At BoldHaus, we have five Rules of Business — and one of our favorites is this: Conversations Create Cash Flow.
So when you’re thinking about how to get corporate clients fast (or any type of B2B or organizational client, for that matter), the first question to ask yourself is:
How can I create as many quality conversations as possible, as fast as possible?
This is where most people go wrong. They start throwing marketing spaghetti at the wall — producing endless social content, chasing the algorithm, and hoping cold contacts turn into buyers.
That approach might build visibility over time, but it’s one of the slowest, most labor-intensive ways to grow.
Instead, you need to work hottest to coldest — always. (Did we mention always? 😁)
That’s your fastest path to consistent cash flow.
In this post, we’ll walk you through:
- A simple two-step method for activating your existing network
- How to reconnect with contacts without the “awkward” vibe
- Why this works faster than any social strategy
Or, if you’d rather watch me break this down in real time, check out this short video on our YouTube channel:
Worried You’ll “Bother” People?
1. Use Other Organizations’ Platforms To Your Advantage.
Let’s get the big fear out of the way. You might hesitate to reach out to people you know because you don’t want to bother them — “They’re busy,” or “It’s been forever since we talked.”
But when you approach these conversations with clarity and purpose, you’re not bothering anyone. You’re reconnecting intentionally. You’re showing up as the expert you are — and that’s the key to making the exchange valuable for both sides.
The Two-Step Method for Getting Clients Fast
Step 1: Build a Heat Map of Your Network
Think of your network as a heat map, moving from hottest to coldest. When speed matters, that distinction is everything.
Your hottest potential opportunities almost always come from:
- Your most trusted relationships
- Your warmest professional connections
Cold prospects — people who don’t yet know you — will always take the longest to convert. That’s true whether you’re just starting out or running a multi–seven-figure consulting firm.
Even at the top, most revenue still comes from warm relationships.
That’s why your first task is to build a clear picture of who’s already in your orbit — and they often include more people than you think:
- Current and former clients and colleagues
- People from past conferences, events, or associations
- Industry peers from earlier career chapters
- Personal network contacts: friends, neighbors, even parents from your kids’ schools
What If You Haven’t Spoken in Years?
Honestly? It doesn’t matter. Everyone is busy, and everyone knows it. They didn’t reach out to you either, so you share the “silence” 50/50.
In our experience, 99.9% of your network will be genuinely happy to hear from you simply because it’s been a while. They’re not keeping score on how long it’s been — most people are just glad to reconnect.
So whatever you do, do not open your message with an apology for being out of touch. Lead with warmth, confidence, and clarity about why you’re reaching out now.
Forget 6 Degrees of Separation
You’ve probably heard that every person on the planet is just six connections away. But social media has collapsed that distance dramatically.
According to a BBC study, Facebook users now average just 3.57 degrees of separation, and that gap keeps shrinking.
What does this mean for you? Your “warm” network is much bigger than you think. Many of the people closest to your next client may already be one or two introductions away.
Step 2: Activate Your Network Through Conversations
Once you’ve mapped your contacts, the real action begins — activation.
This is where many experts get stuck, not because they don’t know who to reach out to, but because of the stories they tell themselves:
- “They’re not a decision maker.”
- “They already know what I do.”
- “If they needed me, they’d reach out.”
All of those assumptions keep you invisible.
In reality, most people in your network only have a surface-level understanding of:
- What you do now
- Who you do it for
- The full scope of how you help
They might still associate you with an old job title or niche, even if your business has evolved completely.
These conversations are your chance to reintroduce yourself — clearly, confidently, and without pressure. When you give people context for how you create value today, you make it much easier for them to think of you when (or before) the right opportunity comes along.
One of the reasons our BoldHaus Collective members feel so confident having these conversations is because we guide them, step by step, through creating the most important tool in their business development toolkit — one that unlocks powerful, “sales‑free” conversations that create real revenue.
And yes, these exchanges regularly lead to: “Oh! I actually know someone who needs exactly that,” or even, “I didn’t realize you offered that.”
How to Start the Conversation (Without Making It Awkward)
Once you’ve chosen who to reach out to, here are two easy, professional ways to start:
1. Recognize Past Connections
You might say something like:
“When I look back at my best client projects, nearly all of them came through introductions or referrals from people in my network. So I’m being more intentional about reconnecting and making sure the people around me know the kind of work I’m doing now.”
This statement positions you as proactive, strategic, and confident — never needy.
2. Share More About Your Core Capabilities
You can also say:
“Because so much of my work comes through my personal and professional network, I’d love to reconnect and share a quick overview of the kinds of clients I help and the results I create. That way, if you come across anyone who could use this kind of support, I’ll already be top of mind.”
Both approaches work beautifully — what matters most is your clarity, tone, and respect for the relationship.
Why This Works
Being visible in someone’s feed isn’t the same as being top of mind in their network.
When you’re in regular, real conversation, you uncover opportunities that would otherwise stay hidden. And this isn’t just something to do when business slows down. Keeping your network warm and active is a habit that builds stability, momentum, and confidence.
You don’t need a viral post to reach decision makers. The best ones are probably already somewhere in your network — you just need to reconnect strategically.
What Comes After Getting Clients in the Door?
Once you’ve reignited conversations and started building momentum, the next step is refining your approach to engaging real decision makers — so those conversations turn into consistent, high-quality consulting work.
That’s where BoldHaus can help.
We partner with self‑employed experts, consultants, and boutique‑firm CEOs who want to:
- Connect with the right B2B decision makers
- Turn conversations into high‑value engagements
- Grow revenue and impact without sacrificing lifestyle
- Keep more of what they earn while building long‑term wealth
If you’re serious about scaling the right way, check out the BoldHaus Collective
— and don’t forget to watch the full video here:
