We receive numerous emails regarding how to network. For those of us in lease purchasing it's easy, for others not so easy.  For example, those in the travel business have been hit hard by business slowing down. Why not try to network with some of the tanning salons, and offer discounts to those individuals for cruises and/or exotic locals. Or network with B&B owners in your own state or neighboring states and offer your customers weekend package deals.  Spas are becoming very popular. Network with some in your own state or surrounding states and then offer specials to your clients.

One of the emails I received concerned an individual selling a wide range of products for the home, gift items, and novelty items. While they didn't say so, I am assuming they were SMC products (lovely items by the way). Why not network with people that do interior design. SMC has many products that are conducive to adding that special touch to a home. Some of their glass items are gorgeous. Call interior designers in your area and offer them your products at a discount. We all know from the info commercials for SMC that you have the ability to do that.  Also try to network with organizations that auction items off to their clientele.  Many large organizations  have silent auctions that business owners attend where they bid on items for charity. Check these out in your area.  Many business owners give presents away for the holidays and need some upscale items.  Go for this market. Try something different.

For those of you that do interior design and are wondering how to get more business. First be sure you have a portfolio of some of your work (before and after pictures).  If you are just starting out, offer to re-design friends and family's homes and then take plenty of before and after pictures. If this is not an option, then do it with you own residence. You could also offer to do a room for free (with them paying for the materials, of course), and then give them a discount for the next room.  Network with home builders. Tell them you can set up their models for them. Network with restaurants that offer catering and show them  how to make the event even more special.

For those of you in the catering business, contact deli's and party planners and offer your services at a discount.

For those of you that do home repairs contact real estate investors. We are always looking for someone that can do the repairs on fixer uppers or someone we can call on to perform work on properties.

Like Taco Bell says "Think outside the box". Try to think of different ways to market your product, and think of different people to network with to expand your business and theirs.

If you wish you can email us or call us and we can develop a specific plan for your business.

Copyright 2002 DeFiore Enterprises

Sue And Chuck DeFiore

Chuck and Sue DeFiore are the founders and principals of DeFiore Enterprises. DeFiore Enterprises is comprised of the following divisions: Home Business Consulting, Real Estate Investments, Publishing and Coaching.

Chuck and Sue DeFiore are investors, consultants, and coach/mentors. They specialize in two areas. The first, a niche of Creative Real Estate known as Lease Purchasing; the other, in the establishment of home-based businesses. Through their consultations and investments in Lease Purchasing, they help sellers move their property in 30 days or less; and help buyers get into their dream home today, that they can buy tomorrow. Chuck and Sue are active both locally and nationally.

They are the authors of "Who Makes It Happen, We Do: Back On The Road To Success With Creative Real Estate", and "The Anatomy Of The Deal Series: The Co-Operative Strategy: How You Can Generate Quick Cash Flow In The Creative Real Estate Niche Of Lease Purchasing" and "The Anatomy Of The Deal: Consulting Your Way To A Six Figure Income In Creative Real Estate".

They have published numerous articles on lease purchasing and have five extraordinary manuals, considered to be the most complete in the industry. In addition, they have produced tapes sets on Lease Purchasing, Home-Based Businesses and their extraordinary Expert Tape Series.

They have developed a revolutionary coaching program. The Partnering For Your Success coaching program is geared towards those folks who want or need to change their financial situation. This is a unique program where you work with Chuck and Sue for one full year. It has a low initial cost and together they share in your success.

They are renowned innovators for the home-based business market, through their newsletter, Home Business Solutions, and their support group. They have coached individuals in business start up and all facets of home office development.

They have written numerous articles on operating a home-based business, and have been written about in New Business Opportunities Magazine, Small Business Opportunities Magazine and Income Opportunities Magazine to mention a few.

Chuck and Sue?s motto is "Who Makes It Happen, We Do"

The DeFiore?s currently reside in Fresno, CA where they operate a successful Lease Purchasing and consulting business.