and be creative. don't be afraid to try different strategies. I have come up with my best eureka moments by trying a new strategy and bumping into something that can be life changing on the way.

Well I hope these tips were helpful. Finding new clients can be a daunting task but remember the payoff for having a reoccurring monthly income stream. People pay top dollar and many multiples of monthly earnings for businesses like this. Keep at it and you will have a valuable asset in the end.

If I can assist you feel free to Pm..

Tara Houck

Tara....PM'd you regarding this:
"I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it."

Thanks.....Mike

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kmalikis

13 years ago

Hi Tara,
Great info...actually your comments were brief but hold a lot of weight.

A lot of people want to hear about your killer Linked In strategy.

On another note.... May I PM you I have an inquiry in regards to previous
Background?

Kamran

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mak25

13 years ago

Enjoyed reading your posts and advice Tara.

Would also be interested in knowing more about this:
"I have a killer LinkedIn technique that would be life changing for some of you but again, It has to make sense for me to create it."

Since I'm just starting out, knowing more about the use and techniques
of LinkedIn would be great.

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Mike

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sparro

13 years ago

Thanks to all of you. I spent the last 2 days writing the method down and contacting some of my successful offline contacts to get something together for you quickly. I assure you it will be a quality technique. I will let you all know when it's ready.

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thedealmaker 13 years ago

Hey sparro,

Thanks for taking the time to crank out some of your tactics for the members here, your kindness will be rewarded.
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sparro

13 years ago

Hey Will. Thanks for chiming in.

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sparro

13 years ago

Here's another tip: If you plan on having a broader market then your local town. Make sure you offer a free service upfront like a free video or Facebook Fanpage. Anything that won't take a bunch of time to create. This will open the door for communication. Plus, since you will not be having a face to face meeting, this gives them a chance to see your work. I know you probably heard this before but if you do this correctly you should get a new client everytime!

Update: ebook should be complete by beginning of week. I am deciding on whether to use videos or not to explain the steps. More updates to come...

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sparro

13 years ago

Videos are almost compete thanks to Will. Getting really excited because I know it will be a breath of fresh air to so many here. Please tell your friends on here to visit and follow this post for pre-launch updates.

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sparro

13 years ago

Another Tip: Find a local competitor of yours that is established and work a referral deal with them. If their expertise is website design and yours is SMS mobile marketing then refer the web design to them. You will gain way more in referrals and have more time to market your main product. Referrals are really important and can be life changing for your business.

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Adrian John

13 years ago

Thanks for the tip. Very useful
But how do you contact them? What should is say if i was to send them an email? I do custom mobile websites designs everyday and this kind of partnership would really increase my profits.
I don't live in US and that could be a problem but i have US Toll Free phone number and all the possible way to communicate with my partners and this kind of partnerships are taking place everyday right?
How can i get such partnerships? How can i build some trust with them?

I'm waiting for your linked in methods too

Originally Posted by sparro

Another Tip: Find a local competitor of yours that is established and work a referral deal with them. If their expertise is website design and yours is SMS mobile marketing then refer the web design to them. You will gain way more in referrals and have more time to market your main product. Referrals are really important and can be life changing for your business.

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Aemilia

13 years ago

I am very interested in finding answers to this questions you just raised here Banditu. Especially the aspect of communication and building trust. it is very crucial to any business.
I am eager to know.

Originally Posted by banditu

Thanks for the tip. Very useful
But how do you contact them? What should is say if i was to send them an email? I do custom mobile websites designs everyday and this kind of partnership would really increase my profits.
I don't live in US and that could be a problem but i have US Toll Free phone number and all the possible way to communicate with my partners and this kind of partnerships are taking place everyday right?
How can i get such partnerships? How can i build some trust with them?

I'm waiting for your linked in methods too

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JR Rich

13 years ago

Originally Posted by banditu

Thanks for the tip. Very useful
But how do you contact them? What should is say if i was to send them an email? I do custom mobile websites designs everyday and this kind of partnership would really increase my profits.
I don't live in US and that could be a problem but i have US Toll Free phone number and all the possible way to communicate with my partners and this kind of partnerships are taking place everyday right?
How can i get such partnerships? How can i build some trust with them?

I'm waiting for your linked in methods too

The biggest mistake that I see when people send an email to business owners is "Too much information!" They try and sell their services from that very first email.

Your first-contact email's goal should always be to get that prospective client to call you for more info -- NOT to try and sell them something! Business owners are people too, don't 'ya know, and will be resistant to blatant sales attempts just like everybody else.

Develop relationships first. If you can get them to call YOU for more info, you're halfway to having a solid client under your belt.

And, for God's sake, DO use videos in your emails to give yourself some credibility! Otherwise, you're just another spam message!

Two cents.

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Aemilia

13 years ago

Originally Posted by banditu

Thanks for the tip. Very useful
But how do you contact them? What should is say if i was to send them an email? I do custom mobile websites designs everyday and this kind of partnership would really increase my profits.
I don't live in US and that could be a problem but i have US Toll Free phone number and all the possible way to communicate with my partners and this kind of partnerships are taking place everyday right?
How can i get such partnerships? How can i build some trust with them?

I'm waiting for your linked in methods too

Originally Posted by JR Rich

The biggest mistake that I see when people send an email to business owners is "Too much information!" They try and sell their services from that very first email.

Your first-contact email's goal should always be to get that prospective client to call you for more info -- NOT to try and sell them something! Business owners are people too, don't 'ya know, and will be resistant to blatant sales attempts just like everybody else.

Develop relationships first. If you can get them to call YOU for more info, you're halfway to having a solid client under your belt.

And, for God's sake, DO use videos in your emails to give yourself some credibility! Otherwise, you're just another spam message!

Two cents.

--JR Rich

Thanks JR Rich, I get your point, but I have a problem making videos. I like to give talks and do so regularly. Its easy for me because its done live. But I just realised I really have a problem making a video for email purposes. Can you direct me on that?
I have gotten responses to initial emails I send but flop when it comes to following up and sending them the required info in a video.

Any guide will be appreciated on this.

Benny.

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by benedicta

Thanks JR Rich, I get your point, but I have a problem making videos. I like to give talks and do so regularly. Its easy for me because its done live. But I just realised I really have a problem making a video for email purposes. Can you direct me on that?
I have gotten responses to initial emails I send but flop when it comes to following up and sending them the required info in a video.

Any guide will be appreciated on this.

Benny.

Benny,
Don't let this video 'thing' become a roadblock for you. All you're trying to do here is to 'Wow' your prospective client a bit to give yourself some credibility. The easiest way to do that is to sign-up for a one month membership to Animoto Pro ($40) and whip-out a few simple videos that describe what it is that your business entails.

Write a simple script that lists bullet points - maybe 10-15 - that are short and to-the-point. Get some stock photos (high res are best) from istockphoto or fotolia that fit the bullet points. Pick some music from Animoto's huge music library and you're good to go!

Keep the video to 90 seconds or less - you'll lose their attention if you make them longer.

The point is to get them to call you to learn more...not to sell them! An important point.

Also, when you get them on the phone, don't offer everything in the universe to them. Keep your offerings simple at first and then build on them later. Personally, I like to get an email list going for them. It's easy to do and the client can see immediate results.

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Aemilia

13 years ago

Originally Posted by JR Rich

Benny,
Don't let this video 'thing' become a roadblock for you. All you're trying to do here is to 'Wow' your prospective client a bit to give yourself some credibility. The easiest way to do that is to sign-up for a one month membership to Animoto Pro ($40) and whip-out a few simple videos that describe what it is that your business entails.

Write a simple script that lists bullet points - maybe 10-15 - that are short and to-the-point. Get some stock photos (high res are best) from istockphoto or fotolia that fit the bullet points. Pick some music from Animoto's huge music library and you're good to go!

Keep the video to 90 seconds or less - you'll lose their attention if you make them longer.

The point is to get them to call you to learn more...not to sell them! An important point.

Also, when you get them on the phone, don't offer everything in the universe to them. Keep your offerings simple at first and then build on them later. Personally, I like to get an email list going for them. It's easy to do and the client can see immediate results.

Best,
--JR Rich

Thanks for the tips and resources JR Rich,
I really appreciate it and will implement it immediately.
A question (maybe too stupid

but I have to ask)
how do i avoid getting my mails caught in their spam box with a link attached? I don't use graphics as a rule.

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JR Rich

13 years ago

Originally Posted by benedicta

Thanks for the tips and resources JR Rich,
I really appreciate it and will implement it immediately.
A question (maybe too stupid

but I have to ask)
how do i avoid getting my mails caught in their spam box with a link attached? I don't use graphics as a rule.

Thanks!

Benny

Benny,

Avoiding getting your emails dropped into some spam filter is a never-ending quest for Internet Marketers. The presence of a link doesn't really affect this issue one way or another - Amazon sends them all the time remember!

You DO have to avoid having the email read like a spam message...

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...and the like are certain to get you sandboxed.

Just try and make your email sound professional and short. Spark the interest and include your intro video.

Speaking of videos, here's a link to a video I will be including in an upcoming WSO that I'm currently working on. This may give you a few ideas.

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by banditu

Thanks for the tip. Very useful
But how do you contact them? What should is say if i was to send them an email? I do custom mobile websites designs everyday and this kind of partnership would really increase my profits.
I don't live in US and that could be a problem but i have US Toll Free phone number and all the possible way to communicate with my partners and this kind of partnerships are taking place everyday right?
How can i get such partnerships? How can i build some trust with them?

I'm waiting for your linked in methods too

I am assuming your main market is in the US from your response above and this pertains to getting referral partners. First, decide what service other than your main service offering is requested most by your clients. If it's website design, for example, send an email that is really personal asking if they are currently referring to a partner. Be sure to mention in the email that you get lots of requests and currently your outsourcing it to freelancer or elance. Also ask what they feel would be a fair referral fee etc.

If any of you would like to ask me questions my skype is tara.houck

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

Another Tip: Find a local competitor of yours that is established and work a referral deal with them. If their expertise is website design and yours is SMS mobile marketing then refer the web design to them.

Hi Sparrow great post. 1 question... What do you mean when you say refer the web design to them? should it not be the other way and refer the SMS mobile marketing to them i'm really interested in this i don't want to do it online.

So lets say for example i sell cookies and i refer some customers to my loacl bakery or whatever would i then have to go over to them and ask to refer my business to his customers is this how that works? i'm confused sorry.

But again great post looking forward to your book.

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by ctadvert

Hi Sparrow great post. 1 question... What do you mean when you say refer the web design to them? should it not be the other way and refer the SMS mobile marketing to them i'm really interested in this i don't want to do it online.

So lets say for example i sell cookies and i refer some customers to my loacl bakery or whatever would i then have to go over to them and ask to refer my business to his customers is this how that works? i'm confused sorry.

But again great post looking forward to your book.

You want to find a competitor that sells something internet related but focuses on something that you are currently outsourcing. So if your main push is Mobile Websites and their focus is Google Places listings then call them ask if they would be interested in receiving Google Places requests from your clients. You ask them to refer you their Mobile Website requests.

I hope that clears it up a bit.

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YasirYar 13 years ago

That's a great idea. People very easily get caught up in the cycle of trying to beat their competition and end up overlooking the possibility of collaborating with them. A successful business does not necessarily have to be an aggressive one, but it takes some foresight and planning to be able to identify these opportunities when they come along. Thanks for the great tips
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  Solid advice OP. Thanks and looking forward to your report.
  
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13 years ago

MWGrubb58: I'm with you on getting clients. Way to many people are over thinking this part.

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13 years ago

Hi Sparro,

I am very interested in the methods you talked about here. Thanks for posting the information you have in this thread. It is much appreciated.

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13 years ago

Awesome, thanks for the tips!

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13 years ago

sparro, thanks for all the great posts, very helpfull for newbies like myself,..

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Originally Posted by steve solo

sparro, thanks for all the great posts, very helpfull for newbies like myself,..

Really glad I can help...
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  TIP: Drive around an area and look for "Grand Opening" or "Coming Soon" signs. Stop in and see if the owner is in. They usually are. It makes a great impression when you stop in cold but it also takes some courage.
  
  While you are at the strip mall go to the other stores surrounding the Grand Opening and tell them you where just at an appointment next door so you decided to stop.
  
  I know this may sound rudimentary to some of you but these are methods that offline marketers and agents have used to make a great living and get things rolling.
  
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Aemilia

13 years ago

You have galvanised me into action JR Rich!!!

Thanks and the video sure gave me ideas.

I am really grateful!
I will sure fill you in on my progress.
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13 years ago

Originally Posted by benedicta

You have galvanised me into action JR Rich!!!

Thanks and the video sure gave me ideas.

I am really grateful!
I will sure fill you in on my progress.
Thanks!

Benny.

Benny,

You're quite welcome. Just be sure to focus and persevere. Keep away from the "Shiny Object Syndrome" and keep contacting prospective clients until you have all the clients you can safely handle...

Then, outsource everything!

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Aemilia

13 years ago

Originally Posted by JR Rich

Benny,

You're quite welcome. Just be sure to focus and persevere. Keep away from the "Shiny Object Syndrome" and keep contacting prospective clients until you have all the clients you can safely handle...

Then, outsource everything!

Best,
--JR Rich

You can say that again about the "Shiny Object Syndrome" I have had my fair share such that am so wary now!
And Outsourcing, yeap, that is the target!

About your video, it raised some questions for me (I know you are still working on it

) that I feel may also be raised by your prospective clients (depending on your target audience.) The Intro is captivating......

The questions:
I already have a website.... so?
How is this different from what I currently have.....so?
How will this affect my monthly expenditure?

Just my thoughts.....

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JR Rich

13 years ago

Originally Posted by benedicta

You can say that again about the "Shiny Object Syndrome" I have had my fair share such that am so wary now!
And Outsourcing, yeap, that is the target!

About your video, it raised some questions for me (I know you are still working on it

) that I feel may also be raised by your prospective clients (depending on your target audience.) The Intro is captivating......

The questions:
I already have a website.... so?
How is this different from what I currently have.....so?
How will this affect my monthly expenditure?

Just my thoughts.....

Thanks again!

Benny.

Benny,

Yes, the video brings up questions in the clients' mind - precisely what we want! Those questions impel them to call you for clarification, wouldn't you say? Isn't that exactly what we want them to do?

A prospective client who calls you up looking for clarification is an interested client! They wouldn't be calling if they didn't care about what you have to offer.

They're biting on your bait. This is a good thing!

Best,
--JR Rich

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Aemilia

13 years ago

Originally Posted by JR Rich

Benny,

Yes, the video brings up questions in the clients' mind - precisely what we want! Those questions impel them to call you for clarification, wouldn't you say? Isn't that exactly what we want them to do?

A prospective client who calls you up looking for clarification is an interested client! They wouldn't be calling if they didn't care about what you have to offer.

They're biting on your bait. This is a good thing!

Best,
--JR Rich

The Perfect hook!!!!
And that is exactly what we want off course!
Am off to get my video done.

Thanks for the tips again.

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by JR Rich

Benny,

Yes, the video brings up questions in the clients' mind - precisely what we want! Those questions impel them to call you for clarification, wouldn't you say? Isn't that exactly what we want them to do?

A prospective client who calls you up looking for clarification is an interested client! They wouldn't be calling if they didn't care about what you have to offer.

They're biting on your bait. This is a good thing!

Best,
--JR Rich

Jr Rich,

Thank you for contributing here. I think your method is the best method to get any kind of response for emailing cold clients.

Tip: Record a video message like Jr Rich suggests and at the end offer a free service to the first business that responds. CC all the other businesses in that area on your list. This increases urgency along with the power of the video message.

Good Input JR!

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13 years ago

My best tip for getting clients is to find or start a networking group, You become the expert and if your products are top notch, you'll get lots of referrals. Considering the cost of a website and local search optimization (my primary services), the time is well spent! I attend a weekly meeting at a local restaurant and the only cost is lunch. I have closed several deals and have several more in the works.

I'm looking forward to the LinkedIn report as that's an area I haven't fully tapped into yet.

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13 years ago

Good stuff from all of you and especially JR Rich. I recently signed up with a company that does Video eMail Marketing and it' fabulous.

It never get's sent to junk or spam. It has "me" in the videos, which my customers love!

I don't think I'm supposed to post any links here, so I won't. If anyone wants the info please PM me......

I just sent some to my Chamber members, and they thought it was great. Also, they ALL were opened

Mike

PS.....this is not a sales pitch ~ just trying to be helpful

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by Rowdy Yates

Good stuff from all of you and especially JR Rich. I recently signed up with a company that does Video eMail Marketing and it' fabulous.

It never get's sent to junk or spam. It has "me" in the videos, which my customers love!

I don't think I'm supposed to post any links here, so I won't. If anyone wants the info please PM me......

I just sent some to my Chamber members, and they thought it was great. Also, they ALL were opened

Mike

PS.....this is not a sales pitch ~ just trying to be helpful

Hey Rowdy,

Thanks for the advice. I'm interested in the info on video marketing but I don't have enough posts to PM.
Can you send any info to greatzen at hotmail?

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kmalikis

13 years ago

Tara,

I wanted to ask you a question or two about your payment processing background. I'm sure you would have the answer to the question i want to ask. May i PM you?

Kamran

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by kmalikis

Tara,

I wanted to ask you a question or two about your payment processing background. I'm sure you would have the answer to the question i want to ask. May i PM you?

Kamran

You can Skype me as well tara.houck

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13 years ago

I going to try to buy a list from the county today

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MoLoSoMar

13 years ago

Nice post Sparro. Great information. I used to use the new business lists in the past and hadn't really done anything about using it for my offline consulting. I will now. Thanks for the inspiration.

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DuncanCox

13 years ago

I have my small photography business in UK. I tried every thing like websites and SEO but still I am not getting any business. Have you any suggestion regarding me?

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JR Rich

13 years ago

Originally Posted by DuncanCox

I have my small photography business in UK. I tried every thing like websites and SEO but still I am not getting any business. Have you any suggestion regarding me?

Duncan,

I read recently of a woman who was simply walking into local businesses at random and offering to take high-res photos of their business & employees.

I understand she was pulling-in consistent $100 days doing this.

YMMV

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Aemilia

13 years ago

In addition to JR Rich's suggestion, you can make them understand the importance of having a photo of their business in their web pages and google listing. (especially google listing as it gives their business more exposure)

You can start by finding out through conversation if they have a website, then offer to give them photos for a small discount.

If they do not have a website and you do not have skills on websites and google listings, pm me and we can take this further.

I just realised your posts is low so you cant PM yet, add me on skype and we can talk.

Regards,
Benny.

Originally Posted by JR Rich

Duncan,

I read recently of a woman who was simply walking into local businesses at random and offering to take high-res photos of their business & employees.

I understand she was pulling-in consistent $100 days doing this.

YMMV

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Mac the Knife

13 years ago

Duncan, re: Photography...do you have a local Chamber of Commerce? Offer to take pics at events...give everyone you take a picture of your business card...and get one of theirs...you can put the pics up online and they can then pay to purchase them...this ALONE will make you great money but if you handle those folks appropriately (even those who DON'T buy) you can create an endless stream of prospects and clients from this one idea alone. Good luck!

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pursley56

13 years ago

Thanks for the tips. I will use them. I think offline marketing is more effective then online or it can be effective using both depending on your own effort.

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sammytoga

13 years ago

I agree that it is a great idea to look for new businesses. You can offer many more services than just SEO, like Web design, Google Places, etc. Plus they don't have any bad PR yet because they are now.

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addison.agnote

13 years ago

Yes I agree that consistency is the key to success whether you are in an online or offline business.

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13 years ago

Well all. The time has arrived.

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Aemilia

13 years ago

Hi Sparro,
Thanks you so much for starting this thread. I have learnt a ton.
Can I contact you on skype?
I need your advice on some issues.
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13 years ago

sure. I am still up.......

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13 years ago

Originally Posted by sparro

sure. I am still up.......

Thanks, adding you now.

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13 years ago

[UPDATE] Tip - Another way to use LinkedIn is to search jobs posting that are looking for inhouse people to do what you offer. Ask them if they are interested in doing work on a consulting basis. Show them how there is a cost savings compared to hiring an employee and paying salary, taxes, insurance and benefits etc....

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garyfromdurham

13 years ago

HI Sparro

Great tips and I like the way you are looking at creative ways to contact businesses.

I have to confess that I have zero success with Linkedin and know of other businesses who are not impressed with the results so it is interesting to see what other people think of it.

Unless I missed it in the thread I would suggest that anybody trying to reach an offline audience not dismiss direct mail.

Almost all of my business is done sending letters out and it is very effective if done right.

Like you said, it is important to be creative and take action.

Well done

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by garyfromdurham

HI Sparro

Great tips and I like the way you are looking at creative ways to contact businesses.

I have to confess that I have zero success with Linkedin and know of other businesses who are not impressed with the results so it is interesting to see what other people think of it.

LinkedIn is just a resource, And a huge one. You have to know how to use it, You have to use their information and Concept to your benefit. People who say they are not having success are not using it properly. There is a trick to it.

Direct Mail will also work as you stated if you know how to use copy that gets them to pick up the phone or go to your website.

Once you master a marketing technique in any form You have an advantage over your competitors.

I tell you that you can get a consistent 40% response rate from LinkedIN no joke so to me that makes it the KING!

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13 years ago

Aswsome insight and information, sparro. Thanks for posting.

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by tuscan

Aswsome insight and information, sparro. Thanks for posting.

Sure Tuscan, Glad it helps. I would love to hear some result reports from you guys. Again, If you guys have any questions regarding any of these methods especially about using LinkedIn then ask away...

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sparro 13 years ago

New Tip: If you have an email list for clients write "LinkedIn - " (remove quotes) then your message on the subject line and test to see if you get a better response rate.
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kmalikis

13 years ago

Tara, may i ask you a question via PM? its regarding the payment processing industry/business?

P.S. i bought your LinkedIn WSO...just updating my LI profile today.

Kamran

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by kmalikis

Tara, may i ask you a question via PM? its regarding the payment processing industry/business?

P.S. i bought your LinkedIn WSO...just updating my LI profile today.

Kamran

Sure Kamran, You can pm me and thank you for the purchase.

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davidfreedavidfree

Banned 13 years ago

Thanks very much for sharing.

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traineeship

13 years ago

That was very useful and inspiring, thanks for sharing tips.

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sparro 13 years ago

Tip:This is not new but a reminder that forums ARE a great place to find clients. You have to dig a bit deeper for business owner forums but they are there if you do a bit of research. Type in the search

plumbers "forums"

And you will find forums like this one but with plumbers. Start a thread like I did here and place your sig link. This will get you responses..
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Cary@GPSeoOptimization

13 years ago

Today is my first day reading to get ideas from Warrior Forum. I thank you for your advise. It is good to learn from online marketer that have experience. Any tips how to ask clients for referral?

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mr2monster

13 years ago

Good advice..

A lot of people overlook the importance of consistency.

I heard somewhere that it takes an average of 7 contacts for someone to buy something from you. So, I keep that in mind when designing a sales funnel.

It's just like the online world (only more effective). You know, all those list owners bombarding their lists with emails..... it's because it works.

I generally farm a list of leads (whether that's google, facebook, local chamber, corporation commission, etc. etc. etc. I get a list).

Then I weed out all the people that my service doesn't fit with. I target the clients that I WANT.

Then I find a way to add some value to their business for free.. I don't have a universal freebie or anything. I've even tried just calling up a business and saying to them point blank "I'd like to work with your company, I think what I have to offer would be a great fit for you. What is your most pressing need right now, and how can I help solve it?"

That particular client turned into a very long lasting client for me, and the help that I provided wasn't even related to the service i was selling. He was just happy that I gave him something that he really needed. It took me all of 2 hours to do and I've reaped the rewards for a very long time now.

Anyway, back on track, I find something that I can offer them that they value.

Once I do that, I put them into a follow-up funnel (this is where consistency comes in). I mail them, I drop stuff off, I call them just to check on how they're doing, I send them emails, I do everything I can to contact them at least 7 times (many times, more).

Then, I ask if we can do business...

It's not easy work, but it sure does make life a whole lot easier.

Keep in mind that the important part of this equation, the thing that will keep you from spinning your wheels and wasting your time, is to WEED OUT THE PEOPLE THAT YOU DON'T WANT TO WORK WITH and only focus on the ones you do!

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TomHa

13 years ago

Originally Posted by mr2monster

Good advice..

I generally farm a list of leads (whether that's google, facebook, local chamber, corporation commission, etc. etc. etc. I get a list).

Then I weed out all the people that my service doesn't fit with. I target the clients that I WANT.

I've been working on building a leads list today but it is taking a long time (a combination of a chamber of commerce site and searching on Google). Putting together just 100 leads (my goal for this weekend) has taken a few hours. Is there a better / faster to track down leads?

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mr2monster

13 years ago

Originally Posted by TomHa

I've been working on building a leads list today but it is taking a long time (a combination of a chamber of commerce site and searching on Google). Putting together just 100 leads (my goal for this weekend) has taken a few hours. Is there a better / faster to track down leads?

Well, i generally buy a list from my local corporation commission rather than trying to input all their stuff from online.

The chamber of commerce should have a similar list, many times for free..

That will get you well over 100 just in those two.

*hint* you're going to have to probably call them, they don't make it easy to find online.

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by TomHa

I've been working on building a leads list today but it is taking a long time (a combination of a chamber of commerce site and searching on Google). Putting together just 100 leads (my goal for this weekend) has taken a few hours. Is there a better / faster to track down leads?

It is much easier to build your list ON Linkedin. Tip for LinkedIN: Join Groups then send each group member a General question like:

"Does this group have good posts or is it spammy"

Something like that. You could also ask a question relating to where the member is located....is it nice there? etc...

When they reply immediately invite them to be a contact.

Works every time!

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angmoore

13 years ago

Thanks Tara. I subscribe to a local business paper that announces new business and was thinking of approaching those businesses. I was thinking of sending them a card congratulating them on opening up their own business, an idea I have yet to put into action :s

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by angmoore

Thanks Tara. I subscribe to a local business paper that announces new business and was thinking of approaching those businesses. I was thinking of sending them a card congratulating them on opening up their own business, an idea I have yet to put into action :s

You would be better off calling them and saving the money if you have their phone number. If not then sending them a postcard would suffice. Back in the day I used to drive to the address unannounced!

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Patricia Sphar

13 years ago

I purchased LinkedInConfidential (I also have LinkedInFish) and have watched all the videos and read all the pdfs--took a while! OUTSTANDING VALUE!! If you want to create a solid networking system with LinkedIn, you need this product from Tara. Lots of detail, lots of out-of-the-box thinking, lots of creativity to make this work! This is totally white-hat, professional level stuff, but easy enough for a newbie to do. This is the crown jewel of marketing online, period!

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sparro

13 years ago

Originally Posted by Patricia Sphar

I purchased LinkedInConfidential (I also have LinkedInFish) and have watched all the videos and read all the pdfs--took a while! OUTSTANDING VALUE!! If you want to create a solid networking system with LinkedIn, you need this product from Tara. Lots of detail, lots of out-of-the-box thinking, lots of creativity to make this work! This is totally white-hat, professional level stuff, but easy enough for a newbie to do. This is the crown jewel of marketing online, period!

Wow Patricia, Thanks for this. You are very nice.

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sparro 12 years ago

It's been quite awhile since I have been here to this thread to post some new tips as I have been extremely busy with my JV brokering services. So I thought I would treat you to a new tip for getting your foot in the door with many niche clients in your area.

I started doing this awhile back for fun and some extra cash and it works like a dream.

I go to expired domain sites like justdropped.com and enter a town or preferably city and find a local keyword domain like:

Baltimoredentist.com
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Lawncareindenver.com

I check in google keyword tool (I find the easiest and free) to see that the local search traffic is greater than >50. If it is I snap it up.

Now here is where the fun starts. I place it up for auction and send emails to all the "Dentists" for example. I tell them I have contacted every dentist in a 10 mile radius and informed them of the auction.

I set a minimum bid at $25 and watch them fight over it.

Then I contact the runners up and apologize to them that they did not win but offer to look for more domains for them if it will send them traffic and ask them to send me the criteria for what they are looking for.

If they respond, CALL THEM and begin a relationship. They are more receptive to taking your call and your proverbial foot is in the door.

You will receive 1 - 5 replies and I have sold the domains for over $200. Either way you end up with a profit and several leads...

Again, it's all about being creative and getting over the " I don't know you" hump. Now you have something to talk about...

BTW: Don't make a wso out of this method or someone will call it out anyway!

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Matt Broody

13 years ago

Thank you for sharing this

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stoaf88

12 years ago

Where do you place it for auction?

Also are you contacting dentists from linkedin or from their websites?

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omurchu

12 years ago

Tara:

Here's an idea . You can do a search in Places for the domain target market (dentist Baltimore) Click on the map that comes up. Then click on the small orange dots - the ones without the letters. A lot of these in certain niches will indicate that the business at that address has no website. If you contact them re the auction, you can contact the losing auction bidders and you would know that they need a website

Now what would be the best way to contact them as you cannot get an email address from that data? Maybe you could snail mail them?

Frank

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sparro

12 years ago

Originally Posted by stoaf88

Where do you place it for auction?

Also are you contacting dentists from linkedin or from their websites?

You can do a private auction asking them to send their highest bid or use one of the auction sites for domains and send them to the link

You do a search in Google for the niche. I also look in linkedin and Manta and message them

Originally Posted by omurchu

Tara:

Here's an idea . You can do a search in Places for the domain target market (dentist Baltimore) Click on the map that comes up. Then click on the small orange dots - the ones without the letters. A lot of these in certain niches will indicate that the business at that address has no website. If you contact them re the auction, you can contact the losing auction bidders and you would know that they need a website

Now what would be the best way to contact them as you cannot get an email address from that data? Maybe you could snail mail them?

Frank

use google search to find the email addresses. Also include all that are advertising for the term in Adwords

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sparro 12 years ago

This is a persuasion tactic that can work for many service offerings. The concept plays on a desire to win or have what thy neighbor can't have.

They tend to get swept away in the process and they don't want a competitor to get it.
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Bizdeal

12 years ago

Thanks for the post and the followups. It has provided lots of good ideas and generated a rich exchange of experiences.

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sparro 12 years ago

Originally Posted by Bizdeal

Thanks for the post and the followups. It has provided lots of good ideas and generated a rich exchange of experiences.

Sure Bizdeal. Not enough people discuss actual methods.

If anyone else has a method. Don't be afraid to put a case study here...

Case studies are lacking here at the forum
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virtualconsultant

12 years ago

I have been fortunate or skillful enough to get my clients in unusual manner on quite a few occasions.

Apart from proven ways based online promotion, local promotion also works fine for some particular services.

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sparro

12 years ago

Originally Posted by virtualconsultant

I have been fortunate or skillful enough to get my clients in unusual manner on quite a few occasions.

Apart from proven ways based online promotion, local promotion also works fine for some particular services.

Why not share one of your methods that work so people can benefit.

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zharfan

12 years ago

thanks for sharing new knowledge

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sparro 12 years ago

Originally Posted by zharfan

thanks for sharing new knowledge

Sure Zharfan, If anyone has any questions just shoot.....
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Adamwood

12 years ago

Thanks for the advice.. I will keep it in my mind. I hope it will work for me too.

Adam.

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