Build a Business That Works for You Using “Company of One” Concepts
November 29, 2023Part 6: The Hidden Value of Relationships
In this sixth and final article featuring the concepts from Paul Jarvis’s book Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing, we discuss the power of relationship building.
You may have noticed a trend in marketing these days: big companies are trying to emulate smaller companies by appearing more relatable, personable, and accessible.
That’s in line with what Jarvis describes in his book. Business leaders with a Company of One mindset recognize the importance of building mutually beneficial, long-term relationships.
Relationship-Building Reminders and Tips
- Long-term relationships are acquired through demonstrating empathy and earning trust.
- When you gain trust, you earn word-of-mouth referrals. That brings opportunities to nurture new relationships and increase your social capital.
- Think of social capital as a bank account—you can only take out what you put in.
- Social capital breeds reciprocity. The more your company connects with others through educating and helping them, the more they will want to do business with you.
- Never take existing customers for granted. Find ways to show them they’re valued.
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