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# Five referral follow-up habits that protect your reputation

A referral is a transfer of trust. These five habits help BNI members protect that trust and earn more introductions.

## Respond within one business day

Speed signals respect for the referring member and the prospect.

## Thank the referrer privately

A short update before the weekly meeting prevents awkward silence in the room.

## Close the loop publicly when appropriate

Report outcomes in TYFCB when business closes — it teaches the room what good looks like.

## Next step

### Practice in the room

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