Very early on in business and life, we are taught that developing a strong network is crucial for success. We go to networking events, hand out business cards, give elevator pitches about what we do, and connect with people on social media and professional networking sites. However, the key to build...

Sometimes making the connection is more important than making the sale. Businesses thrive because of the relationships that they build. When you have solid connections and loyal customers, the transactions will follow, and you will get repeat business. However, if your sole focus is on closing the d...