When sitting around tables of family and friends over the weekend, the conversation (as it so often does anymore) turned to jobs.
The groups represented a real cross-section of professions. Everything from soup to nuts was in attendance. But it occurred to me, that I w
as really the only one involved that relied on referrals for my livelihood. And I wondered ... did any of those others surrounding me at those tables realize just how vitally important referrals could be to someone reliant on them? Did they think about it at all?
as really the only one involved that relied on referrals for my livelihood. And I wondered ... did any of those others surrounding me at those tables realize just how vitally important referrals could be to someone reliant on them? Did they think about it at all? Now I know you'll say, it's my job to make them aware. To remind them how crucial it is to refer me and others they know with a similar need. And I do ... obviously.
But can anyone not in the position of being beholden to those providing referrals ever truly understand how it feels to always be in that position? To always have to wear that need for referrals just like you do your clothes? What that vulnerability feels like?
I'm not saying other professions don't feel their own brand of stresses .. of vulnerabilities. They do.
But ...
Especially in the present economic climate, one referral can mean the difference between someone paying their mortgage or not. The difference between buying health insurance ... the medicines needed. Paying bills, purchasing food, having what a child requires. I hear these needs ... the stresses ... these fears related all the time. From others around me. From those inquiring about mortgages.
So I remind and ask everyone ...
To think about those that you know ... that you may be related to ... that survive in this manner. Take a good look around you and consider those you know that need and live by referrals. Be aware. Be mindful. And refer all those that you can whenever you can. Network on their behalf. Pass on their name. Remember the quality work and services they have provided. Actively engage yourself in the process. Help out.
Refer as often as possible. Refer those that are worthy of referring. Refer those that have earned that reward. Reward for the right reasons. Reward referrals because it's the right thing to do. Give back to those that have served you well. It's a great way to say "thank you" for a job well done.
It will help those you care for. Those you love. It will help those that have tried so hard to provide quality products and services and to earn your referral. It will help those that have actually been successful at doing so. It will ultimately help everyone.
This gift of giving ultimately comes back to reward you too ...
* With 35 years of experience and service within the mortgage industry, I can provide referrals to some of our industry's best professionals. Should you be in need of a referral, please do not hesitate to contact me. I will be happy to assist you in finding the professional you need.
I can be contacted at: Direct: 815.277.4036 Cell/Text: 708.921.6331 Email: gene@chicagobancorp.com Website: www.genemundt.com Skype: 630.219.1316
Gene Mundt, Sr. Vice President
Personal NMLS #216987
The Federal Savings Bank
1823 Centre Point Circle, Naperville, IL 60563
Now on Skype! 630-219-1316
