Comments on: Anchor Your Networking Group with Strong Relationships

By: David Stinner

David Stinner — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:29:33 +0000

Ivan,
That was a great example of the connects we need to build in our chapter. I will be working harder to build relationship with more members in my chapter, becuase the ones I have built the stongest connection to so far are also the ones who are giving me the most qualified referals in return.
David Stinner
US itek
http://www.usitek.com
BNI Circle of Excellence, Buffalo, NY

By: Jenny Neesam

Jenny Neesam — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:08:52 +0000

I have always been a believer in forming strong links with people, but haven’t always found it easy to do. Since joining BNI however it has become a little easier, and the committment of the BNI members has been a lot more sincere enabling the links to be stronger; it’s about honesty and open mindedness.

By: Margaret Davis

Margaret Davis — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:41:04 +0000

Wo what a great analogy. This is something I will want to share wtih others as I build my own chain! Thanks from Crossville:=)

By: Marilee Jacobi-Popovich

Marilee Jacobi-Popovich — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:50:35 +0000

Just want to let you know what took place at yesterday morning’s North Lake Chapter of BNI in Northwest Indiana. It was an exciting meeting in so may ways. First of all it was Guest Day with a good turn-out. Secondly, Alyne Dawson-Washington, our Educational Coordinator read portions of the transcript from BNI Podcast Episode 122: “The Strength of Your Anchor”. I wished I would have brought my recorder to have captured the inspiring moment. Her presentation was so elegant and the group was very taken by your words. Finally, I had to follow with my 10-Minute Presentation — what a great segue because I feel it helped me set the group’s hair on fire!

Thank you Dr. Misner for your weekly podcasts.

Marilee Jacobi-Popovich

By: Trevor D'Enyar

Trevor D'Enyar — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 04:24:55 +0000

As a new member of BNI (one month) I am fast becoming aware of its value and power.I have been in sales since I was 20 and have developed my networking skills from many sources over the years. BNI takes networking to a much higher dimension of insight and effectiveness. I have done 6 dance cards, so have 31 to go. They are very valuable and as you say they are vital links in the network chain of success. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

By: Joan Geraghty

Joan Geraghty — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:43:54 +0000

Thank you for the reminder. In our chapter we are working very hard to bring in new visitors and grow – which may be taking the focus off developing our own existing relationships. So much potential everywhere.

By: Sandi Duval

Sandi Duval — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:06:29 +0000

Thank you for this great article! Members learn more easily through pictures that we paint in their minds, and this analogy paints a great picture of a very strong chain, link by link. Dance Card One to One meetings and creating Power Teams can all strengthen the chain. And a great point was made never to prejudge a profession in your chapter, all members and their professions can help each other grow and prosper if they work together!

By: kerry wiley

kerry wiley — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:56:04 +0000

I feel as if my BNI group is successful because of our “links” to one another. We have many 1-1 meetings and build relationships with each other regardless of business. We have amazing leadership, and members who are supportive professionally and personally. Thanks for the anchor.
Sincerely,
KW

By: Bob DeGange

Bob DeGange — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:24:07 +0000

How illuminating! As I read the article I realized not only what I did not see in my BNI experience, but what I desire. Life to me is about relationships,not business.

By: Peter Roberts

Peter Roberts — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:45:44 +0000

Wow – that was powerful. I shall use that (abbreviated) when talking to clients.

I am in sales and think it very important to refocus periodically on what we do and how others perceive us.

The anchor and chain can be compared to all relationships and is a powerful tool if used correctly.