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Frequently Asked Questions...

Why Join Metro-Venture?

We provide a means to connect with other female entrepreneurs in your area to share business ideas and tips, hone your presentation skills and make and receive business referrals for new customers and business partners.

You’ll be joining a fantastic community of like-minded women who support each other and help grow each other’s businesses.

Whether you are new to home business or have years of experience, there is something for everyone!

Our groups are casual, non competitive and focused on growth and education.

Events!  Metro-Venture hosts 2 major events each year to present your business to the metro area. 

As a member, you will receive priority placement and pricing discounts at our events.

Visit our Events Web Site for a list of upcoming events.

Why is there a fee to join?

When you become a member, the fee you pay covers all the meetings and a portion of the vendor events in advance.  You end up paying no more than a non member, but get so much more, including a full page member profile on our website, free advertising in our newsletter, a free listing in our annual magazine, priority placement at our vendor events and the opportunity to apply for our new annual Follow Your Dreams Award.

Why is there a fee for non members?

 Non members pay a small administrative fee to reserve their place since we do not allow more than one company at an event (networking meetings).  The fees are used to help cover the cost of room rental and refreshments when applicable.  Remember, members have already paid this fee in advance.

Why is only one representative per company allowed at a networking event?

Our organization focuses primarily on Direct Sales Representatives and women owned small businesses.  Our goal is to get to know you and your business in order to make quality referrals.  This cannot be accomplished effectively in a room full of people representing the same company or company type.  Our members have asked for this exclusivity and we listened!

 

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Why Should I Network?

It’s a fact that most people prefer to do business with people they know or have been personally referred to.

In spite of the growing use of technology and the internet, people still prefer to do business with real people.  Networking is the best way to meet new people and build those relationships that turn into repeat sales and referrals.  Networking should be looked at as a long term business strategy.

Networking is about building business relationships, not simply attending an event, handing out as many business cards as you can and hoping someone calls you.

Your goal is to create and nurture quality relationships.  Networking is about being genuine and authentic, building trust and relationships and seeing how you can help others.

Remember that networking is a two-way street.  It’s about giving AND receiving.  Your success as a receiver will only be as great as your generosity as a giver.