As Bartercard is a membership based network, all Members have an obligation to encourage other businesses to participate. A large network with a variety of businesses selling products and services is beneficial to all Members. To grow the Bartercard network, Bartercard organize a variety of monthly networking functions. These functions provide a forum where Bartercard Members are able to network with each other and build invaluable business relationships. A large amount of cash referral business may be generated through having good Bartercard business contacts.
Necessary tools
• Business cards/promotional flyers to hand out at functions
• Social skills
Strategies
Ascertain from your Bartercard Trade Co-ordinator (Account Manager) the dates of all possible networking functions and diaries
Ask a business associate to attend a function with you
Attend the monthly functions; while there, collect business cards and build business relationships
Offer to co-ordinate a business function at your premises or sponsor an event to deliver your brand’s message
Maintain a proactive deal-making mindset by focusing on what can be done, not what can’t be done!
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