Networking is number one but it's also how you network.  You dont have to be a sales  Guru to grow your business you just have to ask for business And be desirable in the things that you say.  Say things people want to hear like hello how are you compliment them don't be flattering some people find that to be insulting.   Here's what I know for sure, when you're a genuine person and you show who you really are and you ask for what you want plus you can show how it adds value. It make someone want what you have. Then if you use that forward momentum action boom! will kick in couple that with a solid reputation for being a good person a professional who goes out of their way to make sure things are right prioritzes customer satisfisfaction their you have it "The key to growth" some people can get business quicker than others but sometimes is better to be able to keep it...