Should You Pay for Networking Referrals?

It constantly amazes me that the first place people turn to inspire people to refer them is financial reward, yet nobody has ever admitted to being motivated by such promises in any of my networking workshops. In this video Andy Lopata explores whether there is a role for referral fees in your word of mouth marketing strategy.

My personal code of ethics states: Never accept money for giving or receiving a referral. If I like them and trust them and they perform exceptional service, they go on my referral list.

If you decide to accept or pay others in your network for referrals, be sure you give full disclosure.

I do not recommend that you get started on that path.

Video: Copyright © 2012 – Andy Lopata.

Copyright © 2012 – Larry James. Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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Follow Up With Networkers Who Give You Referrals

In business networking there are several ways to talk about follow up. One is the kind of follow up you have with a client or customer once they become a referral or business lead. That is what the “Bonus Articles” listed below talk about. The other is how you follow up with people in your network who give you referrals.

In a recent blog post, “NEVER Give Referrals to Crazy People in Your Network,” I said: “It is a wise networker who reports back to the person who gave you a referral. I want that. I need a brief report. Give me a call or send me an e-mail to at least let me know that you have contacted them and whether or not the referral worked. If you don’t follow-up on a referred business lead within 24 hours you probably didn’t deserve to get the lead in the first place.”

If you want the relationship you have with others in your network to deepen and move to a another level, always follow up with the person who gave you a referral. People give referrals because they like you and trust you. People trust you more when you involve them in the whole referral process, whether you have given or received a referral. Communicate! Always make sure you follow up and give feedback, whether the referral is successful or not.

My friend, Andy Lopata, tells you how and why! Watch, “The importance of following up when you have received, or given referrals.”

Bonus Articles: Your Networking Fortune is in Your Follow-Up!
5 Ways to Use Follow Up to Achieve Results

Video: Copyright © 2012 – Andy Lopata.

Copyright © 2012 – Larry James. Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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International Networking Week® – February 6-10, 2012

Welcome to the 6th annual International Networking Week – February 6-10, 2012.

The goal of International Networking Week® is to celebrate the key role that networking plays in the development and success of businesses across the world. Simultaneous events will be held globally to celebrate International Networking Week.

The purpose of International Networking Week® is to raise the profile of networking in the wider community, recognising it as an essential tool for success in today’s business climate.

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Larry’s Note: Take some time this week and read at least one networking article each day. As of February 6, 2012 there are over 230 networking articles in the Networking Articles Index.

Video: Copyright © 2012 – Ivan Misner.

Copyright © 2012 – Larry James. Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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Susan RoAne Shares One of “The Secrets of Savvy Networking”

Susan RoAne (The Mingling Maven®), Guest Author

When it comes to networking, we’ve all unfortunately encountered people who believe that the simple act of meeting another person entitles them to ask that other person to share their contacts with them in order to try to drum up more referrals.

In this 3 minute video, Susan RoAne, my friend and networking expert who consistently puts out some of the most outstanding content on networking around, explains why anybody who believes that networking is an “entitlement program” (i.e., the type of people who meet you once and think you should share your contacts with them) is completely off track and will never get any referrals while operating under that perception.

The concept that networking is an “enrichment program” as opposed to an “entitlement program” is one of the fresh, powerhouse ideas unique to Susan’s latest book The Secrets of Savvy Networking. I encourage you to visit www.SecretsOfSavvyNetworking.com to learn about the book and visit Susan’s Website at: www.SusanRoAne.com for more information about Susan RoAne.

Copyright 2011 – Susan RoAne – Reprinted with permission. Susan RoAne is a speaker and author who has worked trade shows, conventions, planes, and the bleachers at Wrigley Field, and taught others to do the same. Her latest book, How to Create Your Own Luck: The You Never Know Approach to Networking, Taking Chances, and Opening Yourself to Opportunity, is out and her other books include How to Work a Room and The Secrets of Savvy Networking. To learn more call 415-239-2224. For further information: www.SusanRoAne.com, or e-mail @: Susan@SusanRoAne.com

Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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Elevator Speech – Your Branding Statement

Terri Murphy, Guest Author

Copyright © 2011 – Terri Murphy. Terri is the President of Terri Murphy Communications and Chief Information Officier of U. S. Learning in Memphis, TN. She is the founder of www.WomensWisdomNetwork.com, an online resource network for women in business. Terri’s expertise is consulting with companies, executives and associations on ways to create new relationships through cutting edge marketing and communication strategies. Visit Terri’s Website.

Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. Larry James presents networking seminars nationally and offers Networking coaching; one-on-one or for your Networking Group! His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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Why Attending Networking Events Won’t Change Your Business Overnight

Andy Lopata, Guest Author

UK Business Networking Strategist and author of “Recommended: How to sell through Referrals and Networking,” Andy Lopata, explains why simply attending as many networking events as possible can be counter-productive, and how best to get referrals from networking groups.

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Copyright © 2011 – Andy Lopata. Reprinted with permission. Labeled “Mr Network” by The Sun, Andy Lopata was called “one of Europe’s leading business networking strategists” by the Financial Times. The co-author of two books on networking, Andy is a featured columnist the US magazine “The National Networker,” as well as being regularly quoted in the national press. Previously, Andy was Managing Director of UK network Business Referral Exchange. Andy has since worked with companies from one-man bands to organisations such as NatWest Bank, Merrill Lynch and Mastercard to help them realise the full potential from their networking. He is a former vice-president of the Professional Speakers Association. Visit Andy’s Website and BLOG.

Larry James presents networking seminars nationally and offers Networking coaching; one-on-one or for your Networking Group! Invite Larry James to speak to your group! His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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The 3 “Rs” of Networking

Mark Jefferies, Guest Author

Copyright © 2011 – Mark Jeffries. Former Merrill Lynch stockbroker turned author and Keynote Speaker, Mark Jeffries, has become a trusted adviser and communications consultant to some of the world’s largest and most successful organizations. Visit Mark’s Website.

Larry James presents networking seminars nationally and offers Networking coaching; one-on-one or for your Networking Group! Invite Larry James to speak to your group! His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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The 3 Tenets of Savvy Networking

Susan RoAne, Guest Author

Copyright 2010 – Susan RoAne – Reprinted with permission. Susan RoAne is a speaker and author who has worked trade shows, conventions, planes, and the bleachers at Wrigley Field, and taught others to do the same. Her latest book, How to Create Your Own Luck: The You Never Know Approach to Networking, Taking Chances, and Opening Yourself to Opportunity, is out and her other books include How to Work a Room and The Secrets of Savvy Networking. To learn more call 415-239-2224. For further information: www.SusanRoAne.com, or e-mail @: Susan@SusanRoAne.com

Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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Bob Burg – Short Interview on Becoming a Better Receiver

Copyright © 2011 – Bob Burg. Bob Burg is author of “Endless Referrals: Network Your Everyday Contacts Into Sales” and “Winning Without Intimidation: How to Master the Art of Positive Persuasion,” both with over 100,000 copies sold. His newest booklet is “The Successs Formula.” He also publishes a free weekly eZINE newsletter. Visit Bob’s BLOG.

Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. He presents networking seminars nationally and “Networking” coaching by telephone or one-on-one. His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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BONUS Article: Do You Have an Effective “30 Second Connection?”

Here are a few specials (at special prices) especially for readers of my Networking HQ BLOG. To get these specials, click on the image of the special you want or call Dave’s office: 480-860-6100 today! Supply is limited.

Copyright © 2011 – Dave Sherman. Dave Sherman, The Networking Guy, has been teaching people how to master the fine art of networking for the past 13 years. He is the bestselling author of three books and the creator of the successful Networking Program. To find out how Dave can help you meet more people, do more business and MAKE MORE MONEY, visit his website at www.DaveShermanSpeaks.com or call him at 480-860-6100.

Larry James is a Professional Speaker, Author and Coach. Larry James presents networking seminars nationally and offers Networking coaching; one-on-one or for your Networking Group! Invite Larry James to speak to your group! His latest book is, Ten Commitments of Networking: Creative Ways to Maximize Your Personal Connections! Something NEW about Networking is posted on this Networking BLOG every 4th day! Visit Larry’s Networking Website at: “Networking HQ!”

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