Why does Word of Mouth Marketing work so well?
That was the recent headline of an article by my colleague in NRG Business Networks, Martin Davies. Stuart Harris Replied on Twitter,
"WoM marketing is great because it's personal but the person isn't paid ("hire a liar") - they recommend or not from the heart".
The subject came up yesterday at a seminar on Linkedin before the NRG lunch in Swindon. We know, and research confirms, that a recommendation or referral from a trusted 3rd party is much more powerful than any direct message of yours.
That's why networking is not about broadcasting your message to as many people as possible. Neither is it about meeting as many people as you possibly can yourself. That just dilutes your effort.
Build strong relationships with a close trusted network. They will deliver those precious 3rd party recommendations and your message will be amplified many times over.
Good Networking!
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