This consultancy saw the shift coming. While established firms relied on decades-old relationships, nimble competitors were winning by showing up where buyers researched. At 90% referral dependent, they knew the old way wouldn’t sustain growth.
From Waiting to Building Instead of waiting for introductions, they began building authority where prospects researched solutions. LinkedIn became their platform for demonstrating expertise, not just networking. From Random to Systematic They evolved from sporadic business development to systematic pipeline building. Every week, their founder’s insights reached 4,000+ industry leaders through multiple channels. From Vendor to Authority They transformed their position from “another consulting option” to “the essential voice on industry transformation.” Educational webinars positioned them as guides, not sellers.
What transformed:
Today, prospects seek them out as the recognized leader in their space. Referrals still come – but now they’re one channel among many, not a lifeline.