Keys for a successful business development

We all are striving to succeed, and especially when it comes to our businesses and careers.

Definitely working hard and having a passion for what we do is a huge part of the way to develop a successful business.

But besides the hard work, the constancy and the devotion to our business, there are some other factors we should keep in mind and practice in order to get there.

For us, these are some of the most important key that we believe in to help you in the process of building a successful business.

1. Believe it.

Believe in you as a professional, and in the success of your business. If you fully trust in your abilities and how genuine your business is, it is much more likely that if you believe it your clients will believe in your project too.

2. Dress for success.

Yes! Once again this is part of believing it. Believing that you will get where you know you deserve to be. So dress for the occasion, be that professional that reflects the right image for your business. That doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to always wear a suit or high heels, is about understanding your business vibes and image and portraying through you the best version of it.

3. Build the right relationships around you and with your clients.

Get to know your clients and the people around you that might bring great connections. Find out about what they need, but also be interested on personally knowing them. Build a relationship that goes beyond business to make your clients feel more confident and safer around you. Also remember that it is important to be able to trust them, as much as you want them to trust you.

Listen to your clients before, during the meetings, and after the meetings.

We all know that when we are dealing with our clients, is important to be careful with what we say and how we say it, but it is just as important to listen to them too. Even before your meetings, pay attention reading their emails, and any form of first contact you have with them. Of course during your meetings pay close attention to what they say, and even consider recording the meeting to be able to listen to any important points that were made or agreed so you have no doubt of what was said.

4. Turn problems into opportunities.

Any issues that your clients can have with your services can be taken as a problematic situation, or it can also become an opportunity to show them your capabilities and great performance. It is in your hands to turn that problem into a satisfying situation.

5. Bring the meetings outside the office.

The work environment can sometimes feel cold and add tension to a business meeting. This can create an unnecessary feeling of stress and pressure that will in no way help the purposes of the meeting, neither it will help to make the relationship that you want to have with your client.

6. Get to know your client’s business to the bone.

And we mean it, the origins, production prices, growth numbers, needs, and the full extent of their business. Your client will deeply appreciate the effort and your actual interest on what their business, and will feel like they are not just one more client.

7. Show your value and be confident to ask for referrals.

Once you have showed your clients that you are trustworthy, and the quality level of the services provided by your company, they will be more than willing to recommend you and put you in contact with other possible clients, but it most likely won’t happen if you don’t ask.