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How to Create Strategic Partnerships

Success

Proof it works: Schaus’s profits grew by 15% from 2011 to 2012 as a result of her partnerships. When a client comes to me and asks for a service outside my area of focus, I refer them to one of my partners, with whom I have a pre-negotiated referral fee. In 2012 I passed along between 35 and 40% of the work that came my way.

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