Regional Groups are the primary focal point for Associates accredited by the Institute for Independent Business (IIB) to work with their fellow Associates locally. The IIB is a research training and accreditation organization, Associates and Fellows accredited by the IIB are independent practitioners, operating as business advisers, coaches and consultants etc. Regional Groups are therefore a vital part of the network of Associates, organized and run by Associates for Associates.
Regional Groups provide a platform for the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of its members, which is essential for helping them with their own practice and business development, as well as the development of their clients. Keeping up to date and fresh with techniques and methods is an essential part of CPD.
Regional Group members work with each other for client assistance, which is one of the main strengths in offering and providing practical advice that works™ through the IIB Business Support Program(me)™.
Personal networking and business promotion is another key factor. At a time when social networking is being increasingly driven online, many members travel considerable distances to meet monthly, so that they may develop personal relationships. They work in a client-centric face to face environment, and as much as technology is embraced, the majority benefit from attending Regional Group meetings.
Many members are members of more than one Regional Group, such is the appetite for networking and CPD, plus the ability to promote specialist skills within the network of Associates. Regional Groups also find ways to help their members develop through mutual effort.
Regional Groups provide guidance so that Associates operate in compliance with the Code of Ethics mandated by their accreditation organisation - the Institute for Independent Business.
Footnote: The IIB Business Support Program™ and practical advice that works™ are trademarks of the Institute for Independent Business. The Institute does not provide these services, it trains and accredits business professionals to do this, Regional Groups provide training and CPD to support to accredited Associates.
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