With so many communication options available today, it can be hard to know which is the best way to reach out to someone. But sometimes, the simplest option is the best one. A text message can be a great way to open up a deeper conversation with someone you want to connect or reconnect with. Here’s how you can use texting to your advantage when trying to open a new conversation with a prospect or past client.

During a recent By Referral Only Member Wisdom Wednesday, we took a poll, and more than half indicated resistance to making follow-up calls. Instead of fighting it, learn how to be encouraged and work with this resistance by doing one simple thing first… send a text.

Watch this 3 min clip where our founder, Joe Stumpf, shows you how to remove your self-interest, make picking up that 400lb phone MUCH easier, and just have a wonderful conversation with the people you know.