Editor's Note: This is the first article in a 10-part series identifying the best sales techniques for 2015. To view the rest of the series, visit 100 best sales ideas 2015.

10. Mix business with pleasure

I have gotten leads from going to mixers and business events. I make sure that I have a goal–to make contact with the people that will be my point of reference to a lead, because they know someone that needs what I do. I do not waste their time and always keep it short and simple so not to seem like a pushy person.

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