There’s a common assumption that every weekly referral group works the same way — rigid structure, high annual costs, a burn and churn business model, and a system designed to fund the organisation more than the members.
But that’s simply not true.
Local Recommend looks like a weekly referral group on the surface, but operates very differently underneath. And that difference matters — especially for small business owners who want referrals without the heavy financial and structural burden.
Here’s what sets us apart 👇
💡 1. We’re NOT a franchise
There are no hidden layers of franchisees being paid from member fees.
Every dollar goes towards building and supporting the network — not maintaining a corporate franchise structure.
That means:
- Lower costs
- No multi-tiered licensing
- No paying for territories or franchise royalties
- More investment back into member growth and tech
💰 2. We don’t charge thousands just to sit in a room
Some networks cost $1,500–$2,500+ per year, and the bulk of that goes to operational overhead unrelated to your success.
Local Recommend keeps the cost accessible and transparent so business owners can focus on ROI — not paying off someone else’s salary package.
🤝 3. We’re structured, but not suffocating
Yes, we run weekly meetings.
Yes, we believe consistency matters.
But we’re not:
- Running on scripts
- Clocking attendance like detention
- Enforcing rituals
- Penalising members for having a life outside business
Our environment is supportive, modern, and built for real relationships — not forced compliance.
We focus on smarter connections and stronger referrals, not strict rule books.
🧩 4. We prioritise power-team matching
Instead of filling a room and hoping chemistry happens, Local Recommend uses a matching approach:
- Right members
- Right industries
- Right referral pathways
A group should be built like a team — not a random seating chart.
🔥 The Result
A weekly referral group where:
- Members are supported
- Costs are realistic
- The structure helps rather than controls
- The culture is modern, inclusive, and community-driven
- Members actually want to show up
Because successful networking doesn’t come from a franchise model, a rigid system, or a thick rulebook.
It comes from people, trust, and a community designed to help each other generate lifelong referable relationships and grow.
And that’s exactly what Local Recommend was built for.
When you are ready to build a referral network that works even when you’re not in the room, create a free Local Recommend profile and experience the power of Smarter Connections and Stronger Referrals for yourself.
