Article contributed by Geoff Kirkwood.
This is a 2-3 minute activity that involves those at the meeting.
You will need to read it through beforehand and be prepared.
What you say out loud to the group is in larger type in bold.
Purpose: To focus on ways to build relationships.
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Start by telling the members…..
Last week we looked at what we consider the most important aspects of a relationship and listed the following three.
1. Reliability
2. Integrity
3. Trust
This week let’s look at the second one – Integrity!
What things can you do to give your BNI team the belief in your integrity?
Repeat some of the answers and then list the following….
1. Honesty – nothing undermines a relationship faster than the lack of honesty. And this not only relates to telling the truth – it includes letting your fellow members know what you think about the referrals you receive; both good and bad.
2. Performance – doing what you say you will do no matter how hard it turns out to be. No-one likes a “gunna” – “gunna” do this and “gunna” do that – someone who promises a lot and delivers much less.
3. Ethics – adherence to the Code of Ethics, no matter what. Whether it is the BNI Code of Ethics or another stricter code, adherence to a code of ethics stands you out from the crowd.
Always remember the philosophy of BNI – Givers Gain. You will get what you receive. If you act with Integrity you will be treated with Integrity.
More importantly, the relationships you build will last a lifetime.
