Relationships matter — not just in your personal life, but in your business life, too. To start with the obvious point, long-term relationships with your customers can help sustain your business well into the future, helping you garner more referrals and repeat business. But you also need good relationships with vendors and suppliers, which can potentially help you get better deals and save some money. It’s even worth it to pursue collegial relationships with your competitors, allowing you to develop a positive reputation within your industry.
Of course, good relationships don’t happen by accident. They come about only through hard work
