Table of Contents Introduction Using Your STC Contacts to Gather Information Planning the Move Networking in the New Location Getting Close to Moving Day Hi-Tech Moving Matters Getting Active after the Move Patience is a Virtue

Patience is a Virtue

Building a reputation and a network takes time, so be patient. You must continue your activities for months before you can expect to see true results. You might get lucky and land some projects quickly, but you cannot count on luck. You can count on being consistent in your networking and organizational activities.

I found new clients in a variety of ways, but 90% of my work came directly or indirectly through the professional organizations I became active in. Finding clients is always one of the most challenging tasks independents face. The same tactics that worked in your old location are likely to work in your new one.

Planning, networking, and creativity helped make my move successful. Believe me, it sounds easier than it was. However, colleagues tell me how smoothly they think I made the transition.