Because you never brought up business with them, your friends might assume you don't do business with friends, have more clients than you can handle or don't offer what they need to buy. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Many people like to prospect strangers, because if they say, "Not interested, buzz off" you never need to see them again. We find talking business with friends awkward. Here are five reasons to do it.

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