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| FAQ: Frequently
Asked Questions about membership in the Connections Groups! |
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The Connections Groups
are a family of business networking AND social organizations for Central Florida.
 Founded in 1997, we've grown from 30 members to over
12,000... just by word of mouth and referral. ...Isn't that how YOU
heard about us?
Q: What does it cost to
be a member?
A: Basic membership is FREE. As a basic member you get several free
benefits...
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Member newsletter
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Free Posting boards
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Free EVENT promotion in web
site
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Invitations to special
Connections events.
Some events are free... some have an event fee cost.
Q: What is "Circle of "I""
membership?
A: "Circle of "I"" membership is for those members who are regularly active,
and those who own businesses and want more marketing benefits.
As an Circle of "I" member you are entitled to many ADDITIONAL benefits and
free events. Previously these were something members paid for "al la
carte," but we created the Circle of "I"
membership to package these for members who were participating more... and looking
for more ways to promote themselves and their business. "Circle of "I"" membership saves money.
Enhanced benefits include...
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No cost to attend
Connections Networking Mixers
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Free, or reduced cost to
attend special Connections events.
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Exclusive events just for
"Circle of "I"" members
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3 month featured listing in
"Member Highlights"
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....plus more... (click here
for more info)
Basically having TWO
membership structures allow YOU to do what fits your schedule and budget
best. If you only have time to attend a leads group or event once in a
while... then "Basic" membership is for you. However if you tend to be
more of a "mover & shaker" ...then you'll love the additional benefits of
being part of our "Circle of "I"!"
Q: Are we a "singles" organization?
A: "No," we are for everyone! Our organization is filled with business
people and professionals (both married and single) who simply want to meet new people.
Whether you want to take advantage of our business oriented events to make new
"business connections" or whether you want to meet new friends... we're the
group for you. The thing that is great though... whether you are
attending a business OR social event... you are meeting other business
people and professionals... your peer group!
Q: Can you tell me more
about the benefits of basic (free) membership?
A: We're SO glad you asked.... check this out!
1. Invitations to MEMBER EVENTS.
Connections Groups is a BUSINESS networking AND social organization.
If you enjoy people... you'll enjoy being a member! Events are attended by professionals and business people and are great
opportunities to network... or simply to meet new friends! Our members are married
and single, some have families some not... but they are all just really great folks!
2. Weekly E-Mail EVENT NEWSLETTER.
Chock full of events for your area... business AND social! Event information
includes.... Connections Groups "Mixers," Chamber & Association Mixers, Golf
Tournaments, Wine Dinners, "Singles" Events, Family Events, Charity
"Galas" and Fundraisers, Business Seminars, Breakfast & Luncheon Forums,
leads groups and more! Best of all... these events are not just from our organization...
but from a variety of sources. If YOU have an event coming up... you could have
yours included (free) as well!
3. Connections Groups LEADS Groups!
Groups in Orlando and Tampa make up over 2 dozen Leads
Groups that are part of The Connections Groups "family." As a
"Basic" member in the Connections Groups you can attend as MANY groups as
fit your schedule! You can attend more than one group... and groups
are located in many areas... so if you are looking to expand your business
contacts in other areas these are a great way to do so! Each group meets in a different area of town, and at a different time. They
each have their own "personality" so the more Groups you participate in... the
MORE "connections" you'll make! Our groups are the "no rules"
leads groups too! They are NOT limited by "profession" and you aren't
required to show up every week, or to give out leads every week. Do what fits with
YOUR schedule and participate as much as YOU want to! Of course a Leads Group is
like "life" ...the more you put into it... the more you get out of it!
Networking is a "give and take" ...the more you help and support your fellow
members, the more help and support you'll receive!
Participation in smaller/weekly leads groups is FREE
Get schedule for
Connections
Groups LEADS GROUPS.
4. Promote YOUR Events!
FREE - If you belong to a professional organization, are involved with a non-profit or
charity, or have a business or social event to promote, The Connections Groups will ALSO
promote your event in our website at no cost - FREE!
It might also get in the newsletter - space
available.
Featured/Enhanced Status" - $75 gets "featured" status, with
graphics, and guarantees placement in the email newsletter that goes out
to ALL 12,000 MEMBERS!
"Circle of "I"" members get a reduced price for featured
events PLUS get one "Featured Event" update FREE each year.
CLICK HERE
TO SUBMIT YOUR EVENT
Here's what a Connections member said
recently....
"Thank you for all of your assistance in the promotion of our Orlando
EXPO. As you know, we used a variety of media forums in which to promote our event. The
following are the attendance results of the marketing mediums used for the promotion of
our EXPO:
28% Newspaper
21% Connections Groups
17% Friends/Co-worker
10% Emails from Nat'l HomeBiz Network
8% Current Members
7% Flyer Distribution
3% Radio
3% Fax
3% Telemarketing
As you can see for yourself, promoting an event through The Connections
Groups is HIGHLY effective! We look forward to utilizing your group again."
...Linda Bartz, Home BiZ Expo
5. Meet new PEOPLE!
That's what we're really all about... our members are just nice people like you! As
business people we enjoy helping each other out... and socially we enjoy having a good
time! Also... if you happen to be single... so are LOTS of us! Come on out and
we'll introduce you around!
...Convinced yet?
To join...
eMail
SUE
... it's free!
[Note: We NEVER sell or allow anyone else
to use your eMail address.
The only eMail you will receive will be from Connections]
It's
that easy... risk-free... no cost involved... tremendous business potential... high on the
"fun meter" AND no scary people will show up at your house trying to sell you
anything! What have you got to lose!?
See you soon!
Sue Copening
Executive Director,
The Connections Groups
ConnectionsGroups.com
office: 407-275-2956
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