{"id":38053,"date":"2020-09-16T10:31:23","date_gmt":"2020-09-16T02:31:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zegal.com\/?p=38053"},"modified":"2021-09-29T14:05:28","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T06:05:28","slug":"art-of-business-relationships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zegal.com\/en-au\/blog\/post\/art-of-business-relationships\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Building Business Relationships"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"contentsContainer\">\n<div id=\"contents\">\n<figure id=\"attachment_38074\"  class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-38074\" src=\"https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/zegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/pexels-fauxels-3184291-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by fauxels from Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/p>\n<p id=\"E53\"><span id=\"E54\">Simply put, business relationships are the connections between a business and other parties formed in the process of doing business together. It could be with employees, customers, suppliers, investors, role models and the community among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"E55\"><span id=\"E56\">If you are to move your business forward, such relationships are worth fostering. You will need your employees to dedicatedly help you reach your goals, your customers to come back and refer you to other people, advice from people who have gone before you and financing for your business. Furthermore, your business reputation squarely relies on the relationships that you build.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"E57\"><span id=\"E58\">Building strong business relationships, however, takes time. It is an art that will need you to be deliberate and put in the necessary efforts to get there. It is also an art that once learned, will reap rewards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"E59\"><span id=\"E60\">\u00a0Here are a few ways that you can employ to build and maintain strong business relationships:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"E63\"><span id=\"E64\">1.<\/span><span id=\"E65\"> <\/span><span id=\"E66\">Reciprocate<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E69\"><span id=\"E70\">The main reason people foster business relationships is for their businesses to benefit. However, it doesn\u2019t have to be you receiving something all the time. Let people you are connecting with know that you are there to offer them help as well. If an acquaintance introduces you to a person who helps you elevate your business, the next time they share with you about a project, think of people you know who can help them out. Give them leads to a possible sale and refer people to their business. Be especially there in times of difficulties to show your support and care. Think of <\/span><a id=\"E71\" contenteditable=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/john-rampton\/10-ways-to-give-back-to-your-community.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span id=\"E72\">ways that you can be of help in the community<\/span><\/a><span id=\"E73\">, it will go a long way in strengthening your relationship with the people.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"contentsContainer\">\n<div id=\"contents\">\n<h4 id=\"E78\"><span id=\"E79\">2.<\/span><span id=\"E80\"> <\/span><span id=\"E81\">Get personal<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E84\"><span id=\"E85\">Building business relationships goes beyond just business. You need to know these people on a more personal level. The only way to do that is to get personal with them. If they are near you, invite them for coffee or lunch where you can share experiences and ideas (during Covid times, lunch breaks over Zoom have become common practice!). Be present in their birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, with a message on social media or a gift delivered to their door. If you have international employees, make deliberate efforts to really get to know them from afar. Whether you manage them through an Employer of Record, such as <\/span><a id=\"E86\" contenteditable=\"false\" href=\"https:\/\/globalpeo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span id=\"E87\">Global PEO<\/span><\/a><span id=\"E88\">,, which is actually a good option for your compliance with foreign labor and tax laws, schedule virtue happy hours where you just hang out and connect. However busy your schedule is, ensure that you set apart some time to expand relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"E91\"><span id=\"E92\">3.<\/span><span id=\"E93\"> <\/span><span id=\"E94\">Look out for who you are relating with<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E97\"><span id=\"E98\">We live in times when many people only look out for themselves. Some will put on a false persona to benefit from you and then disappear. Even as you build business relationships, you don\u2019t want relationships that will hurt you or your business. Look for people who you share goals and values with. Watch how your contacts treat others. Is there mutual respect? On your side, always be authentic when dealing with people. This will ensure you attract authentic people to your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"E101\"><span id=\"E102\">4.<\/span><span id=\"E103\"> <\/span><span id=\"E104\">Go where the people are<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E107\"><span id=\"E108\">The only way to meet people is to go where they are. You can\u2019t always rely on people finding you and your business. This includes online meet ups. Register in local business clubs to position yourself to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.business2community.com\/small-business\/4-places-meet-like-minded-entrepreneurs-01973061\">meet like-minded <\/a><\/span>individuals.<span id=\"E111\"> If there are upcoming entrepreneurs looking for guidance, make yourself seen in <\/span><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">the business club by volunteering to help or chat. In addition, take part in business events and be sure to share your expertise in planning and executing the events. In short, get involved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"contentsContainer\">\n<div id=\"contents\">\n<h4 id=\"E114\"><span id=\"E115\">5.<\/span><span id=\"E116\"> <\/span><span id=\"E117\">Be quick to fix it<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E120\"><span id=\"E121\">Business relationships, like any relationship, aren\u2019t always smooth sailing. As you deal with people, you are likely to have conflicts whether due to miscommunication, a missed deadline, or failing to deliver on a deadline, among others. Such situations could threaten a good relationship. Don\u2019t let them. Be quick to admit and correct a wrong when you know you are responsible for it. Follow it up with an apology letter and compensation if necessary. Whenever you feel that someone has wronged you, first talk about it, then find a solution together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>6. Communicate effectively<\/h4>\n<p>Proactively communicate with your clients and partners. Acknowledging receipt of information or queries lets them know you&#8217;re reachable and on the case &#8211; and you&#8217;ve bought yourself time to look into their concern. In addition, Stop saying &#8220;Sorry for the convenience&#8221; &#8211; it&#8217;s a lazy token gesture. <a href=\"https:\/\/gettalkative.com\/info\/sorry-for-the-inconvenience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Say one of these instead<\/a>. Manage expectations, then exceed them, to strengthen relationships.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"E124\"><span id=\"E125\">In the end<\/span><\/h4>\n<p id=\"E128\"><span id=\"E129\">As a business owner, you need other people and businesses to grow and sustain your business. At all times, make sure that you are taking care of the relationships that you form along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><i>This article does not constitute legal advice.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>The opinions expressed in the column above represent the author\u2019s own.<\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/register.zegal.com\/\"><b>Start managing your legal needs with Zegal today<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/zegal.com\/blog\/post\/client-relationships-covid\/\">FURTHER READING: How to Strengthen Relationships During Uncertain Times<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/zegal.com\/blog\/post\/find-right-accounting-firm\/\">READ MORE: Find the Right Accounting Firm<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Simply put, business relationships are the connections between a business and other parties formed in the process of doing business together. 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