A question plaguing anybody who has to do any marketing – not just referral networking at BNI – is “how do I get through to my target market, and how …
BNI tips for members
It a social context it’s generally considered rude to talk too much about yourself. In fact, people who spend more time listening or ‘drawing out the other person’ are considered …
I often have people tell me that they have visited a BNI chapter and like the concept, but didn’t join because the chapter members weren’t their target market – how …
In my travels around BNI chapters – as an assistant director — I have to say the single biggest mistake most people make is to waffle during their 60 seconds, …
Grow the grass or kill the weeds?
Article contributed by Brian Noble. Occasionally BNI members decide to do their own thing rather than continuing with BNI. Looking back on the history I ask myself “why do they …
Christchurch Relief Efforts
As we continue to promote the New Zealand Red Cross appeal – we are receiving an increasing number of requests for direct help from members as well as offers of …
The Three A’s of Awesome
Neil Pasricha started his blog 1000 Awesome Things, as a small reminder — in a world of rising sea levels, global conflict, and a troubled economy — of the free, …
International Networking Week
On this video you will hear the BNI Chairman and Founder – Dr Ivan Misner talking about International Networking Week. Ivan gives some great tips about Networking – to include …
When you meet somebody in business ask them: “Are you a member of BNI?” The thought of doing this may give you pause, but bear with me… Asking somebody …
Finding Your Starting Point
Article contributed by Dr. Ivan Misner. If you have little or no experience with referral marketing, it would be a mistake to jump into action without preparing yourself. Central to …