Out of Town Competitors

When traveling for business or pleasure out of your target customer area you can pick up some new ideas. Find an hour or two and visit a competitor of your home business and get to know them. Since you are in the same business you will have a lot in common. And since you are far enough away from each other you can ask for and offer some ideas to your businesses. You won't get this opportunity very often so don't pass it up.

Discus ways that each of you get new customers and build loyalty with current customers. Are you each selling the same products or can you find new products or services to sell or offer. What problems are each of you having and can you suggest solutions that may help. How are each of you using and supervising employees and what benefits do you each offer. The list is endless and if you buy lunch for your new business friend it will be well worth while.

Barry is a business coach, trainer & speaker.  www.idealetter.com