| 1. Seek out others in your community who have a | | | | 9. On the back of your business card create a saying |
| home based business that you can network with. | | | | that will grab a potential client's attention. Use this as an |
| 2. Check with hotels and motels to see if you can | | | | example: "Call me to find out how this card can have |
| leave a basket in the lobby with free items for their | | | | your name on the front" You can print this yourself on |
| guests promoting your business | | | | a label and stick it on. |
| 3. Contact local churches to see if you can advertise | | | | 10. Leave business cards in coffee shops, libraries, |
| in their weekly bulletins. | | | | sitting rooms, etc. I leave only one on a table, counter |
| 4. Join a Meetup group of interest or start one. They | | | | or other furniture. |
| are great for networking. | | | | 11. If you use public transportation, be sure to leave a |
| 5. Be sure to ask for referrals | | | | business card or flyer on your seat when you exit the |
| 6. Put your service or product for sale in a charity give | | | | carrier. |
| away basket. | | | | 12. Be sure to capitalize on the holidays. Make special |
| 7. Attend free seminars to meet people and gather | | | | flyers for the holiday and offer a discount or free gift if |
| business cards so you can contact them later. | | | | they do business with you. |
| 8. Serve in a charitable organization, this puts your | | | | Think of other creative ways to touch people with |
| business name in a positive light in the community. | | | | your business opportunity or your product or service. |