3 Key successful methods I use to manage relationships with our partners in Interior Design
One of the key things that helps us succeed here at Sahihi Interior Builders is our relationships with our partners, suppliers, contractors and seasonal workers. We believe that the way we treat a client should be extended to the way we treat those we work with as we provide our great services to our clients.
As an account manager with sales and marketing skills, here at Sahihi Interior Builders, I work with our partners a lot. These include; our property managers, caretakers and guards who provide security to our properties and premises.
On many occasions, we tend to overlook the simplest of things which bring so much joy and gratitude to those we work with. Well, I take advantage of the simple things and use them well to make a partners’ day and possibly develop a lasting professional relationship.
Visits
Anyone could use a visit once in a while. I pay our partners a visit frequently and I always enjoy spending time with them whenever I do so. Just stopping by and checking on how the property managers are fairing on is one of my simple things that I enjoy doing.
Calls
Whenever I am unable to do my frequent visits, I call up my partners. I listen to their challenges whenever they want to share, and I provide workable solutions to them.
Which often serve as essential solutions. I give them hope whenever I am unable to give any solutions too. I feel happy when I know that I’ve become a trusted friend whenever I see a call from any one of them.
Treats
Lunch treats are the best! We get to eat together and spend time together. These are my perfect moments to give the caretakers referrals to clients looking for office space. I also do refer property managers to upcoming buildings around the city. This makes our partnership a win-win relationship.
On top of creating amazing relationships with our partners, I like the fact that we never lack clients through their referrals. Our partners always remember the good deeds through giving back. That’s why I never get tired of creating connections with new partners at Sahihi or sustaining trust with our old partners.
My professional experience in sales and marketing has been key in enabling me to comprehend first meetings much better. I am able to get a better idea of the best ways to create and sustain meaningful professional relationships with clients and/or partners.
About the author: Cecilia Wambui is an Account Manager at Sahihi Interior Builders. She is responsible of communicating with Sahihi’s potential and active clients
