I do not offer incentives for referrals. I reward referrals by ensuring that the referring person's reputation is enhanced and their advice is respected. When my clients refer me to someone, they intend to be helpful. When I satisfy the referral that reflects on my client and raises their credibility. Priceless!
Gift cards are easy to give, it's really not a personal Thank you for referring me. It's a one size fits all. If you have sent up a referral program with points or gifts then that is one thing. A Thank you card is nice.. I would still like to see business owners, in this case realtors support a small local business rather than a national one by giving them a gift. Taking them out to lunch, something more thoughtful.
If it is a professional client (ie a builder or designer) we have several ways of rewarding them. From a simple thank you email to a credit to be used on a future job. For homeowner clients who recommend us, I usually just send a thank you email.
Answers (21-29)
We typically give them Amex gift card along with a nice bottle of wine.
Hello Gabriela,
I do not offer incentives for referrals. I reward referrals by ensuring that the referring person's reputation is enhanced and their advice is respected. When my clients refer me to someone, they intend to be helpful. When I satisfy the referral that reflects on my client and raises their credibility. Priceless!
Gift cards are easy to give, it's really not a personal Thank you for referring me. It's a one size fits all. If you have sent up a referral program with points or gifts then that is one thing. A Thank you card is nice.. I would still like to see business owners, in this case realtors support a small local business rather than a national one by giving them a gift. Taking them out to lunch, something more thoughtful.
with much gratitude!
If it is a professional client (ie a builder or designer) we have several ways of rewarding them. From a simple thank you email to a credit to be used on a future job. For homeowner clients who recommend us, I usually just send a thank you email.
We give them $10 gift cards, just for referring. $50 gift cards for clients that utilize our service.