What is BNI?
BNI (Business Network International) is a referral networking organisation for business owners and professionals. Founded by Dr Ivan Misner in 1985, it describes itself as the world’s largest referral networking organisation.
Givers Gain®
BNI’s core philosophy is Givers Gain®: be willing to give first, before you expect to gain. Members grow their businesses by passing one another qualified referrals and building long-term relationships of trust.
How a chapter works
Members meet every week in a local chapter that follows a structured agenda designed around referrals. Each chapter has just one member per profession or specialty, so members can focus on collaboration rather than competition.
In India, chapters meet in person, online or in a hybrid format.
Its mission
In BNI’s words, its mission is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive and professional referral marketing programme that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.
Core values
BNI names seven core values:
- Givers Gain®
- Building relationships
- Lifelong learning
- Traditions + innovation
- Positive attitude
- Accountability
- Recognition
This summary is based on the organisation’s own public website. Details can change — for the latest, visit bni-india.in.
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