PRE – Professional Referral Exchange

Why join a networking group? Here’s a great example and explanation of why to B2B.

Benefits Of Membership

Why Join a Business Networking Group?

Thank you for your interest in joining Professional Referral Exchange! Please keep in mind these benefits of becoming a member:

  • Be the only person in your business category in your Chapter.
  • Have the opportunity to receive “qualified” business referrals to expand your customer base and generate more business.
  • Connect with fellow members who aggressively act as a sales force for your business and are committed to helping you succeed.
  • Follow a proven structured weekly meeting agenda to improve your opportunities to generate business.
  • Present information about your business each week to enhance “word of mouth” advertising.
  • Have the ability to refer business to and receive business from professionals you know, like and trust.
  • Access a business potential of 250+ people times the number of members in your Chapter.
  • Develop long term friendships and experience the satisfaction that comes from helping other people.
  • Recognize opportunities to act as a resource for your clients and associates.
  • Get greater exposure for your business as more people join your Chapter.
  • Be supported by an Advisory Board of experienced PRE Members who evaluate ideas for overall organization development and effectiveness.
  • Receive a monthly newsletter from your Chapter that tallies referrals, shares articles and communicates information.
  • Participate in personal development sessions on effective networking techniques to improve your abilities.
  • Gain insights and tips from Business professionals in your Chapter that help you manage your business more effectively.
  • Have your business listed on PRE’s World Wide Web site.

Top Questions To Ask (and know) at Your Next Networking Function

Networking is about developing and maintaining good relationships.  It takes some planning and effort on your part.  Asking the right questions will provide you with an opportunity to get to know a person.  Don’t know what to ask… here are some questions to get you started.  Just remember, you will want to know the answers to these same questions about your own business.     Tell me about your business, what do you do? Who is your ideal client? What is your goal for next year? What is the most unique aspect of what you do? What type of client is your least profitable and why? What is your biggest challenge? What is your biggest accomplishment so far? How can I help you in business and networking? Don’t stop there!  It is good practice to come up with some more questions on your own.  Keep in mind, you want to stand out in the crowd.

  1. Tell me about your business, what do you do?
  2. Who is your ideal client?
  3. What is your goal for next year?
  4. What is the most unique aspect of what you do?
  5. What type of client is your least profitable and why?
  6. What is your biggest challenge?
  7. What is your biggest accomplishment so far?
  8. How can I help you in business and networking?

Don’t stop there!  It is good practice to come up with some more questions on your own.

What to Look for (and Avoid) When Choosing a DJ for Any Celebration

Top 5 things to look for in your DJ

1.   First impression. Are they smiling? Do they have a charm about them that says “Hey, let’s have fun!”
They should always have enthusiasm and be passionate for how they entertain.  If they’re not, you should be concerned about how they will be on the day of your event.

2.   Are they knowledgeable? Anyone can be a DJ…a few pieces of equipment and some streaming music and voila…you have a DJ. (Not really)
Be sure you’ve hired a professional who can guide your entire event and make any announcements with confidence and one who will play the music that you want NOT what they want to play. Streaming music is only as good as the signal they’re getting – – – can you imagine “buffering” during your first dance as husband and wife? Also be sure to consider that the music being played has clean lyrics if your event will have children present.

3.   A professional DJ has “been there done that”…they should have experience and expertise to understand the nuances of your event and adapt as needed.
We’ve heard stories from clients who have had events fall flat and even are ruined due to lack of knowledge and experience is dealing with the many steps involved in a successful event.
4.   If you ask a question, do they know the answer?
Ask as many questions as you can…ask for clarification…if you think you’re being bull@#$%ed… you probably are. That’s not a professional and you should reconsider hiring them.
5.   This is a pure service purchase. What can they provide you to assure you that they can do what they say they can do?

Here are few things that can legitimize a pro – if they don’t have these…keep looking.
Testimonials, website, references, working knowledge of how an event functions and professional equipment…hesitation means inexperience…don’t leave your celebration to a wannabe DJ if you are looking for great memories.
PartyMasterz is known to exceed expectations…we know what works and what doesn’t. Contact us to learn more