I am not only amazed, but downright proud of organizations like this: The TriState Business Network. In a day of trusted advisors, business relationships and aquaintence/friendships...it's nice to see that some people (and business organizations) still care about their word and what it means.
The information age and social media have ushered in a new era of speed as it pertains to research, credibility and volitility. I see so many people offer advice that don't know what they're talking about, or worse endorsing someone without knowing the content of their character. So when I stumbled onto this group 2 years ago...I was amazed to see what they stood for, how they operated and what they were about. I was further impressed that they HAVE a Code of Ethics! Here's a sample from the latest blog, where the founder (Clayton Hicks) puts his standards right out there. There's something to be said about a person that is willing to publically declare their standards.
From the TBN blog:
"Tri-State Business Network is made up different business types that come together face-to-face and online, to network and build relationships. We are made up of business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales reps from many different companies in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area. Though we are not absolute for every company in the area, we do guarantee to “Focus on what we GIVE”.
With all that being said though, we do have a Code of Ethics we should use.
1. Focus on what you GIVE
2. We will delete any negative comments/discussions on any online groups, period…DO NOT have the word “no” or “not” or “can’t”, keep ALL discussions in a positive light.
3. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
4. Help whomever you can.
5. No SPAMMING. This means when you are walking out of a meeting don’t try and squeeze one last statement about your business, use the time permitted in your commercial. This also means, don’t talk about your own business during testimonials about someone else and what they have done to help YOU.
6. If you can’t say something nice, don’t say it at all.
7. Refer others you have built relationships with whenever you can. Don’t always refer business when you have a FEE in it for yourself.
8. Don’t just do things RIGHT, do them the RIGHT WAY!
9. Keep extra cards of other members around whenever you can so that you can hand them out to those who may need their services.
10. Turn your cell phone to vibrate during the networking meetings so that those doing commercials don’t get distracted.
11. Come early and stay late whenever you can so that you can build relationships for your business."
- Clayton Hicks, Founder - Tri-State Business Network
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