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How to use translation to effectively communicate with PSAs from other countries while using SFIM (SFI Instant Messaging)?

5145 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 7/5/2015 3:54 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
I would not use instant messaging for that purpose if I do not speak their language. There are translation tools all over the internet, but none of them are proficient enough to effectively communicate with an affiliate who speaks a different language.

The only way I know to deal with this issue is through the A2A Friends feature. Try to make friends with successful SFI affiliates from other countries. Then work out a partnership with them. Perhaps they can communicate with your affiliates
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What's the difference between being an SFI affiliate and having a traditional business, and which is better?

5128 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 9/7/2013 12:04 am

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
"What's the difference between being an SFI affiliate and having a traditional business, and which is better?"

The difference is in the investment. I currently own a bulk candy vending business. I invested thousands of dollars in a matter of months to purchase my machines; get them located and purchasing the product to put in the machines. I drive hundreds of miles each month to service them. Some locations earn a lot of money and some locations earn a little money. But the large
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What are the benefits of using the new AFFILIATE E-Cards...and what are some good ways to use them with my team?

4780 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/21/2014 12:35 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
The benefits of using an E-Card are that they save you time and money. They also contain professional graphics that are attractive and already personalized.

What better way to send a welcome message; a congratulations or a tip than with an E-Card. It costs you absolutely nothing to use this SFI tool. Moreover, you do not need to recreate the card each time you use it. You just type in your message and click the submit button. This is a very accessible tool to communicate with your team.
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How do we get the most from the MRP (Member Reward Points) we earn?

4514 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/3/2015 1:49 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
To get the most out of your MRP, you must first consider getting as many MRP as possible. To do this, participate in “Double the MRP” auctions. You get 5 MRP for every Pick-The-Price (PTP) contest entry, and 50 MRP each month as a WAVE3 program member. Additionally, members also earn MRP for every purchase at TripleClicks.com.

Next you must read and understand the rules. See below:

1. Member Rewards Points expire one year after receipt.
2. MRP values on products are
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Among the popular Standing Order items (IAHBE, S-Builder, TCredits), which is best and why?

4269 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/13/2014 10:02 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
Alma

No one “Standing Order” is better than the other. It really depends on your budget, your desire to advertise and how you plan to build your army of PSA’s. But regardless of which method you choose, it would be a good idea to make your standing order enough for at least 1500 VP’s. With 1500 VP, you qualify as an Executive Affiliate. Then you will share in the Triple Clicks Executive Pool; get Co-Sponsor Commissions and ECA Royalties on top of your Direct Commissions. You
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I have experience with in-person presentations, direct mail, trade shows, handing out biz cards, network at events, etc. Can offline marketing be as effective for my SFI business as online marketing?

4236 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/13/2014 9:27 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
You are probably at more of an advantage than an affiliate marketing via the Internet. You have the opportunity to establish a genuine relationship with your prospects. You can initiate discussions about everyday events that can lead you to what your prospects really need. If you are giving out free stuff, you are especially at a great advantage. Your prospects are more likely to remember that you gave them a flyer or gift card than if you were marketing online.

To get off to a productive
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Is it worthwhile to create individual, personalized welcome letters to new PSAs using information from their Affiliate Profile?

3958 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/5/2015 1:23 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
Yes

This is very worthwhile, because you get to call a PSA on their written commitment. This also shows the PSA, you are listening to their concerns and aspirations. This gives you an opportunity to review your PSA's profile and help them discover what it takes to become successful with SFI.

A profile is like an informal interview. If your PSA was serious about completing his/her profile sincerely, then this could be very valuable information in helping them attain their goals.
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How can we determine beforehand what are good spots to advertise?

3945 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/5/2015 1:32 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
This is an excellent question.

But the real question is not where to advertise but what method/platform you use to advertise. If you are big social media fan, then you would advertise on Facebook/Twitter/YouTube and similar sites.

If you are not very social, you would choose something like PPC(Pay Per Click)or banner advertisement.

If you like writing, then you would begin your own blog and rely on SEO (Search Engine Optimization) to advertise your business.

If
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How often should I communicate with my Sponsor and Co-Sponsor?

3798 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 2/3/2014 12:37 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
I would only communicate with my sponsor or co-sponsor if I am stuck on how to use the Affiliate Center or if I have a question on how to market my business. I would also contact my sponsor or co-sponsor if I was interested in an advertisement Co-Op.

There is no set frequency in how often you should contact your sponsor or co-sponsor. They are your sponsor’s, not your boss.

How do you help affiliates in the generations below your PSAs when you don't know what they are doing?

4 votes

Anton Grantham, Aff (North carolina, US) 8/23/2012 12:05 pm

Affiliate since: 07/27/2011, Power Rank: 259
Work on those things that you have control over. Build strong leaders, then they will build strong leaders. If you have affiliates that are strong leaders then they will take care of their immediate downline the way you take care of yours.
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