Dawn Orbeck Send Out Cards Ind. Distributor #33245

I really believe in the process of referrals, and so part of the service I provide is to be sure to refer my clients and associates to other qualified business people in the community.

Attached is a list of areas in which I know very credible, ethical, and outstanding professionals. If you’re looking for a professional in a specific area that I’ve listed, please feel free to contact me. I will be glad to put you in touch with the people I know who provide these services.

Dawn Orbeck - Manager, Send Out Cards
Relationship Marketing Specialist
Midland, MI
810-895-4408

Professions:

Accounting, Tax
Air purification Systems
Attorney
Auto Glass Replacement
Automotive Repair
Bank
Carpet Cleaning & Water Restoration
Chiropractic
Collections & Profit Recovery
Collision Repair
Computer Sales & Service
Electrical, Residential & Commercial
Financial Planning & Asset Management
Florist
General Contractor
Gift & Incentive Consultant
Greeting Cards & Send Out Cards
Handyman
Home & Commercial Inspections
Insurance (Property/Casual)
Jeweler
Legal Consulting
Massage Therapy
Mattress Sales
Mortgage Services, Residential
Nutrition Consultant
Optometry & Eye Care
Painter
Pet Care, In home
Physical Fitness
Promotional Products
Realtor
Self-defense
Signs, Banners, Apparel, Decals
Skin Care
Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
Video Production
Website Development

Each professional category listed above is a member of the Success at Seven Chapter of Business Network International located in Midland, MI. We meet every Tuesday 7-8:30 am at Davenport University 3555 Patrick Midland, Michigan.

We are currently looking for a: car salesman; caterer; auto detailer; copywriter; dentist; HVAC; printer; and other area professionals not listed above who are looking to increase their business through qualified referrals. For additional information, please visit our website at www.bnimidland.com

The Nokomis Chapter of the AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION (ABWA) (Midland, MI) is sponsoring the following event:

"Communities in Transition"

Launch Your Next Career

Explore Over 30 Home-Based Business Opportunities

Right Here in the Great Lakes Region

When: Thursday, Mar. 12, 2009

Time: 1:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM

Place: Midland Holiday Inn Convention Center

NO ADMISSION FEE

"Meet the Owners Who Already Run Successful Home-Based Businesses"

Vendor booths still available. $50 each. Limit one rep per company. Please contact Dawn Orbeck at dawn@cardexpressions.net for more information.

Birthdays are a great time to contact customers, friends and referral partners. In fact, a recent survey conducted by Hallmark showed that:

• 69% of respondants had received a birthday greeting card from a company
• Of those, 47% said the card made them more likely to do business with that company
• 75% said a birthday card with a discount during their birthday month would make them more likely to do business with the company.

Customers really do notice and appreciate when a company sends them good wishes around their birthday. Everyone likes to be remembered and a heartfelt card can really make a difference in someone's life.

If the size of your client list is too large to effectively manage a birthday card campaign, consider a system like Send Out Cards, which can automate the process for you. With their online card catalog, contact management and reminder system, you will never forget a birthday again. Even add a gift or gift card with the click of a button. You can send a REAL, personalized birthday card in the time it takes to send an email - right from the comfort of your computer. Your customers will LOVE YOU even more than they already do!

If you struggle at times finding the right closing gift for your client, here is an idea for you - Reflective Address Signs.

At first blush, it may not seem like a very memorable gift, but the Realtor in my local BNI chapter has been raving about the reception she is receiving from her clients.

If you are a SendOutCards user, you can even take a picture of the house with the new sign and send a Thank You card with the picture on the front of the card. Imagine the impact! This is a card that will preserve the memory of this important day in your clients life. You will never be forgotten!

If you can find someone who makes signs in one of your networking groups, this is a great way to provide them with repeat and frequent referrals. They will appreciate you!

Other great ideas for closing gifts can be found on Mario Levesque's ActiveRain blog:

http://activerain.com/blogsview/84408/Compilation-List-of-Closing-Gift-Ideas-for-Realtors

Lastly, consider simplifying the whole process by using a system like Send Out Cards, where you can include a closing gift or gift card with your Thank You greeting card from the comfort of your computer. Feel free to click the link or contact me for a free trial.