Independent Work Glossary
Referral Operations
A repeatable, relationship-first practice for creating and handling introductions.
What it means
Referral operations include recognizing client milestones, making specific low-pressure asks, giving an easy forwardable description, responding promptly, and closing the loop respectfully.
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