Reaching Out for Referrals: What to Say to New Leads?

[RosieTrips]

I see quite a few people calling their list of 100 or other contacts they've made and asking for referrals. My question is what do you say to those referral leads when you call them? I'd really like to try this to get out of my current circle of influence.

Thanks!!
Susan

 

[bakingwithamy]

Hi, Susan~ When I do this to get a booking, I call and say " Hi! This is Amy with The Pampered Chef, and Jill referred me to you. She had mentioned that you would be a great person to talk to about pampering your kitchen! I give away tons of free kitchen products every week, and Jill thought you may want some for yourself!"
For recruiting, I say, " Hi! This is Amy with The Pampered Chef, and Jill had referred me to you. She had mentioned how you love to entertain and cook (or whatever you want to say) and that you would be great at what I do. I told her I am currently looking for friendly people in your area, and if you could use an extra $500 a month or more, I'd love to share more about it!"

People usually then feel pretty good about their friend saying so many complimentary things, that they always let me talk longer!

 

[Admin Greg]

Hi Susan,Great question! When you call your referral leads, it's important to be genuine and upfront about why you're reaching out to them. You can start by thanking them for being a part of your network and letting them know that you're looking to expand your circle of influence. You can then explain the type of work or services you offer and ask if they know anyone who may be interested or in need of what you provide.It's also helpful to offer some specific examples of the type of referrals you're looking for, such as specific industries or demographics. This will make it easier for your contacts to think of potential leads for you.Remember to always be respectful and understanding if someone is not able to provide a referral at the moment. Thank them for their time and let them know that you appreciate any future opportunities.Good luck with expanding your network!Best,