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Where Business Grows Through Trusted Connections

Where Business Grows Through Trusted Connections

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CONNECT WITH LOCAL MELBOURNE BUSINESS OWNERS.
GET QUALITY REFERRALS EVERY WEEK. GROW YOUR BUSINESS OVER 30% PER YEAR.

CONNECT WITH LOCAL MELBOURNE BUSINESS OWNERS.
GET QUALITY REFERRALS EVERY WEEK. 

GROW YOUR BUSINESS OVER 30% PER YEAR.

Discover a network of like minded business owners that are committed to helping you skyrocket your personal and professional growth.

Discover a network of like minded business owners that are committed to helping you skyrocket your personal and professional growth.

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MEMBER RESULTS
Check out what our members have to say

MEMBER RESULTS
Check out what our members have to say

AN EXTRA $4,500 OF WORK IN HIS FIRST MONTH!

Meet Dave, a tradie who added approximately $90,000 in turnover in his first year with BNI.

When you join BNI, business networking groups, you’re surrounded by other business owners doing the same thing in different areas. In my group, we’ve all got each other’s backs not just as fellow members, but as mates. If you want to grow and be more profitable, but feel like you’re treading water right now… you’d be crazy not to give it a go.

BNI HAS PRETTY MUCH DOUBLED MY BUSINESS

Meet Charl, a property management business owner who has benefited from the wealth of knowledge in his fellow BNI members.

I’ve met so many people that have helped me in far more than just a dollar perspective. The expertise of other members in their own areas has really benefited my business. My business has solidified and strengthened thanks to BNI.

NEARLY TRIPLED IN SIZE IN LESS THAN 12 MONTHS!

Meet Kim, a bookkeeping expert who transformed her business with BNI, growing her team and achieving greater flexibility.

It was a hard slog so it was really hard to find genuine connections and leads through natural causes. Joined networking groups before, but the difference is, the size and the energy sort of blows you away. It's very impressive. Catapulted us, we've nearly tripled in size in nearly 12 months. I've managed to put on my first staff member, which is pretty exciting.

DISCOVER WHAT BNI CAN DO 
​FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

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DISCOVER WHAT BNI CAN DO 
​FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

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3 REASONS TO JOIN TODAY

3 REASONS TO JOIN TODAY

FACT

SMALL BUSINESS IS HYPER COMPETITIVE

... and it's harder than ever to stand out in the crowd.


01.

Running a small business alone can be tough

02.

Referral marketing is incredibly effective

03.

Advertising your business is expensive

Around 60% will go bust within their first three years.


 - 29% will fail because they run out of cash.

 - 19% will be outcompeted.

 - 14% will fail because of poor marketing.

BNI helps members avoid these problems by supplying their businesses with good quality leads every single week. So you spend less time and money chasing new work, and can grow your business faster.    

    Referrals are the most trusted sources of new leads for any business. They convert into customers easier than paid leads… and they don’t cost you a cent in marketing and advertising.

    - 92% of consumers trust referrals from people they know. (Source: Annex Cloud)
    - Customers referred by other customers have a 37% higher retention rate.(Source: Think with Google)
    - Referral leads have a 30% higher conversion rate than leads from any other channel. (Source: Annex Cloud)

      

      Getting new leads to your business is time consuming, labour intensive, and expensive. The average SME spends $5,000+ a year just on Facebook ads*. And that amount is growing as more new businesses enter the market and compete for attention online.

      When you join BNI you immediately get a team of 30+ other business owners actively looking for leads for you every week. And you don’t pay them a cent for their help – you simply return the favour.https://www.webapex.com.au/facebook-ads-cost

        01.

        Running a small business alone can be tough
        Around 60% will go bust within their first three years.
         - 29% will fail because they run out of cash.
         - 19% will be outcompeted.
         - 14% will fail because of poor marketing.
        BNI helps members avoid these problems by supplying their businesses with good quality leads every single week. So you spend less time and money chasing new work, and can grow your business faster.
         

        02.

        Referral marketing is incredibly effective
        Referrals are the most trusted sources of new leads for any business. They convert into customers easier than paid leads… and they don’t cost you a cent in marketing and advertising.
        - 92% of consumers trust referrals from people they know. (Source: Annex Cloud)
        - Customers referred by other customers have a 37% higher retention rate.(Source: Think with Google)
        - Referral leads have a 30% higher conversion rate than leads from any other channel. (Source: Annex Cloud)

        03.

        Advertising your business is expensive
        Getting new leads to your business is time consuming, labour intensive, and expensive. The average SME spends $5,000+ a year just on Facebook ads*. And that amount is growing as more new businesses enter the market and compete for attention online.
        When you join BNI you immediately get a team of 30+ other business owners actively looking for leads for you every week. And you don’t pay them a cent for their help – you simply return the favour.https://www.webapex.com.au/facebook-ads-cost

        WANT TO SEE 
        MORE RESULTS?

        WANT TO SEE 
        MORE RESULTS?

        Easily 35% of my total revenue comes from BNI referrals

        Brad Conyers, ExpressNet

        I’ve made over 15 times my initial investment with BNI

        James Persson, Unbranded Digital

        We’ve gone from 20-30k per annum up to nearly the 100k mark

        Lorraine McLennan, Sankiri Dog Training

        We’ve been able to track
        over 500k in business
        through BNI

        Jim Radford, Image Direct

        Over 30% of my turnover
        comes as a direct result of me being a member of BNI

        Barry Hodge, Peninsula Telecom

        Since I joined BNI four years ago, my business has quadrupled in size and turnover. I don’t spend my time running around doing everything anymore – now I have a team to support me

        Tim Greehnam, Emerald Building Services

        I get about 30-50% of my work through BNI. It’s a real winner

        Daryl Gordon, Daryl Gordon Photography

        Easily 35% of my total revenue comes from BNI referrals

        Brad Conyers, ExpressNet

        I’ve made over 15 times my initial investment with BNI

        James Persson, Unbranded Digital

        We’ve gone from 20-30k per annum up to nearly the 100k mark

        Lorraine McLennan, Sankiri Dog Training

        We’ve been able to track
        over 500k in business
        through BNI

        Jim Radford, Image Direct

        Over 30% of my turnover
        comes as a direct result of me being a member of BNI

        Barry Hodge, Peninsula Telecom

        Since I joined BNI four years ago, my business has quadrupled in size and turnover. I don’t spend my time running around doing everything anymore – now I have a team to support me

        Tim Greehnam, Emerald Building Services

        I get about 30-50% of my work through BNI. It’s a real winner

        Daryl Gordon, Daryl Gordon Photography

        WANT RESULTS LIKE THESE 
        FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

        WANT RESULTS LIKE THESE 
        FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

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        6,600+

        Australian Members

        300K

        Member Referrals 
        (last 12 months)

        220+

        Chapters

        $500M

        Australian Members Closed Business (last 12 months)

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        IS BNI REALLY RIGHT FOR MY BUSINESS?

        IS BNI REALLY RIGHT FOR MY BUSINESS?

        YES! It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, or whether you are a team or 1 or 100. BNI is a PROVEN system for business success that WORKS.

        YES! It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, or whether you are a team or 1 or 100. BNI is a PROVEN system for business success that WORKS.

        WHAT IS REALLY INVOLVED?

        FOCUS AND ACCOUNTABILITY
        The power of BNI lies in it’s business-first focus. BNI meetings follow a structured agenda where members have the opportunity to showcase their business, ask for referrals, and thank others that have given them business.

        “Your BNI group gives you 35 people who are committed to helping you grow. It’s like having a sales team working for you 24/7.”


        WHY IS IT SO EASY?

        A PROVEN SYSTEM FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
        Does finding new leads and clients feel like a never-ending Easter egg hunt? BNI connects you with a group that catches up every week to share opportunities and help grow each other’s businesses.

        So you can spend less time and money on advertising, and spend more time growing your business, spending time with your family, and enjoying being in business!

        “When people ask me, ‘Why BNI?’ I say, ‘Why not?’”

        WHEN DO I SEE A RETURN?

        ON AVERAGE $60,000 ROI IN YOUR FIRST YEAR

        Many members report getting thousands of dollars in work within their first months in BNI. As for how much you can make long-term, really it’s up to you – the more you give, the more you will get.

        But it’s not all about the money (although that part is great), it’s about the support for each other and lifelong friendships that are made along the way. You can’t put a price on that kind of value.


        WHY DO I HAVE TO COME EACH WEEK?

        BUSINESS IS ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS. AND SO IS BNI!
        Meeting each week means that we are able to form and maintain strong relationships with our fellow members, and stay front-of-mind with our 30+ referral partners each week.

        It’s all about keeping that all-important momentum going, so your referrals keep on coming. And besides, we all enjoy getting together to connect and share what we’re going through.

        WHAT HAPPENS AT A BNI MEETING

        WHAT HAPPENS AT A BNI MEETING

        The BNI difference

        Have you ever been to a networking event and found yourself in a room full of takers? Everyone just shoving their business cards at each other, going home and waiting for calls that never come? At BNI we’re committed to giving, building solid relationships, and helping each other grow.

        What you get

        Your membership buys you a year’s worth of weekly meetings where members get together to give and receive referrals, educate about their business, and connect with other business owners over a friendly breakfast. Many members report making back their entire year’s membership costs in their first month.

        How it works

        BNI operates under the principle of ‘Giver’s Gain’. Basically, if you help people, they will help you back. Not only is this a way for everyone to win, but it feels good to connect and serve others. That’s the real currency of BMI:

        Connection.

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        FAQ

        How do I know if BNI is 
        right for me?

        There are three main benefits of being a BNI member:

        1. Getting quality referral leads to your business

        2. Growing your network and making lifelong friendships

        3. Developing personally and professionally


        If you think these things will benefit you and your business, then BNI is right for you!

        How many business of the same profession are in each chapter?

        Just one! Your membership buys you an exclusive seat. We have one specialty per chapter. One photographer. One designer. One plumber. One mortgage broker.

        If you think these things will benefit you and your business, then BNI is right for you!

        My business is specialised / general... would BNI work for my industry?

        There are seven main contact spheres in BNI:

         - Professional services
         - Trades
         - Finance
         - Construction
         - Retail
         - Healthcare
         - Training and coaching

        If you think about it, people hire a range of businesses every day. Does your landscaping client need an accountant? Does your accounting client need a plumber? Maybe they are thinking about renovating their entire house… you’ve got a trusted designer to recommend! And a builder to boot.

        Being a member of BNI makes you part of a network of business owners all giving and receiving work. Not only do you get to give back to the business owners that are giving opportunities to you, but you also are able to give more value to your own clients thanks to your trusty ‘little black book’ of vetted and trustworthy fellow professionals.

        How do I know that the businesses I refer to are reputable?

        Memberships are by application, and reviewed by the Membership Committee of each Chapter. There is a rigorous vetting process, including interviews and reference checks to ensure that the businesses involved in BNI are of the highest calibre.

        We also have a Code of Ethics and a strong set of professional values that each member lives by. Each member is committed to upholding these standards to elevate the entire group.

        Trust is our most important currency, and we take it very seriously. Any failure to uphold our values by a member of the group is investigated and actioned appropriately.

        How is BNI different to other networking groups?

        Business networking can be a bit hit and miss. Some events you might go to are more socially focused, and if you happen to touch on business then that’s lucky. At other events you might just swap cards and never call each other.

        BNI is business-focused first, and driven by the principle of giving. It has a structure that keeps everyone accountable, keeps everyone following up, and is guaranteed to bring you more business if you work the system.

        The more you put into the program, the more you can count on getting new business referrals every week, every month, from your BNI team.

        Discover what BNI can do for your business!

        Book a convenient time to visit your local group and experience BNI for yourself.

        Discover what BNI can do for your business!

        Book a convenient time to visit your local group and experience BNI for yourself.

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