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As well as providing an important and consistent source of new business, the group is a valuable resource of support and advice which has been vital to the development of our firm.

The trust and respect that builds between members has a direct influence on business growth.

When I joined EBF I had recently gone into business by myself, as a freelancer.  With just a few clients under my belt, I hoped membership would help me to grow, and to become established.  It has certainly done that.  I’m now collaborating regularly with fellow members on new business, and have a regular flow of high quality referrals.  This is my No.1 focus for business growth.

I only became involved with the whole networking concept for the first time last year and I can genuinely say that it has worked for me.

Not only has it already more than paid for itself with the business I have gained but meeting with fellow professionals from all walks of life has given me a new energy.

Membership and involvement with EBF is a key part of my business. I have built up many valuable relationships with like-minded companies in the area.

Eachy week there is a lively buzz and a pleasant atmosphere and I’m convinced that more business is passed in that environment than in the overly-regimented approaches I have seen elsewhere in the past.

I Joined Essex Business Forum a few months after I started by business and have been a member ever since. In the past six years I have not only obtained quality business leads that have led to me carrying out work for a variety of clients but have also fostered an excellent network of business contacts who I am happy to recommend and do so on a regular basis.

In addition I have a great support network in that the other members are happy to give me advice and guidance when needed and I hope I provide that to them as well.

I cannot think of any downside of being member of this brilliant organisation –except for getting up early every Thursday morning!