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Hazel Walker is back with this week's guest blog, one that hits very close to home! Rob and I love to network on the golf course... so I wanted to share with you her 10 tips for networking on the golf course!
There are a few rules that you might want to be aware of when you hit the course with your referral sources.
1. Leave your cell phone in the car.
2. Use your time building relationships; don’t try to strong arm a deal.
3. Know the rules and etiquette of the game.
4. Don’t over indulge in the booze, this will not build credibility with your referral sources.
5. Don’t lose your temper on the course.
6. No cheating on the scorecard, remember you are trying to build trust.
7. Off colored language, whining or making excuses on the course are not in your best interest.
8. Avoid religious or political conversations.
9. Arrive early to get organized and practice.
10. Dress appropriately in attire that will take you from the links to the clubhouse. Denims, sleeveless shirts and short shorts are not acceptable
Plan strategically who you are playing with; have your best referral source bring someone you really want to meet, and you bring that person your referral source really wants to build a strong relationship
Most of all, enjoy the day.
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