New Member Guidelines:
WEBSITE: http://www.hangwithus.net/
Meeting:
E v e r y W e d n e s d a y 7 : 3 0 A M - 8
: 3 0 A M
at Springhill Suites by Marriott, Burr Ridge, IL
15W90 North Frontage Dr, NW of County Line Rd & I-55
Our Purpose
The purpose of the Hinsdale Area Networking Group
is to assist our members with getting good business referrals that
will expand business success. Our networking group is dedicated to
maximizing the use of our time and resources to get good business
referrals. To accomplish this goal, we use a method of timed repetition
of information. We are dedicated to increasing our business success.
Membership
Guests and new members are always welcome! If you are interested
in becoming a member of our group, please complete our Membership
Application, and bring it to one of our Wednesday breakfast
meetings.
Fees
Guests are welcome to attend up to 3 meetings at no cost. Our membership
fee is $30 per month, collected on a quarterly
basis which includes a free breakfast at each meeting, group marketing
materials, and group mixer expenses.
Lead Definition
A business name, contact person and phone numberof someone who has
an interest in your product or srvice and is expecting to be contact
in a reasonable amount of time.
Mentoring Program
A designated “mentor” will be assigned to guide the
New Member through the initial phase of being a HANG member: by:
1. Explaining
that attendance is crucial to not only giving, by receiving leads
2. Defining what is a qualified lead… and the “Card” that
should be filled out and
presented at the time of the lead.
3. Explaining
what is entailed in a member’s presentation as a speaker.
4. Making sure the New Member receives a full “book” of
business cards given to him by
the group.
5. Explaining that there are materials (printed pieces) that are
available to promote not
only his/her business, but the group as a whole.
A.Fold over
business card that lists everyone and their business
B. A Tri-fold brochure that has a list and pictures of all the
members of the HANG group.
C. Coupon Book opportunities
6. Reviewing the “social” aspects involved in being
a HANG member
A.
Golf Outings
B.
Mixers
C.
Christmas party
7. Reviewing the chamber membership(s) available through the Group
and explaining the
“Networking” that is available through
these associations.
Typical Meeting
- Open meeting with: The Purpose
- Read what defines a “Qualified Lead”
- Introductions/Short “promotion” on yourself
and business – 30-seconds
- Announcements / “business” of the Club
- Passing of Leads
- Speakers: 2-Speakers / week 10 Minutes each
- 2nd Round of Promotionals
- Reading of Creed
- Meeting adjourned
Attendance
It is expected that members in good
standing will attend 3 out of 4 meetings that are held monthly.
