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When businesses start up, they often have one or two key customers. This is a great way to test and develop a product, but relying on one or two loyal customers leaves your business exposed and limits your growth. Expanding your customer portfolio isn’t just a strategic priority, it’s a necessary requirement to growing any business. Finding new customers beyond your initial network can feel incredibly daunting. That first customer is often a contact that you know, or a lucky break, but growing a comprehensive customer portfolio takes time and effort. This guide breaks down how to grow your customer base, and how to keep those new relationships strong once you’ve won them.