Frequently Asked Questions

T.C.R. — Trusted Connections of Roseville — is a premier, category-locked business networking group headquartered in Roseville, California, and serving all surrounding cities. Unlike traditional networking groups, T.C.R. offers one exclusive seat per industry, ensuring zero competition within the group. Since 2023, our members have tracked over $2.1M+ in referral value, proving that real relationships produce real results.

Joining T.C.R. is a straightforward 4-step process:

1. Apply — Claim your category and submit your membership application.
2. Meet the Group — Attend a weekly meeting as a guest to experience T.C.R. firsthand.
3. Get Voted In — Existing members vote on your membership to ensure a strong, compatible group.
4. Start Growing — Complete the 30-day quick start program and begin sharing and receiving referrals.

Ready to get started? Apply for membership here.

"Category-locked" means that T.C.R. offers one exclusive seat per industry category. Once you claim your category — whether it's Real Estate, Insurance, HVAC, or any other profession — that seat is permanently yours. No one else in your industry can join the group, which means every referral developed for your category goes directly to you. Zero competition, zero overlap.

Referrals are the heartbeat of T.C.R. Here's how the system works:

• Weekly Meetings — Members meet regularly in a structured format designed to maximize referral sharing.
• 60-Second Spotlight — Each member gets a dedicated spotlight to share their services, ideal client, and referral triggers.
• Referral Passing — Members actively pass qualified referrals to one another based on real business needs.
• Tracked Leaderboard — All referrals are tracked transparently with a friendly leaderboard that shows real business being passed.

The more you give, the more you receive. Active members consistently see 2–3x returns on the leads they share.

Your T.C.R. membership includes a comprehensive suite of benefits:

• Exclusive Industry Category — Your category is locked and permanently yours.
• Business Development Workshops — Bi-monthly workshops to strengthen skills and grow your business.
• Supportive Accountability — Gentle check-ins to keep you focused and encouraged.
• Ongoing Lead Sharing Challenge — A community-driven referral flow that keeps leads coming.
• T.C.R. Business App — Pocket CRM, cold email outreach, lead sharing, and digital business card.
• Priority Event Access — First access to charity events and high-visibility opportunities.
• Premium Member Profile — A professional profile showcasing your services and testimonials.
• Digital Business Card — A modern, mobile-friendly card for effortless sharing.
• Free On-Site Marketing — Your business is promoted at workshops and events at no cost.
• Instant Credibility — Joining a curated, exclusive group elevates your reputation immediately.

T.C.R. hosts bi-monthly business development workshops designed for serious business owners. These workshops focus on:

• Real business development strategies and professional training
• Skills improvement and process optimization
• Business analytics and accountability
• Hands-on collaboration and peer learning
• Structured discussion to apply new ideas immediately

Workshops are included with your membership and are a core part of the T.C.R. experience. View upcoming events.

The T.C.R. Business App is your mobile business engine. It's an exclusive tool available to all members that includes:

• Pocket CRM — Manage contacts and track your business relationships on the go.
• Cold Email Outreach — Automated cold email system that generates bonus leads on top of your internal referrals.
• Lead Sharing — Share and receive warm leads directly through the app.
• Digital Business Card — A modern, shareable business card that makes networking effortless.

Learn more about the app on our T.C.R. App page.

Yes. T.C.R. uses an invite code system to maintain the quality and exclusivity of our network. Your invite code will be provided to you after your membership application has been reviewed and approved. This ensures that every member has been properly vetted and voted in by the existing group.

You can check category availability in two ways:

• Browse our categories — Visit the Business Categories section on our homepage. Categories marked "Open" are available for you to claim.
• Contact us directly — If you don't see your specific industry listed, reach out to us and we'll let you know if your category can be added.

Don't wait — popular categories fill up fast!

For current membership pricing and available plans, please contact us directly. We're happy to walk you through the investment and everything that's included.

T.C.R. membership is an investment in your business growth. With over $2.1M+ in tracked referral value since 2023, our members consistently see measurable returns through qualified referrals, business development workshops, and the exclusive tools and support that come with membership.

The Members Portal is your private hub inside T.C.R. Once you log in, you get instant access to the full suite of tools and resources that power your membership — all in one place. From your portal you can:

• View & manage your profile — Keep your business info, headshot, and contact details up to date so other members can find and refer you.
• Access the Member Directory — Browse every active member by name or category to find the right person for any referral.
• Send & receive leads — Use the built-in lead sharing system to push warm referrals to fellow members with a single click.
• Launch the CRM & business tools — Jump straight into your Pocket CRM, pipeline, dashboard, and outreach tools.
• Stay informed — See upcoming events, announcements, and group updates without leaving the portal.
• Internal Messaging & Communication Center — Send and receive private messages with fellow members directly inside the portal. No need for outside email or apps — everything stays organized in one secure hub.
• Members-Only Group Chat — Jump into text-enabled group chats for real-time collaboration, brainstorming, networking, and fun. It's your private space to connect with the group on the fly.

Visit the Members Portal to log in and explore everything available to you.

The T.C.R. CRM (Customer Relationship Manager) is fully integrated into our lead sharing system. When a fellow member sends you a referral, it lands directly in your CRM — no copying, no pasting, no switching apps. With a single click you can accept a lead, add it to your pipeline, and start managing the relationship on the fly, right from your pocket.

It's full-featured customer relationship management designed for business owners who are always on the move. Track every conversation, follow-up, and deal stage without ever sitting down at a desktop. Plus, customizable text message notifications keep you in the loop instantly — get alerted the moment a new lead comes in, a deal moves forward, or a follow-up is due, all tailored to how you want to be notified.

Learn more on our CRM page.

The T.C.R. app is much more than a simple membership tool — it's a complete business growth engine in your pocket. Here's everything packed inside:

• Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) — Full CRM integrated with lead sharing so you can manage every client relationship on the fly.
• Referral Engine — Send and receive warm, qualified referrals to and from trusted members with a single tap.
• Pipeline — Track every deal from first contact to close. See where every opportunity stands at a glance.
• Dashboard — Your real-time command center showing referrals, leads, activity, and performance metrics.
• Workflow System — Automate follow-ups, reminders, and task sequences so nothing falls through the cracks.
• Directory — Instantly search and browse every T.C.R. member by name, category, or business type.
• Category Locking — Your business category is exclusively yours within the group — no competition from the same industry.
• Digital Voting — Participate in group decisions and new member approvals directly from the app.
• Cold Outreach Integration — Built-in cold email outreach system that generates bonus leads on top of your internal referrals.
• Internal Messaging & Communication Center — Send private messages and communicate with fellow members directly inside the app. No outside email needed — everything stays in one place.
• Customizable Text Message Notifications — Get instant text alerts when new leads arrive, deals move forward, or follow-ups are due — fully customizable to your preferences.
• Members-Only Group Chat — Text-enabled group chat rooms for real-time collaboration, brainstorming, and fun with your T.C.R. group.

And we're continuously rolling out more business promotion and outreach tools designed to help you get more customers. The app keeps getting better with every update.

Check out the full details on our T.C.R. App page.