From the Founder
I Refuse to Participate in a Recession!
When you can't control the economy, control your response.
By Dr. Ivan Misner, BNI Founder and Chairman

Talk of a recession??? Now, more than ever, business people need to network to stay in business. Show this article to anyone wondering whether now is the time to join BNI!

According to Dr. Ivan Misner, you can actually prosper—do your personal best—while everyone else flounders in fear. This month Dr. Misner and BNI Area Director Tim Houston share their insights on how do so. | Click to continue.


Art of Networking
Measuring Your Networking Success: Is It Worth It?
By Mike Zinni, ZINCASTLE Software Systems

Several years ago, when I chose to operate my business by referral, I participated in various programs that aided referral-based businesses. I quickly realized that I could not answer the most basic questions about whether my networking activities were successful.

I had a "gut feeling" based on the referrals I was giving and receiving, but as several of my employees also began to participate in networking activities, I became concerned about the return on my investment. | Click to continue.


To The Next Level
And the Moral of the Story Is …
If you miss BNI, you miss an opportunity.
By Jeff Ensinger, BNI Executive Director - BNI of Central Illinois

This article is for one of three BNI people:

• You just joined.
• You haven't gone through MSP (Member Success Program for new members).
• You just received that infamous letter #3. You know, the letter that says you missed your 3rd meeting, reminds you about the substitution policy, and explains that upon your 4th absence your profession will be opened up for another person.

Or maybe you identify with all three: You just joined, didn't go through MSP, and now you've missed your 3rd meeting. | Click to continue.


Breaking News
Worldwide BNI Meeting in Kuala Lumpur

To join the largest-ever gathering of BNI members from around the globe, clear your schedule May 27 and 28, 2008, and travel to Malaysia! BNI is hosting a meeting in Kuala Lumpur. The forum will allow members to exchange ideas for maximizing results from your membership. | Click to continue.


Words of Wisdom
7 Qualities of Visionary Leadership
Becoming the "captain of your fate."
By Brian Tracy

As a member of BNI, you are a leader in your field. Devoted to achieving a higher level of results, you set an example to everyone around you. Your job is to continue to grow as a leader in your work and personal life-always charging ahead to where you want to be tomorrow.

Over the years, there have been more than 33,000 studies into the qualities of top leaders. All conclude that "vision" is the most identifiable quality of a leader. | Click to continue.

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BNI in the News
Press Releases Work!

BNI HQ would like to take a moment to remind all our chapters of the value of press releases. While you may feel press releases come off as sales pitches, you'd be surprised how effective they really are. Your chapter name will be out in the open, published for people who are unaware that you're in their area. | Click to continue.