The purpose of developing a BNI Referral Team is for highly successful , like-minded business people to come together on a weekly basis to mastermind, brainstorm, and  synergize with their combined talents and experience in order to generate referrals and revenue for each other. To be clear, the goal is for each member of the group to perform at the highest possible level. To facilitate trust, commitment, and accountability in the pursuit of these goals each member of The BNI Core Group agrees and commits to the following:   • Signed Chapter Launch Commitment Form/Win-Win Agreement. This establishes clear expectations of both the applicants of this group and our facilitators and trainers. .• Be completely committed to the success of all members of the group.  • Be completely open, and transparent with fellow group members regarding successes, challenges, and failures as a team member of this launching BNI chapter • Attend all meetings during the launch process o Attend Launch Info Sessions (2 per week) ▪ Approximately 1 hour in length  Note: It is expected that you send a substitute in your place if the absence is planned and that under no circumstances are No Call No Shows tolerated. Repeated absences will result in a dismissal from this process • Respond to team members and leaders in a timely manner. Forms of communication include (but are not limited to): o Phone Calls o Emails o Slack Messages  • Live the BNI Core Values with all members of the group  o In the spirit of Givers Gain, be a Giver with all members of the group.  o Display a Positive Attitude and be supportive, even when times get difficult  o Give Recognition to fellow group members for their efforts and accomplishments.  o Engage in Lifelong Learning as it pertains to the group, including reading and other  learning in connection with and preparation for group meetings.  o Building Relationships by keeping commitments to the group.  o Embrace the value of Traditions + Innovation by sharing and implementing best  practices and innovative ideas that come with synergizing as a group.  o Accountability is the foundation of this new BNI chapter. Be willing to hold fellow group members accountable with kindness, while also being accountable yourself.  Bonus Value for launch chapters: Bias for Action... We have a bias for action. We have a higher tolerance for course correction than for a lack of action.   I agree and commit to all items stated above. I understand that failure to fulfill my commitments may result in loss of membership with the group.