Burning Bridges
January 11th, 2007 by asianTom
As with any business, I have learned that most of my clients come through referrals. This is why I believe it’s extremely important not to burn bridges with any of your colleagues. There has been many times when business deals have gone sour and I have lost money or have been ripped off. I take these as business lessons and more forward with more awareness. I could of easily never speak to these people again. I opted to stay friendly and many of times they have come back and referred me to other clients or worked out more successful deals with me. Even at the very least everyone I have worked with has given me more knowledge and taken me to where I am today.
I think you are very correct about this, I am also in the sales business and try to keep my contacts in the loop.