Los Gatos Power Partners chapter is represented
by professionals who are some of the best in various business
sectors. This enthusiastic group of people believe in the BNI
philosophy of ‘Givers Gain”. A young chapter that
began in June 2004, already boasts of many professionals who
are dedicated. The group meets at beautiful Los Gatos Lodge every
Tuesday morning at 7AM with full delicious breakfast. The Power
Partners take the referral business seriously and believe in
the ‘Givers
Gain' philosophy!
Please feel free to drop by and see us in action! We guarantee
you will be impressed.
Los Gatos Lodge
50 Los Gatos/Saratoga Road
Los Gatos , CA 95032
(800) 231.8676
(408)
354-3300
People new to networking repeatedly ask us, "What
can I do to meet more people and make better contacts at business
mixers?" In answer to this question, let us share with you
the "Ten Commandments of Networking a Mixer", taken
from the book "The World's Best Known Marketing Secret" by
Dr. Ivan Misner, founder & CEO of Business Network International...
1.
Have your networking tools with you at all
times. (i.e., business cards, name badge, pen, etc.)
2.
Set a goal for the number of people you'll meet.
3.
Act like a host and not a guest.
4.
Listen and ask questions.
5.
Give a lead or referral whenever possible.
6.
Describe your product or service in
60 seconds or less. (Hint: this is not the place to close
the deal!)
7.
Exchange business cards with the people you meet.
8.
Spend 10 minutes or less with each person you meet.
9.
Write comments on the backs of the
business cards you collect. (Especially if you promised
to follow-up with them about anything)
10.
Follow up with the people
you meet. ( This is the MOST important step.
If you skip this you've wasted your time.)
