As I have one Ideal Client, I’m in self referral land, and not doing well. What / where would you suggest I go to meet more people?

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Last updated: 20 Nov, 2019

Any place where people gather who are doing things that interest you that provides the opportunity for conversation.

Ask your one Ideal Client what organizations they are involved in where they could introduce you the people there.

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