115. The $0 Marketing Strategy That Drives More Clients Than Ads

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Work with Deirdre to find, win and keep more of your ideal clients by creating your uniquely uncopyable brand strategy, story, offer, experience and more. 

🚀 Ready to grow your business without spending a cent on ads? You’re in the right place!

In this episode of Master Your Business, I’m breaking down the most powerful marketing strategy that costs exactly $0—referrals. If you’re a coach, consultant, or service provider looking to attract high-quality clients without the constant hustle, this is for you.

Referrals aren’t just a nice-to-have—they’re the secret sauce behind the most successful businesses. In fact, referred customers are 4X more likely to buy, and word-of-mouth marketing drives 80% of business growth. Yet, so many business owners hesitate to ask for them. 

Not anymore! Today, I’m giving you a simple, actionable system to turn happy clients into your best sales team.


🎯 Highlights of This Episode:

✅ (01:43) Why referred clients convert at 43% higher rates than ad-driven leads
✅ (03:31)
The #1 mistake most businesses make when asking for referrals
✅ (04:34)
The simple 6-word referral script that works every time
✅ (05:43)
How to create a referral system that runs on autopilot
✅ (07:33)
The easiest way to get LinkedIn recommendations that attract clients
✅ (08:37)
Why video testimonials are a goldmine for credibility
✅ (09:21)
How to offer small but effective incentives to encourage more referrals


Who Should Tune In:

If you're a coach, consultant, or service-based entrepreneur looking to grow your business without spending a fortune on ads, this episode is for you. Whether you're an ex-corporate professional replacing your salary or a small business owner scaling to 6-7 figures, referrals can be your most powerful (and free!) marketing strategy. If you've ever felt awkward asking for referrals, struggled with getting consistent word-of-mouth business, or simply want a proven system to attract high-quality clients, this episode will give you the exact steps to make referrals easy, effective, and automatic.


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