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Frequently
Asked Questions
Q: My business has a cash flow crisis, so I can't really
afford to join.
A: All businesses suffer cash flow problems at times, no matter
what their turnover. We can offer free advice to help you overcome
your present difficulties whatever they are. The networking
events will give you the opportunity to make contact with other
businesses who may have been through similar difficulties and
have some words of wisdom to offer. Networking will also raise
your profile in the Borough and could lead to more work coming
your way from other chamber members and their referrals.
Q: I already belong to a couple of other chambers in the
South East - why should I join another?
A: If your business is based in Havering, then membership of
HCCI is a must. Membership will increase your profile in the
borough and help you too make good new contacts in the area.
Many businesses belong to more than one Chamber of Commerce
so you may have the opportunity to reinforce existing contacts.
The more you put into a Chamber, the more you will get out of
it.
Q: I run a small business that ticks over nicely. I do not
really need more business my way, so I can't see the point in
joining.
A: Although membership to a chamber is the first step to expanding
your business and turnover, all companies need to be doing something
to maintain the client base they have. Today's loyal customers
may be someone else's clients tomorrow because the other companies
have their finger on the pulse of the business community in
Havering. Your company will receive recognition and you and
your staff will have the opportunity to meet like-minded business
people in your area.
Q: I have more work than I can deal with already, so I do
not have the time to put anything into the Chamber and do not
need any referrals.
A: Congratulations on being part of a successful business! If
you would like to make your workload more manageable without
losing business, membership of HCCI could help you. We offer
all members free advice, which may help you find more productive
and lucrative ways to keep your already successful business
working more efficiently. Plus you stay up to date with what
is happening in the business community and if you can spare
an hour to network, you might meet people you can subcontract
or make referrals for work you cannot undertake.
Q: My business is very specialised; I can't see how membership
would benefit the business or me.
A: Okay, there may not be much call for your goods and services
within the membership but that does not mean there are no benefits!
Firstly, you may come into contact with people who can help
you, be they suppliers, consultants or professional bodies that
you have not considered. Secondly, if your line of business
is specialised, you may be the only one in the area and our
members will remember you and pass on your details should they
hear of an opportunity. Membership will immediately raise your
profile within the business community in Havering.
Q: What sort of member-to-member benefits are there which
might help my business?
A: The benefits on offer at any given time vary according to
what other members are able to offer. You may get discounts
at retail outlets or on products and services, free consultations
with professional organisations or advertising and sponsorship
opportunities that may not have come your way otherwise. |
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