FAQs
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Yes. Members are expected to attend weekly meetings regularly and comply with attendance standards described in the Terms of Service. Current standards include no more than two absences per quarter, with up to two substitutions per quarter, subject to applicable membership rules.
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ATLAS focuses on relationship-building because most meaningful referrals are based on trust. Members are more likely to refer someone when they understand that person’s character, competence, communication style, and commitment to serving clients well.
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Members are expected to attend regularly and comply with the attendance standards described in ATLAS policies and membership terms. Failure to meet attendance requirements may affect rebate eligibility for deposit members and may also affect membership standing.
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If you already lead a networking group, ATLAS may provide a way to strengthen what you have already built without necessarily losing the relationships or influence you have developed. The goal is to help appropriate leaders add structure, consistency, branding, systems, and potential revenue opportunities.
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Reputation matters because referrals are based on trust. When a member refers another professional, that referral can affect the referring member’s credibility with a client, friend, colleague, or business contact.
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Guests should wear professional or business-appropriate attire that reflects positively on their business and the networking environment. The goal is to present yourself as someone others would feel comfortable referring.
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Yes. Members, guests, and participants are expected to follow ATLAS policies, including the Terms of Service, Acceptable Use Policy, Privacy Policy, and other rules or procedures adopted by the organization.
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ATLAS currently offers two main membership payment paths that grant equal access and require the same member-in-good-standing standards. Members may choose a monthly recurring membership or, when available, a refundable deposit membership tied to participation and performance-based rebate requirements.
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A good referral is a thoughtful introduction to a person or business with a genuine need, interest, or problem that another member may be able to address. Good referrals are based on trust, relevance, permission, and a sincere belief that the receiving member can provide value. A good referral should also be expecting contact from the referred member.
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An eligible referral generally means a new member who is introduced through an approved referral source, joins ATLAS, completes required on-boarding, remains active, and satisfies the required good-standing period. ATLAS reserves the right to determine final referral eligibility.
