BNI East Rand - South Africa

12/06/2026

Join us for another episode of Insights with Our Members as we chat to Derene Barnes from Kobarn Woodworx about her BNI journey.

From walking into her first BNI meeting feeling overwhelmed, to becoming a Mentor Coordinator who guides new members, Derene shares how BNI transformed the way she networks, presents her business, and builds lasting relationships.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why Derene describes BNI as "word of mouth on steroids"
• The referral that changed the trajectory of her business
• How BNI helped her professionalise her brand
• The importance of mentoring both new and existing members
• Practical advice for members who feel overwhelmed
• Why leadership involvement can deepen your BNI experience

Whether you're a new member, a seasoned networker, or considering joining BNI, this conversation is filled with practical insights and valuable takeaways.

https://youtu.be/xz7nxqhrf6M

Thank you to Elkan Butler from MCL for sponsoring our BNI South Africa vidcasts.

Join us for another episode of Insights with Our Members as we chat...

06/03/2026

Great networking isn’t about doing everything, it’s about doing the right things consistently.

Which of these habits could make the biggest difference in your networking journey?

04/03/2026

Authentic connection is your competitive edge.

Never underestimate the power of personal touch. Master the small, powerful actions that create massive networking results!

02/03/2026

Not all strangers stay strangers.

Some become partners, mentors — even lifelong friends.

When you are in the right network, you find your circle

27/02/2026

In this episode of My Growth with BNI, we sit down with Dr. Dominique Brussow, a chiropractor in private practice, who shares how joining BNI straight after graduating helped her build a business on the right foundation from day one.

Like many professionals, Dominique was taught her technical skill but not how to run a business or build a network. Through BNI, she learned:

• How to structure and manage a business properly
• Why networking is a professional necessity
• The importance of time management
• How leadership roles build confidence and communication skills
• Why one-to-ones are where real relationships are formed
• How to translate technical language into clear, relatable messaging
• The power of accountability in both business and life

From serving as Chapter Secretary to becoming New Member Support, Dominique shares how stepping into leadership sharpened her ability to handle difficult conversations, manage finances, and support new members as they begin their BNI journey.

Her key takeaway?

Meetings are the check-in.
One-to-ones build the relationships.
And relationships drive referrals.

BNI didn’t just grow her practice.
It became part of how she does business.

🎬 A special thank you to Elkan Butler and his team for another exceptional production. Your professionalism and storytelling continue to bring the BNI member journey to life with excellence

In this episode of My Growth with BNI, we sit down with Dr. Dominique Brussow, a chiropractor in private practice, who shares how joining BNI straight after ...

26/02/2026

What's the silent killer of all new business relationships?
Inconsistency.

Since 1986, we found that Chapters meeting weekly generated 52% more referrals than those meeting twice a month proving to:

👉Strengthen relationships

👉Enhance accountability among referral partners

Discover the weekly meeting advantage and see the data for yourself. https://bit.ly/4ob7yPz

24/02/2026

Leaders don't react to reality...they create it!

Let's discuss: what vision are you creating for the future in your business? 👇

23/02/2026

🎥 NEW EPISODE | My Growth with BNI

In our latest My Growth with BNI episode, we sit down with Juan Quinn from JQ Digital to unpack how accountability, leadership, and consistency shaped his business journey through BNI.

From his very first meeting to stepping into chapter leadership, Juan shares powerful insights on:

✅ Building trust through consistency
✅ Why accountability changes everything
✅ The real value of one-to-ones
✅ Choosing clients aligned with your values
✅ And why BNI becomes more than networking. It becomes a way of life.

If you’re a member (or thinking of visiting), this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and honest reflections.

👉 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/WvVJn0L3UZA

A special thank you to Butler and the team at for their exceptional work in producing these videocasts for BNI South Africa. Your storytelling brings our members’ journeys to life. 🙌

20/02/2026

Stay Focused

A friendly reminder: Do not allow current problems or past defeats to be a detour on your road to success. When we look forward and stay focused on solutions, we can succeed. https://bit.ly/3DcLe1j

18/02/2026

Positive Businesspeople Are Like Magnets

The first thing others notice is your attitude. A positive attitude is like a magnet that attracts people & opportunities. In BNI, we see passionate professionals building relationships that lead to quality referrals for their businesses.