By Lee Rossini
Building centres of influence (COIs) is an important relationship-building strategy used in business development, financial services and professional networking. It involves establishing and maintaining strong relationships with individuals who have the ability to influence others, provide referrals, share information and create opportunities for business growth. Rather than relying solely on direct marketing or cold calling, the approach focuses on developing trusted relationships with people who can connect you to potential clients and valuable networks.
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