Benefits
Whether you are a veteran organizer or just thinking about starting your own organizing business, there are a variety of opportunities and benefits open to members, they include:
Bimonthly Meetings
Chapter meetings are a perfect opportunity to introduce yourself to other organizers and ask questions of veterans. In most cases, we invite a guest speaker to share with us their knowledge that directly relates to our industry.
When is the next meeting?
Day: Monday, September 13, 2010
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the Brentwood Community Center
(Note: This is a special time and location for this meeting only. We normally meet at 11:30am at the Commerce Bank in Kirkwood.)
September’s Format
6:30pm – 6:45pm Introductions
6:45pm – 7:45pm Program: “Three Keys To Attracting Your Choice Clients” by Elizabeth Hagen, CPO
7:45pm – 8:15pm Chapter Business Meeting
8:15pm – 8:20pm Closing Motivational Moment
Our Question & Answer Session will return for the November meeting.
What will this month’s program be like?
Join Elizabeth Hagen, CPO as she shares with us the 3 keys you need to know to build your business with your choice clients. Elizabeth has spent the last 10 years perfecting the art of attracting choice clients through speaking and you’ll learn:
- How to choose your topic so that you are the one prospects will call when they need your expertise
- How to tell stories that show your expertise and emotionally attract the right clients
- Dynamic ways to involve the audience so they not only learn but have such a great time they can’t wait to tell others about you!
We hope to see you there!
How much does it cost to attend a meeting?
The meeting fee for guests is $20.00. Guests may come to up to four meetings. There is no charge for chapter members.
Chapter Google Groups
The NAPO St. Louis Google Group gives members the opportunity to ask questions of their peers, compare notes and share resources.
Chapter Website
The NAPO St. Louis website gives the public easy access to NAPO members and helps them understand why hiring a NAPO organizer is a good idea. NAPO St. Louis members are included in the (find an organizer) searchable directory.
Membership Directory
The Chapter membership directory gives you easy access to other organizers for referrals or to seek out advice or collaboration. The members’ version of the directory contains more detailed contact information than the public portion of the website.
“Organized Times” Newsletter
The Chapter newsletter is an excellent resource for NAPO St. Louis members. In every issue, you will learn trade secrets on how to build your business and it will keep you current on the latest training and education opportunities. The publication features one member per issue, a calendar of events, meeting news (in case you miss one) and much more. View the latest issue of our newsletter.
Education
The bimonthly programs offer opportunities to learn about local resources, as well as organizing programs or methods you might not be aware of. Programs are designed with members’ interests in mind. A list of members’ favorite books, CDs and other learning resources provides a great starting point for organizers to continue their education. The NAPO St. Louis lending library allows members to borrow CDs from past NAPO conferences, as well as other CDs, DVDs and books on organizing.
Social Events
On the months that NAPO members don’t meet, members get together for a night of fun at one member’s home. For 2 hours NAPO members eat, laugh, and just enjoy each others’ company. It’s a great way for members to get to know each other better.
Personal and Professional Support
NAPO members are highly supportive of their fellow members. By joining NAPO St. Louis you will have access to other organizers, in a non-competitive atmosphere, from whom you might gain help, support, referrals, or collaboration.
Increased Credibility and Visibility
As NAPO membership skyrockets, its position as The Organizing Authority solidifies. As a NAPO St. Louis member, your local visibility as a NAPO member is magnified. The Chapter organizes an activity for the public as part of NAPO’s Get Organized Month, providing an opportunity for media attention for the local organizing community. The bimonthly programs enhance your knowledge of local organizing-related resources, making you an even better resource for your clients.
Leadership Opportunities
As a relatively new Chapter, NAPO St. Louis is always seeking volunteers for its varied activities. This is your chance to rise to a leadership position of our prestigious organization.
Get Organized Month
As a member, you will be able to participate in promotional activities, like Get Organized Month. It’s meant to raise awareness of the organization and the professional organizing industry.