Elevating Your Referral Strategy with Levitate
Referrals are one of the most powerful (and cost-effective) ways to grow your business — but they only work if you have a strategy in place. If asking for referrals or reviews always ends up at the bottom of your to-do list, you’re not alone. With Levitate, you can automate and scale your referral process without sacrificing authenticity.
Why Focus on Referrals?
- 37% of customers make a purchase when referred by a friend.
- 4x more trust is placed in referrals from people we know.
92% higher retention rate for referred clients (vs. non-referred).
3 Keys to a Stronger Referral Engine
- Automate Outreach
Use Levitate to automatically send follow-up requests for:
- Google reviews
- Client referrals
- Feedback surveys
- Leverage Pre-Made Content
Tap into Levitate’s ready-to-use:
- Email templates
- Social media posts
These help you stay in touch and keep referrals top of mind — even during busy seasons.
- Add a Personal Touch
Send handwritten thank-you cards to show appreciation and build deeper client loyalty.
Timing Is Everything
- Reach out right after a great client experience.
- Use holidays and awareness days to check in with happy clients.
Stay visible by posting consistently on social media.
Extra Tips for Getting More Referrals
- Partner Smart: Work with complementary businesses who serve a similar audience.
- Make It Easy: Provide referral cards or digital templates your clients can quickly share.
- Offer Mutual Value: Create a two-way street by also referring clients to your partners.
By putting these tools and tips into action, you can build a consistent, authentic referral engine that works for you — not the other way around.