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A couple weeks ago, I reviewed my client roster and discovered something fascinating: my biggest investment this year wasn't money—it was time. When I mapped where each client originated, three clear sources emerged: Community, Referrals, and Visibility. But here's the revelation: two of these actually stem from the first one. The entrepreneurs who struggle with lead generation are often treating relationships like transactions. Discover why your next client isn't looking for someone good at networking—they're looking for authentic connection.

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