1 Grow PCBN PCBN Pacific Coast Business Networking August 12, 2015.
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Transcript of 1 Grow PCBN PCBN Pacific Coast Business Networking August 12, 2015.
Outline
Review the elements of a successful networking group
Conduct a situation analysis
Identify your mission and goals
Gain visibility and promote PCBN
Follow the best networking practices
What Makes a Networking Group Successful?
The essential elements of a successful networking group:
Purpose — How will attendees benefit from attending meetings and making new contacts? Is there a "passion" that will encourage participation?
People — What common interest or need holds your community together?
Promotion — How do you reach out to new people in the area who share an interest in the networking group's purpose for meeting?
Obstacles for Members Joining / Leaving
Lack of money
Lack of time
Lack of leads
Personality conflicts