{"id":2334,"date":"2021-09-16T07:17:44","date_gmt":"2021-09-16T07:17:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/?page_id=2334"},"modified":"2026-06-09T13:40:50","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T21:40:50","slug":"welcome","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/welcome\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome New Members!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-2334\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-2334-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"viewfor-members panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-2334-0\" ><div id=\"pgc-2334-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-2334-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h5><strong style=\"color: #003366; font-size: 18px;\">We are thrilled you have made the commitment to join our community and we are here to support you in your success.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-2334-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_siteorigin-panels-builder panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div id=\"pl-w6a288862d5fde\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-w6a288862d5fde-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><div id=\"panel-w6a288862d5fde-0-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_media_image panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22.png\" class=\"image wp-image-14353  attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22.png 1920w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-640x360.png 640w, https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/GC-Event-Speaker-Slides-TEMPLATE-22-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-0-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-w6a288862d5fde-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-w6a288862d5fde-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div class=\"wlcm-pg-bxx panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-w6a288862d5fde-1-0-0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>The Grand Connection offers so much value through the power of our collaborative community! We understand that everyone\u2019s needs are different, and there\u2019s no pressure to participate in everything. With no attendance rules, you can pick and choose events and marketing promotions that suit you. We\u2019re here to support you at your own pace. Our onboarding and Grand Plan AI Assistant can help you get started.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>4 Easy Steps to Get Started!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4>1. Onboarding: Your Grand Plan<\/h4>\n<p>Book in a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/the-grand-plan-accelerator-lab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Plan Accelerator Lab<\/a> or set up an <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/susanjarema\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">onboarding call with Susan<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We will be working on your customized <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1EBW771bmfMjKpiGMkrGJkKLYMwc6S_TPctpCxuv0MQc\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Plan<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h4>2. Start Connecting!<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete your profile in full to make the most of the Membership Directory Hub. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/set-up-profile-listing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/set-up-profile-listing\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1631862137878000&amp;usg=AFQjCNG4qvwX2YAIKbmcXZulmD22rwczEA\">instructions<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Bookmark this page of <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/member-quick-links\/\">quicklinks<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Take a look at <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/category\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">all the events<\/a> and decide which ones are the best fit for you. <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/event-instructions-grand-connection-business-networking\/subscribe-to-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/monthly-themes\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1631862137878000&amp;usg=AFQjCNH_H89bOr-16jpjTfBvkZACZlQxtA\">Add all events to your calendar<\/a> and register if you wish for reminders. Members only event links and all event links can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/event-sign-up-instructions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>. As a member you don't need to register ahead, however many members choose to register to receive reminders<\/li>\n<li>Schedule in a <a href=\"https:\/\/link.eventraptor.com\/widget\/bookings\/gcmeetups\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mini Meet<\/a> (small meetings with a few members to learn how to refer each other).<\/li>\n<li>Start Connecting with Members you meet in the Hub.<\/li>\n<li>Get the <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/grand-connection-referral-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Connection Networking Referral App Chrome Extension<\/a> to start connecting with members (and their network) on LinkedIn. <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/referral-app-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Attend a free training (monthly)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>3. Build Your Visibility<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Add a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/listing-instructions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">listing<\/a> in the Grand Marketplace for a product, service, podcast, book or event.<\/li>\n<li>Join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/2619265231452528\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook Group<\/a>. You can share posts for your events and offers.<\/li>\n<li>Review the upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/category\/promotions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">collaboration promotion opportunities<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Meet with Group leaders to find opportunities to speak.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>4. Become a Grand Connector<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Create a memorable introduction using the <a href=\"https:\/\/chatgpt.com\/g\/g-682ba09226f881919624ec6956077a0b-grand-connection-networking-intro-gpt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GC Intro Creator Assistant<\/a> or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/msgsndr\/1Zgsup9mU1AHJK9O5C4J\/media\/688d23017834ac46fd5b1ec0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Memorable Introduction Workbook<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Review our <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/make-grand-connections-the-grand-principles-of-networking-with-carolyn-cooper-mcouatt-and-susan-jarema-july-13-2023\/\">Grand Principles of Networking Workshop<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/networking-workbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Workbook<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Grab your <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/networking-plan-workbook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Strategic Networking Action Plan Workbook and Checklist<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Check out the many great recordings in the <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/video-library\/?v=4326ce96e26c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/video-library\/?v%3D4326ce96e26c&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1631862137878000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFqgmYXHD7VMeHvqgPs8a-kRi3O4Q\">Training library<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Come to events and practice your introductions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Once settled:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grab some of your gifts! <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/new-member-bonus-gifts\/\">New Member Bonus Bundle<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/member-benefits\/\">Gifts from Past Events<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>Look into <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/zoom-request\/\">how to Get Enhanced Zoom for $12.99\/mo,<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/what-is-go-connections\/\">Sign up for Go Connections (free access to other paid events)<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Check out all the <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/member-benefits\/\">member benefits<\/a> including discounts on business tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/go.productivityhub.tech\/grandconnection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Go High Level<\/a>, Chatbridge Connect, EventRaptor and EngagePro.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Spread the word!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Invite your friends to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/2619265231452528\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook Group<\/a> and Networking Events. They can come twice as your guest. They will love you for it! Plus as a thank-you, you will receive a free month for each guest you invite who joins. Ask them to grab a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/free-guest-pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guest Pass<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Any questions? Checkout our <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/faq\/\">FAQs<\/a>, connect with us in the hub to send a message or email us at hello@grandconnection.ca.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-w6a288862d5fde-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-w6a288862d5fde-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty panel-grid-cell-mobile-last\" ><\/div><div id=\"pgc-w6a288862d5fde-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-2334-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"videiv-nonmerbrs panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-2334-1\" ><div id=\"pgc-2334-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-2334-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>If you are already a member, please <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/signin\">Login<\/a> to access this page<\/p>\n<p>Non Member? - Become a Member! - <a href=\"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/membership-plans\/\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are thrilled you have made the commitment to join our community and we are here to support you in your success.\u00a0 If you are already a member, please Login to access this page Non Member? &#8211; Become a Member! &#8211; Click here<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_bbp_topic_count":0,"_bbp_reply_count":0,"_bbp_total_topic_count":0,"_bbp_total_reply_count":0,"_bbp_voice_count":0,"_bbp_anonymous_reply_count":0,"_bbp_topic_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_reply_count_hidden":0,"_bbp_forum_subforum_count":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2334","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2334","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2334"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2334\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":22402,"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2334\/revisions\/22402"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/grandconnection.ca\/gcmembers\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2334"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}