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20 Opportunities to Grow a Client Relationship (Part 1)
Are your client relationships growing, staying the same, or shrinking?
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All for One: A brief Summary
A couple of years ago I was interviewing a CEO about his most trusted relationships with external service providers. In talking about one particular firm, he said, “They’ve built many strong relationships with our people, and they consistently add value. I know that we get the best that their firm has to offer. I really […]
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Working Effectively with Procurement
How can I build a relationship during the sales process if it's run by procurement?
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The Economics of Business Development
In a recession, it's essential to understand the basic math of business development
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Building Client Relationships In a Downturn
7 essential steps you can take to grow your business in 2009
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Winning a New Client When There Is an Incumbent
How do you break into a new client when a competitor already has a strong, existing relationship? You'll need patience, but there are proven strategies that can increase your chances of success.
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Are Conferences Worth It?
Business professionals spend huge amounts of time and money to attend or speak at conferences. But are they worth it? Under the right circumstances, they can be.
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Making Time for Relationships
I have my hands full just keeping up with my current clients and meeting short-term delivery pressures. How do I find the time to invest in long term relationship building?
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