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What To Expect
To help you get the most out of your first BNI meeting, here are some things to know before you go:
Be Prepared: Visit a chapter prepared to talk about your business. Members are interested in getting to know how connections with visitors can be mutually beneficial. Also, don’t forget to bring your business cards.
Meetings: As a visitor, you can attend a chapter meeting twice. Remember to use this time to get know the chapter personality, and its members, not to promote your business. Meetings are high energy and run according to a structured agenda. They last around 90 minutes with time for additional networking before and after each meeting. Arrive around 15 minutes early so you don’t miss out on any opportunities for networking, and be sure to sign in as a visitor.
You’re the Expert: Only one person from each professional specialty is allowed to join a chapter of BNI, eliminating the possibility of competition among our members. When you join a chapter, you are the sole representative of your field and can develop relationships with others in the chapter as their go-to person for your services.
Benefits of BNI
There are countless benefits to joining BNI.
Increase Business Prospects: You’ll substantially increase your business through referrals.
Professional Development: You’ll have access to our exclusive training programs and opportunities to sharpen your presentation and business skills.
Great Networking Opportunities: Your participation in up to 52 networking meetings per year will increase your exposure to many other business professionals in your community.
Exclusive Member Resources: You’ll have access to a range of tools and educational materials on networking, public speaking and business best-practices.
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Golden Triangle BNI Chapter – Membership Rules
To maintain a strong, productive, and trusted network, members of the Golden Triangle BNI Chapter agree to follow these guidelines:
1. One Member Per Profession
Only one person per professional category is allowed to avoid competition and encourage focused referrals.
2. Attendance Is Mandatory
Members must attend weekly meetings. If you must miss a meeting, a substitute may attend on your behalf. Excessive absences can result in the loss of your seat.
3. Actively Give and Receive Referrals
Members are expected to contribute referrals regularly and follow up on referrals received to maintain the group’s value.
4. Maintain Professional Standards
Members should operate their business with integrity, provide quality products/services, and communicate clearly and professionally.
5. Participate in Chapter Activities
Members are encouraged to take part in chapter roles, training sessions, 1-2-1s (meetings with other members), and other BNI events to strengthen relationships.
6. Keep Dues and Fees Current
Membership dues and chapter fees must be paid on time to maintain good standing.
7. Protect Confidential Information
Respect the privacy of member-shared information and referrals. Trust is key to the chapter’s success.
8. Follow the BNI Code of Ethics
All members must adhere to BNI’s global Code of Ethics as part of their commitment to the organization.
