Frequently Asked Questions

How many meetings do I have to attend before I can join? Each guest is required to attend two (2) meetings before an application can be accepted. An inspection of an applicant’s place of business is also a requirement of acceptance.

When are my dues required to be paid? Dues are due the first week of each quarter. The treasurer will pro-rate new members’ dues when they join to get them on the Chapter’s cycle. The Board of Directors establishes the amount for LeTip of Doylestown. There are NO paid positions or profits involved, only the actual costs.

Who pays for the guest’s breakfast? LeTip of Doylestown will pay for the guest’s breakfast.

Once a member of LeTip, am I confined to conducting business only with other LeTip members? Your fellow LeTip members are your business’ best references, as you are theirs. Member’s LOYALTY to each other explains why the best of LeTip chapters are so overwhelmingly successful and continue to grow every year. Support your SALES FORCE and they will support you.

If I have a problem or a conflict with another member, who do I contact? Members are asked to talk directly with other members about any problems that arise. Most of the time this will be an adequate solution. If the problem persists, contact the Ethics Chairperson. This is a person who is not on the Board of Directors and will assist you with the problem. Every issue is confidential and will be kept that way. The Ethics Chairperson will take steps as necessary to resolve the issue using specific guidelines set by LeTip International

What is the “Poker Folder” all about? The Poker Folder is a tool used to encourage new members (white badge holders) to bring in a Qualified Guest to the following week’s meeting. Members who do take $10.00 out of the tip bucket. While members who don’t will be required to drop $10.00 into the tip bucket and keep the poker folder for one more week. If at the next meeting the member brings in a Qualified Guest, they may take $10.00 out of the tip bucket. Again, failure to bring in a Qualified Guest will result in the member being required to drop another $10.00 into the tip bucket. LeTip’s rules maintain that no member may hold the Poker Folder for more than two weeks, although a member who hasn’t sponsored a minimum of three (3) new members is still an eligible Poker Folder candidate.

When do I get to Showboat, Greet, and Speak? The Program Chairperson sets a schedule for LeTip of Doylestown so everyone has an opportunity as they join the group. The first week you Greet; second week you Speak; and the third week you are the Showboater.

How long do I have when I am the Speaker? Ten (10) minutes when the Chapter has twenty (20) or fewer members. Eight (8) minutes when the Chapter has more than twenty (20) members. Many Speakers receive more than their average weekly tip count at this single meeting.

Can someone attend meetings in my place? Only as specified by LeTip International, an alternate may attend six (6) times per year, and never more than two (2) consecutive meetings. That person must be a qualified substitute, not a secretary.