1,326,624
I have belonged to a service group for years that meets for breakfast. It has led to leads and business.
If you are active in any group, you have a chance to display the type of person that you are. Make sure the group members know that you are a real estate agent. Then it is up to them to decide if you are the right person to help them with their real estate needs.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Phoenix, AZ
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
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Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Greg Large
Grove City, OH
1,209,225
It depends if you like the breakfast. or actually do you have a better use of your time? That is my big threshold. I am a firm believer that realtors do not make money hangng out with other realtors. the social aspect of this business is definitely different than the business side.
What is the best use of my time today?
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Karen Climer
Orlando, FL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Susan Emo
Kingston, ON
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Peter Mohylsky, Destin...
Miramar Beach, FL
3,350,764
It certainly can, Will Hamm
Yet, I am adding that it will depend on the networking group. Many networking groups are tight groups that know each other well and confidently make referrals.
I've attended some groups where the people seemed only to be there for what they could get and less interested in giving. That is a formula that does not work well.
Along those lines, the people must be able to provide exceptional service to get my endorsement. Some people lack the ability to do tht.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
914,198
Not really.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Peter Mohylsky, Destin...
Miramar Beach, FL
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
5,773,367
It depends who attends, and their character. And are they on your wave length, that is the real question. A
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Phoenix, AZ
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Greg Large
Grove City, OH
5,856,609
Hi Will- I've belonged to many breakfast and lunch networking groups and it all depends. It depends on the other members as well as how much you're willing to put into it.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Phoenix, AZ
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
2,684,769
Breakfast, no. Cocktail hour, yes.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Byron K . Jones
Coatesville, PA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Margaret Rome Baltimor...
Pikesville, MD
648,525
it definitely can, depends on what you put into it, and suggest your mindset is helping group members referring business to them, think you will find you get a better return. also, caveat is to vet the members to make sure they are competent and trustworthy.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
390,348
Yes. Networking is a magnificent way to meet people who may have business connections that could lead to more opportunities for your business. Whether it's through an informal meeting at a coffee shop or on-site at one of our weekly breakfast meetings, there are plenty of ways you can network with other professionals in your industry or other industries and get connected with potential leads.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Mayra Espinosa Realtor...
Pacifica, CA
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Will Hamm
Aurora, CO
1,153,794
Simply going out to breakfast has been a better tool for business. Most conversations will turn to real estate at some point.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
4,725,100
Yes, I believe it does. Business always comes for me from the people that know and trust me. Networking is a great way to show that you are trustworthy and people are willing to call upon you when they have a referral.
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Fort Lauderdale, FL
5,117,178
I have never found such networking events particularly useful. I'd rather have breakfast with a previous client... that leads to business.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
1,555,089
I know it does, I belonged to BNI and I do belong to The SD Chamber of Commerce. Cha-ching!
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
1,507,073
Not the one I went to... plus they all start way too early.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
1,458,269
I can't imagine attending - I've not eaten breakfast in over 50 years!! It would all depend on the group; are they there to give or receive?
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
381,757
nope
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
3,142,081
Was not successful for me but wish you well Will Hamm!
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
853,912
Potentially... All depends upon the nature of the group & their commitment to supporting each other.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
5,246,545
Depends on the makeup of the group and your degree of active participation.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
634,115
You never know where your next deal will come from. Expanding your SOI is always a good thing!
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
7,871,560
It depends upon the quality and motivations of the attendees.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
4,182,258
Hello Will Hamm generally going to networking breakfast group can help generate business.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Buzz Mackintosh
Frederick, MD
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
2,785,606
Having a full stomach is a good start....
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
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Fred Griffin Florida R...
Tallahassee, FL
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
1,202,697
It can't hurt and you'll be meeting some new folks...maybe
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Steve Higgins
Kelowna, BC
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
808,779
Yes I have received business from our breakfast group. I have also referred others to those in our group.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
1,078,451
I know it does, if you have the right group. I've done loans for fellow Rotarians, and just being a Rotarian got me a meeting with one of the highest producing real estate agents in my market when I was just a year into the business.
Not all groups are created equal, but a good group is good for business and for the soul : ) Plus, who doesn't love breakfast?
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,590,566
OMG yes. I was heavily involved with the Chamber I met a lot of amazing people, some that are clients to this day. And that started years and years ago. We met every Friday at 7:00 for an hour. Power packed group.
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
921,504
BNI has been around for decades. Some seem to be receiving value.
I find ANY group that embraces the culture of 'YES' will prove extremely beneficial.
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,168,234
It's not my thing to try to get business at social events and eating a meal with others for me is a social event.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Jerrill Ewing
Eatonton, GA
6,425,924
Breakfast is importand, beyond that it depends on what you do during and after the event.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Jerrill Ewing
Eatonton, GA
836,135
You get what you give. All networking should have a platform. Purpose/theme of meeting (agenda)
Articulating haves and wants spreads the word over time.
Handing out business cards and not exchanging value should exclude you from the group.😎
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
1,057,664
Networking here gets me far more business and I don't have to get dressed, seriously been there done that and no.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Jerrill Ewing
Eatonton, GA
766,969
We are in a relationship business so such gatherings are beneficial to ones future in our profession. However timing is essential as is time management so we must all choose where and when we network.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
2,190,182
I belonged to a BNI-type group when I was working and the answer is definitely YES! Everyone is there to give and get leads. I got quite a bit of business from it. Any networking group is good if done properly. I was very involved in various golf organizations and got a lot of business from that. I never actually "solicited" for business but everyone knew what I did so when they had real estate questions or needed real estate services they talked to me. What could be better than getting business from having fun?
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
637,484
I'm a big believer in networking. But have not liked the breakfast club thing. Too forced. I make more contacts at the athletic club I belong to and where I swim every morning. Better for my health, too.
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
135,824
it has
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Doug Dawes
Topsfield, MA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT