“Your Network is equal to Your Net worth” is the saying in the Modern Business World. Small businesses are is growing because of networking only. Networking will open many doors of opportunities that you are never expected.
Networking is the most accessible ecosystem for every small business in the world. It gives immediate and future business opportunities.
Networking makes us to be a Star
Before networking with other small businesses, we must decide on the products and services. There are so many business opportunities to choose from that you could spend hours searching for the right one. Narrow your search to products or services that you are familiar with or interest you.
For example, Your business is into medicinal herbs. You can start a company focusing on many different herbs and related health products or focus on one particular product, such as the Spirulina or ashwagandha.
This product and many others provide a fantastic income opportunity because the products are unique and valuable – and there’s always a huge demand for innovative products.
Be Unique Be a Star
Ashwagandha is the medical herb with the main ingredient for Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani medicine. This ingredient gives energy, strengthens the immune system, provides healthy nerve support, fights stress, increases stamina, etc.
If it’s a variety you like, you can join many different marketing groups and offer many products. To keep your business simple, you can offer only one product. That must be attractive and crowd puller.
Last week I met a women entrepreneur in a networking meeting. She had a product in Wine made by Indian gooseberry with her 25 years of experience. It depends on how much time you can spend on your business and how creative you are with marketing.
But She has some other products too. But She will be reminded only with her Wine made by Indian gooseberry.
While this is only one of the many thousands of products on the market, some people have created an entire business around Moringa, Spirulina and Ashwagandha and then networking with others to start a powerful sales team.
Find a Partner
Networking is nothing more than finding a partner or a few partners with the same business goals. Maybe you are all interested in certain products such as health and fitness or herbs. Perhaps you’re a mother who wants to work at home.
You can find other mothers who wish to do the same even if you don’t have the same business interests. Working with one or more partners will do two things: keep new ideas flowing and provide support for all participants in the network.
Networking through Local Business Groups
Your local business owners might meet weekly or monthly for meals to discuss their businesses and get to know others in the community. This is a great way to network your business and to meet others with small business interests.
Another way to affiliate yourself with other small business owners is to join the local Chamber of Commerce in your town. At Chamber meetings or events, you can meet many different people.
Find Networking Partners Online
You can also contact other small business owners online to create an effective online marketing campaign. Millions of people online are either getting started with a business or thinking about it.
One way to contact people online is to ask for a link exchange and use this as an open door for conversation by email. Join relevant Facebook groups where you can share your product links to promote.
Another way is to get someone and ask if you can showcase their products on your website with reviews about each. Then, you can casually mention the types of products you offer.
Use these networking tips to create a strong team of marketers for your products. Your small business will grow as you help others achieve their goals. After finding some partners or associates, don’t be hesitate to ask for referrals. Referrals are one of the most powerful selling tools to find new, interested customers.