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MTN FAQs
What’s the ‘Big Idea’ behind MyTeam Network (MTN)?
MyTeam Network (MTN) takes networking into the space between meetings
- because far too many networkers do nothing apart from go to events. We
provide a structure for you to network in-between meetings to build good
relationships with fellow local business people, and help to grow and
develop each other’s businesses. MTN gives networkers ‘colleagues’!
Does MTN compete with other networks?
No. MTN doesn’t replace your existing networking – it enhances it. We all
network elsewhere, and pool our resources, because we’re a Team.
Who’s it for?
Business people who understand (or want to discover) the power of face-to-
face networking. Men and women are equally welcome, and there’s no
exclusivity of trade or profession. It’s ‘joined-up networking for grown-
ups’!
When & where (and How long) are MTN meetings?
MTN meetings are fortnightly - or more accurately, on the same day two
weeks apart, twice a month – for example, on the first and third Tuesday,
making it easy to plan them in the diary. MTN Meetings will initially be held
at lunchtime, but could actually be at any time a TeamLeader chooses (and
TeamMembers want them to be).
Time: Lunchtime was chosen for the launch group because:
• traffic is lighter outside the rush hour (shorter journey times, less
stress)
• you would probably be taking a lunch break anyway, so your time is
productively used
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• it doesn’t clash with breakfast, coffee-time or evening groups (which
together account for 90% of all networking)
Venue: The launch group venue is a pub restaurant (Chef & Brewer) where
we can find a corner in the public areas – so no need to book the venue or
catering (if you have to ‘no-show’ at the last minute, no problem!)
• it’s a ‘working lunch’ where you pay for your own choice of food
and/or drink with a Lunch Menu offering light meals for around £6-£8
Duration: Meetings begin at 12:30 and finish at 14:00 prompt.
What’s the MTN meeting format?
Informal! There’s sociable ‘get-to-know-you’ chatting over lunch, and
then we are in a TeamMeeting situation seated together around the
table, so everybody takes part in the general conversation and exchange
of ideas, facilitated by the TeamHost. There’s no script (hooray!) and no
‘wallflowers’ – everybody is involved throughout. This format means
meetings with up to 15 attendees will work best.
What happens at an MTN meeting?
Lots – in a short time! Perhaps the best way to explain is to look at a
typical Agenda (timings are approximate and flexible, but we always
finish on time):
12:30 Turn up, order your lunch and/or drink, join the table – lunches
will arrive during the next15 minutes
12:40 Cards on the Table – pass round business cards, take one from
anybody you don’t already know, keep it in front of you
12:45 Tweet’n’Greet - introduce yourself in 140 characters (20 – 25
words) – there’s plenty of time for getting to know more about you later,
and we’ve got your card
12:55 TableTalk – informal chat over lunch
13:05 The Buddy Scramble - the Buddy Bag is passed around. Each
person takes a Scrabble letter from the bag and writes their name next
to that letter on the Buddies List, so we are all paired up (with the
occasional threesome – nothing kinky!) Lunch should be over by now and
we may move seats so we’re next to our Buddies. Buddies will arrange to
have a 1-2-1 before the next meeting (in person or on Skype) which will
broadly follow the powerful MyTeam Network ‘Engage – Connect – Share
– Collaborate’ checklist we provide for you.
13:15 Today’s RoundTable Topic – at each MTN Meeting we explore a
business (or personal development) related topic, chosen by a vote of
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Members – for example Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), using Twitter
for business, stress-busting techniques, time management, closing the
sale etc. In between meetings anybody who finds some time can
research the topic and share links to online resources. Members will
share their own experiences of how they apply skills and techniques, and
when possible the TeamLeader will invite a local specialist on the topic
to join us for lunch, and help to answer questions (but not sell their
wares!)
13:40 Vote to choose Next Meeting’s Topic - nominations from
attendees are welcome (the TeamLeader will have a list of possible
topics). We may even vote to carry on with the same topic again.
13:50 Commit2Do (totally optional!) You can if you wish make a promise
to yourself in front of the group to achieve a business of personal goal in
a given time scale. MyTeam Buddies will supportively follow each other’s
progress. It’s a form of accountability to yourself more than anything,
and you won’t be blamed for not getting it done - but praise will be duly
lavished if you do!
13:55 What’s on, Watson? The TeamLeader asks for a quick heads-up
about networking events that people are planning to attend before the
next meeting so we can set up some potential TeamNetworking dates
(more explanation of how that works later!)
14:00 Meeting ends promptly… Buddies fix up a time for your 1-2-1
How much does MyTeam Network Membership cost?
MyTeam Network Membership is £59.95 payable quarterly with no
ongoing commitment (no VAT is applicable). There’s a 30-day Money
Back Guarantee when you first join, but beyond that there are no
refunds. If you leave and rejoin, it will be at the prevailing rate at the
time.
What do I get for my money?
You get to attend MTN Meetings and follow our unique formula designed
to make networking work better for you, and give you a greater return
on investment on the time and money you spend doing it.
MTN Online: MTN Members join the private MyTeam Website with
profiles, forums and messaging facilities, events listings and Group
pages.
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The free-to-join MyTeam Network LinkedIn Group is a central
information resource for networkers in the local business community.
Non-Members, lapsed or resting Members can stay in touch with what’s
going on at MyTeam Network. The Group is currently ‘by invitation only’.
How long do I have to join for?
Your first meeting is free. You then sign up to pay £59.95 per quarter
and that’s all you commit for. There is a discounted Membership rate if
you sign up at your trial meeting, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Are there any rules?
There are a few My Team ‘rules of thumb’ for the benefit of all Members
which apply across the Network – more may be added if necessary!
1. Engage, Share, Collaborate, & Support your TeamMates – take part!
2. ‘Ditch the Pitch’ – no direct selling, blatant self-promotion or other
spammy behaviour please. These are your colleagues, and there’s plenty
of time to get to know each other, and let us know what you have to
offer, in a non-intrusive way.
3. Don’t Recruit – likewise, please don't canvas to recruit Members to
attend your own networking groups, meetings and events, or join your
downline, or paid-for website. Of course, sharing does include letting
them know about networking opportunities, resources, freebies – just
don’t push sales messages at TeamMates for personal gain…
4. Don't Be Boring – networking should be fun!
What next?
Apply to join our MyTeam Network LinkedIn group for free, and come to a
free MyTeam Meeting. Please contact me – Keith Grover – on 01932 845814
or email keithgrover@gmail.com - with any questions at all about MTN…
…HAPPY NETWORKING!
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