Create an incentive for referrals. Offer a discount or a high-quality downloadable product to encourage customers to take the time and energy to make a referral. By offering more value, you'll build an even deeper relationship with your current customers.
Use personalized email marketing to reach out to your current customers for referrals.
If someone says “no,” politely thank them for their time and ask for a referral. Even if they aren’t interested, they might have a partner who might be. Don’t be afraid to ask.
The digital sphere is a great way to ask for referrals because you can incentivize with content and you can follow up with digital methods, such as email and social media. Some businesses also find it less intimidating to ask for referrals (or recommend others) through digital marketing methods. But don’t stay behind the screen. Get in the front row and your business will be rewarded tenfold! It’s time to grow the party.
5. Conclusion
The more leads you generate, the more customers you have on your list and the more sales democratic donor email list you can make. Your lead volume has a direct and proportional impact on your revenue. So lead generation is essential for success.
However, B2B marketing strategies are a bit more complex in the sense that you will be advertising to companies through their employees rather than going directly to the consumer. This can make the process feel a bit more complicated and overwhelming.
But not if you think of B2B lead generation as a party! If you want to host a successful party, you need to
Make the party open to participation, but include an exclusive room to attract interest.
Don't try to see everyone, but instead focus on a few key guests or social platforms.
Invite your friends' friends to the party.