Do you count word of mouth (WoM) or referrals as an important source of new customers for your business?
Most of us do, though of course it is unlikely to be your only source of customers, clients or patients. But here is the $64,000 dollar question: Are you making the most of this important source?
I am constantly surprised by the number of people who quote word of mouth advertising as being important, but who have no system whatsoever for capturing or maximizing it.
Now it will obviously depend on your business how you go about this but you presumably have satisfied customers?
You can of course just leave it to chance, but surely it is worth making the effort to ensure you capture as many good prospects as possible, and this is likely to be one of the most cost effective marketing strategies of all. The feedback from happy customers is also likely to give you a good idea of what they actually like about you and why they bought from you. This information can be extremely valuable in attracting new customers.
So it is up to you, “It is not your customers’ responsibility to do business with you” are you doing all you can to attract them?
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Have a good week
Chris
