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Dania Networking Events

These photos are from one of our recent Dania Networking Events. This was a free networking event our group hosted at the new Padrino's Cuban Restaurant in Dania Pointe. One of the advantages of joining our business referral group is that we have free events like this...

Hollywood Referral Group

Hollywood Free Networking Events.We like to have free networking events about every 4-6 weeks. This month we decided it was time for another one of our free Hollywood networking events. Additionally, we decided to try something new so we went to the Sidecar Speakeasy....

Free Networking Events

We conduct free networking events monthly for the benefit of the members of our business referral groups. For example, these photos were taken at our April 4 2019 free networking event. The event was open to all business people. We try to find unique, out of the way...

Hunting vs Farming

The photo at the top of the page was taken at our Hollywood networking group during our second meeting. In a business referral group we sometimes speak about the difference between hunting and farming. If we think about a hunter and what a hunter does; a hunter goes...

Networking Groups

Networking groups provide many benefits to their members in addition to the obvious benefit. For instance, you may join to get referrals from the other members. Consequently, you may be interested in practicing your public speaking skills. By joining a networking...

Networking Events

Business Referral Groups There are many benefits related to attending networking events. As a business person, you may consider joining some type of local business referral group or networking group. Your purpose would be getting referrals that will lead to new...

Proactive Vs. Reactive Business Referrals

As long as you are in constant communication will others, you will undoubtedly find yourself in a position to give a “reactive” referral.  This opportunity will present itself on a silver platter because the person will ask if you “know someone” that can help with...

Types of Business Referrals… Ranked.

“My friend needs your service so I gave them your card, they said they would call you.” Have you ever heard that one before?  What are the chances you receive that call...10%?...5%?  Maybe even closer to 1%?? The infamous “gave them your card” referral is better than...

What’s the Difference?

Local Networking Groups Not all local networking groups are created equally.  For instance, have you ever walked into a room hoping to connect with the right people, but you soon realize it’s just your standard business card mixer?  Sure, someone you meet might be...