Firstly, before I go into explaining BNI Australia and the many benefits.
Please head here to check out my chapter BNI Go-Getters which meets every Tuesday evening at 5.30pm.
I meet with these bunch of legends every week, and together we help each other’s business grow with the power of business networking.
Anyways… it’s time to pull out your instant popcorn. As there is a bit of reading below.
Let’s start.
What Is BNI?
Welcome to the world of referral marketing, where small businesses just like yours can unlock the full potential of word-of-mouth advertising and see a steady flow of high-quality leads coming into your business.
Since joining BNI, I’ve been able to help countless business owners, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders just like you tap into the power of referral marketing to grow their businesses.
To this day it is still crazy to hear some of the success stories of small, humble businesses that have created their dream business purely by partnering with like-minded individuals.
Did you know? In the last 12 months alone, BNI members in the North West and Sydney areas have passed over $27 million in referral-based sales to each other, all without any commission, referral finder’s fees, or kickbacks.
Simply joining a chapter like BNI Go-Getters, you’ll be able to see power of word-of-mouth advertising, and you can expect to:
– Fill your pipeline with consistent, high-quality, and high-value referrals.
– Increase sales revenue in your business through trusted relationships.
– Develop referral partnerships with businesses that share your clients.
So if you’re truly committed to growing your business then I invite you to come visit the BNI Go-Getters at the Nexus building every Tuesday evening at 5.30pm.
At these meetings, you’ll have the opportunity to network with other like-minded business owners and entrepreneurs and learn more about the BNI referral marketing system. You’ll also discover how to create a powerful referral marketing strategy that will help you grow your business, and you’ll learn how to build strong relationships with other businesses in your area.
Our chapter meetings are also the perfect place to get your questions answered and receive personalised advice from our experienced BNI members. We understand that every business is unique, and we’re here to help you find the referral marketing strategy that works best for you.
The truth is, referral marketing is one of the most powerful ways to grow your business. It’s a cost-effective way to reach new customers, increase sales, and build a strong reputation in your community. And with BNI, you’ll have the support and guidance you need to make it happen.
Benefits Of Joining A BNI Chapter
Apart from long-lasting relationships – as a member of BNI, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits that will help you grow your business, develop new skills, and expand your professional network.
First and foremost, BNI will help you increase your business prospects. Through our referral marketing system, you’ll substantially increase your business by getting more leads and closing more sales. You’ll also have access to our exclusive training programs, which will help you sharpen your presentation and business skills, giving you an edge over your competition.
Networking is key to growing your business, and BNI offers plenty of opportunities for you to connect with other professionals in your community.
As a member, you’ll be able to participate in up to 52 networking meetings per year (crazy right!) giving you the chance to increase your exposure to many other business professionals in your community.
In addition to these benefits, you’ll also have access to a range of exclusive member resources such as tools and educational materials on networking, public speaking, and business best practices. These resources will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to take your business to the next level and achieve success.
What should you expect the first time you visit BNI?
Joining a BNI chapter is a great way to grow your business through networking and referral marketing. But before you attend a chapter meeting, it’s important to be prepared.
First and foremost, come prepared to talk about your business and how connections with other members can be mutually beneficial. Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any other materials that will help you effectively promote your business.
When you attend a chapter meeting as a visitor, remember that the goal is to get to 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. Be sure to arrive around 15 minutes early, so you don’t miss out on any opportunities for networking and sign in as a visitor.
If you choose to join as a BNI member, you’ll be the only expert in your field. Only one person from each professional speciality is allowed to join a chapter, eliminating the possibility of competition among members. When you join a chapter, you’ll be the sole representative of your field and can develop relationships with others in the chapter as their go-to person for your services.
Who is BNI for?
- Home-Based Businesses
- Tradies
- Serviced-Based Businesses
- Not-For-Profit
- Start-ups
- Independent Contractors
- Sales execs and BDM’s
- Franchises
And any other niche, industry! BNI is super flexible and will work in almost every business case!
My experience so far attending BNI Go-Getters
Without sounding too cheesy… I really do enjoy catching up with my chapter on a Tuesday evening. Although I’m still quite fresh to the chapter compared to some of the other members.
They made me feel welcomed from the moment I walked in.
One of the best things is you can see the fire and drive in every one of the members. It’s super motivating.
Every one of them is there not only to grow their little business into the beast they dream of, but to actually help everyone out.
Yes, BNI is about networking.
But, I think there is more to it…
It’s the comradery and the fact you feel like family to each one of them.
Anyways… enough of the cheesy stuff.
To be quite honest, I’m a pretty out there bloke already. Great in front of the camera, very loud and opinionated. But one thing I never realised was how hard it was to stand up in front of a bunch of cool cats and talk about me, my business and my experience.
It was definitely really hard at first, but I have to admit I’m getting much better at it. I can see that every week I stand up and have my 60 sec quick-fire I’ll progressively get better. It’s all about repetition and practice. Nobody is perfect first go. Or even second, third, or fourth.
So…Interested in finding a local chapter?
The best approach to learn more about how BNI operates is to go to a local chapter meeting and experience it for yourself.
Finding your greatest match in one of the chapters can help you connect because each one has its unique personality.
As mentioned at the start of this article – I attend the BNI Go-Getters on a Tuesday evening at 5.30pm at the Nexus Building in Bella Vista, New South Wales.
So it would be awesome to be able to catch up and have you come as my visitor – my shout. Just message me here.
If this time or date doesn’t suit you, there are plenty of other chapters at different times and days across the Sydney North West & Penrith region you can visit. For more information on these chapters click here.
