The $5 Advertising fee is collected from any one without a VISITORS PASS– the collected Fees if paid by cash are kept by the chapter Coordinator – if a check is collected, made out to Lassen's LEADS Club - that is sent to HQ's in a SASE provided, following the meeting or end of each month. 

The fees collected are used by the Chapter to offset the cost of a Quarterly OPEN HOUSE, where guests/visitors attend at no charge for refreshments - see the Open House Overview for full details.

The purpose of the Advertising Fee is to give value to the 30 second promotions. Members pay to participate monthly, VISITORS pay for a weekly advertisement, which demonstrates to the Visitor that we are serious about our advertising opportunity, and it protects members from having individuals who are not seriously considering membership from attending just to market their services (which is why we also don't pass leads to non-members/visitors). If a VISITOR joins the first week and has already paid the $5 fee, that is refunded to them - if they need to think about joining and wish to return the following week, the fee is not returned and the second week, they should be asked to once again pay the $5 Advertising Fee prior to the meeting and if they join at the conclusion of the meeting, the $5 is returned to them. If they want to return the following week, it is with the understanding that they are returning to complete paperwork and will submit payment to secure their seat as we only permit two visits.

The Florida Lassen's Chapters has totaled 5 breakfast groups over the past 9 years and each has closed due to a lack of support and growth or moved to a lunch format with proven success. There are other similar Lead Referral groups which offer only breakfast meetings - we offer the alternative and have been able to capitalize on this throughout the region. Obviously there are those who would prefer a breakfast meeting over lunch and visa-versa; however we have 15+ chapters throughout the state that successfully meet over a business lunch.

First, the registration fee sets them up in the corporate computers and they receive the new member packet and training materials offered by Leads Club. Secondly, it shows intent to commit because they are willing to make a monetary investment. Third, they are receiving a free listing on the regional website, with their email at n/c, which is a $25 value. Fourth, they are given the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals to increase their business through a proven structured format with a 32 year history... as well as receive training through with our Regional Support Members and on the regional website.

Members are not penalized for not bringing leads. It is suggested that members work to bring at least two quality leads per week to the membership. We understand that we may not always be able to do so, especially new members who are just learning about the membership and services offered. This is when inside leads are the most helpful to learn of each others services, and over time as we listen to the needs of our customers and acquaintances, the referrals come naturally. We also offer the one on ones to assist members in learning what a good lead is for the members as well as worksheets to develop the 30 second promotion as well as the 10 minute presentation. The worksheets are available online at www.leadsfl.com under Member Support.

A prospective member may visit a chapter 2 times or 2 different chapters once each to determine the best fit. Our Regional Support Members also offer insight as to the chapter that might fit their criteria.  In addition we offer members listings at www.leadfl.com to see what categories are currently in chapters.

With only 32 members and a non-compete format, they need to understand that they hold a highly desirable category within your chapter and the only way to secure their spot is with a completed application and min. payment for the 1-time Registration fee and monthly fee. Please do not distribute applications to be returned.  A sample can be provided for review from our regional site.  A prospective new member should see the value in joining, one way is for them to have been introduced to potential power partners before the meeting so they realize they would be receiving quality referrals right away.

NOTE: the AD Weekly summary following the weekly meeting asks for the names and contact info for visitors to allow for regional follow-up after the visit should they not enroll.

Since most of our chapters have overlaps of multiple categories, i.e. mortgage, realty, financial planners etc., we don’t believe you can fully support the membership in more than one chapter. If you have employees or business partners that can represent your business, we encourage them to join to promote the business in multiple chapters. We fully support non-lead passing networking affiliations such as chamber memberships and would love the opportunity to represent Leads Club as your guest at networking events.

Why is the tracking of completed LEADS necessary? 

It offers accountability to the members as well as highlighting the benefits and successes generated through lead tracking. Visitors are especially impressed when they hear that members are making money as a result of their membership. Acknowledgment of funds received is also a way for the members to gauge the value of their memberships. The act of turning in a completed lead as thank you also validates the services offered in the club and triggers additional exposure to more services.

Our Members Handbook specifies that we offer one business/one member per category. The rationale is the consistency and repetition of information. We are about building working relationships. This is accomplished with the same representation making a commitment to the success of the membership.