Leads
how are yall getting leads
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I’m right there with you. Getting consistent leads is one of the biggest challenges when building a small business. I think the key is learning from others, testing different strategies, and finding what works best for your specific market. Word of mouth, networking, social media, and taking great care of every customer seem to be some of the biggest ways businesses grow. Hopefully we can all share ideas and help each other find what works.
I enjoyed reading your perspective. I'm curious, when you say you've been focusing on building relationships in your community, what does that look like for you on a typical week? Are you networking through local events, partnering with other businesses, getting involved in community organizations, or has it mostly grown through referrals? I'm always interested in hearing the practical side of what people are finding successful.
Thanks! For me, for a typical week it's a mix of things. I try to be active in my community by supporting local events, helping neighbors whenever I can, and building genuine relationships with my customers. I also rely heavily on word-of-mouth referrals because I believe great service speaks for itself. Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, and over time those relationships turn into repeat customers and new referrals. I'm always looking for new ways to get involved and would love to hear what's worked best for you as well! 😊
Thanks for sharing! It sounds like you've done a great job becoming part of your local community, and I can definitely see how that would naturally lead to referrals over time.
To answer your question, networking is actually an area I'm trying to improve. Most of my work has come through referrals and my online presence, so I'm starting to explore what intentional networking looks like. I'm curious whether people have found the most value in community events, Chamber meetings, industry associations, or simply building relationships with complementary businesses while still being authentic. It's one of the reasons I enjoy discussions like this. There's always something to learn from how others approach it.
I agree, networking is all about building real relationships. I’ve found that showing up consistently, supporting other local businesses, and being genuine goes a long way. A lot of opportunities come from simply getting to know people and building trust over time.