Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

I’m sure that you can’t go wrong with any of those three. Each of them can be used to guarantee your EA rank plus 100 action VP for a 1500 VP standing order. Let’s consider one by one:

IAHBE membership:
1 It’s obviously a good source of knowledge but, in my opinion, if you’re a beginner, the training lessons and other tutoring materials provided by SFI are more than sufficient. I might consider ordering IAHBE membership only if I feel that I have mastered the sources provided herein and need to advance to a higher level;
2 There’s nothing you can do with IAHBE membership to further multiply the available funds, VPs, TCredits or team members. Yes, you acquire knowledge which can be used towards better advertising and more referrals, but there are no immediate and tangible effects.

S-BUILDER CO-OP:
1 I think that this is an excellent investment. The whole business revolves around attracting new affiliates, they are the most valuable asset, so anything that can bring you new team members is more than welcome.
2 It won’t bring you immediate results and there are no guarantees on the quantity and quality of new enrollments. But then, the other forms of advertising do not produce guaranteed results, either.

TCREDITS:
1 TCredits are definitely the most interesting, because there are so many things you can do to use them towards boosting your business! If you only think of the auctions and all the marvelous things you can bid for: PSAs, CSAs, S-Builder Co-Ops, IAHBE, more TCredits, and so on, and so on… And all the while, you keep earning action VPs from bidding and MRP! Then you can reuse the MRP to purchase something at TripleClicks, or to transform them into more TCredits and VP!
2 You can also use them as a reward to stimulate your team members, or to make purchases at TripleClicks, and much, much more.

So, my heart goes to TCredits, because if you have TCredits, you can use them also to get the other two! I have already set up a 125 TCredits SO, and I’m happy with it.

If you’re willing to invest more money, there is also a very good option of setting up a 100 TCredits SO + S-Builder Co-op SO + one of the paid advertising campaigns offered at TripleClicks store, to add up to 1500 VP SO.

Now it’s up to you to choose your favorite!

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I’m sure that you can’t go wrong with any of those three. Each of them can be used to guarantee your EA rank plus 100 action VP for a 1500 VP standing order. Let’s consider one by one:

IAHBE membership:
1 It’s obviously a good source of knowledge but, in my opinion, if you’re a beginner, the training lessons and other tutoring materials provided by SFI are more than sufficient. I might consider ordering IAHBE membership only if I feel that I have mastered the sources provided
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

Hi, Nena!

In a nutshell – it’s good because you’ve got nothing to lose and A LOT to win!

Yes, it does cost 1 TCredit to enter a game, but whenever you spend 1 TCredit you get 1 action VP in return! To tell you the truth, action VPs are priceless. They are easy to get in the first couple of months but after that it gets harder, so every chance to win action VPs is more than welcome. So, even if you lose (don’t win in an Eager Zebra game) – you still win!

I probably don’t need to explain the benefits of actually winning a game! Thousands of TCredits – just imagine the things you could do with them…

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Hi, Nena!

In a nutshell – it’s good because you’ve got nothing to lose and A LOT to win!

Yes, it does cost 1 TCredit to enter a game, but whenever you spend 1 TCredit you get 1 action VP in return! To tell you the truth, action VPs are priceless. They are easy to get in the first couple of months but after that it gets harder, so every chance to win action VPs is more than welcome. So, even if you lose (don’t win in an Eager Zebra game) – you still win!

I
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

It's a good question, as all of us face the same problem all the time.

In my opinion, a CSA is a CSA - each one is worth keeping and supporting. We should be aware that some people join SFI just out of curiosity, not because they are determined to make it their real business. There are also those who hesitate or need more time to make up their mind. The thing is, they don't know you and you don't know them, and it takes some time to gain a person's confidence.

So, what should you do? You should do your best to make yourself credible. Communicate with them once a week, just as you do with your active downline members, send them tips and ideas how to grow their business, even if they never reply. Maybe they're content with their job and financial situation right now, and find it unnecessary to waste time here. Or maybe they are having difficult times in their family, or travel a lot, or god knows what. However, circumstances may change, and maybe some day some of them will find themselves in a difficult financial situation and remember SFI. When they see it's still there and growing, they'll most probably take it more seriously. And, guess what - you'll be right there where they left you, still offering support and transfer of knowledge and experience. How's that for credibility?

Another reason for inactivity may be the language barrier. All you can do is advise them to use the language tools provided herein, and to connect with a2a members from their own country. When you do that, use simple and well-known words and phrases, such like SEE A2A PAGE, CLICK TRANSLATE, or alike.

I have a lot of inactive CSAs myself, and I keep sending them personal mail every now and then, hoping that they'll eventually realize my intentions are good. None of them have opted out yet, so I guess they are not bothered by my occasional mails. That gives me hope that they're still considering their options and may become active some day.
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It's a good question, as all of us face the same problem all the time.

In my opinion, a CSA is a CSA - each one is worth keeping and supporting. We should be aware that some people join SFI just out of curiosity, not because they are determined to make it their real business. There are also those who hesitate or need more time to make up their mind. The thing is, they don't know you and you don't know them, and it takes some time to gain a person's confidence.

So, what should
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

Well, in my opinion, you need to give people the right impression about SFI already in your ads. If you ad contains anything which might describe SFI as a get-rich-quick scheme, you shouldn’t be surprised if that’s what your affiliates expect. I think it’s wise to highlight in your ads that this is serious business, it takes time and effort to succeed, just like any other legitimate and real business, on-line or off-line. That way, you will minimize the risk of enrolling light-headed people who believe in wonders and will soon quit. Maybe you will recruit fewer people, but they will be the right ones.

When you make the first contact with a new affiliate – be open and honest about SFI and your current standing. Talk to them like a friend, a real person. Tell them about your personal experience with SFI and what keeps you going. Tell them they should expect only a couple of dollars in their first month, and that it’s not easy to build a downline, and that they need to read and learn a lot. Honesty and openness will attract the right people and help you build good relationships with them, based on trust and team work. People are not stupid, I they realize that you lied to them from the start, they’ll be gone forever and maybe even spread a bad word about SFI.

Don’t forget that the point here is not to recruit dozens or hundreds of PSAs a month, most of whom will soon quit after all the efforts you made to teach them. The point is to recruit 5 PSAs who are serious, motivated, hard-working and detetrmined. That’s what will bring you success in the months to come. Don’t look back on those who left, just keep working with the workers.

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Well, in my opinion, you need to give people the right impression about SFI already in your ads. If you ad contains anything which might describe SFI as a get-rich-quick scheme, you shouldn’t be surprised if that’s what your affiliates expect. I think it’s wise to highlight in your ads that this is serious business, it takes time and effort to succeed, just like any other legitimate and real business, on-line or off-line. That way, you will minimize the risk of enrolling light-headed people
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

Hey, this is a tricky one!

You're right, couples don't always share the same opinions or beliefs. Your engagement in a program like this one may alarm your better half, out of the fear of losing money.

Like in any other spousal dispute, you need to remember vows about sharing good and bad. That includes money, as well. So, how can you convince your partner that investing in SFI is prudent? Let him/her take a look, sit by your side while you're doing your tasks and reading the LaunchPad, Training, Ask Gery, and so on. Discuss it openly, don't insist on your point of view. Be tactful. It's actually the same as with new PSAs or CSAs! You need to prove your good will and good intentions, not to raise additional doubts and opposition. Make an agreement with your partner about the funds you may use towards growing this business, and stick to the agreement. Report all good and bad news regularly, listen to your partner's point of view.

Basically, behave the same way as in any other disputes you face. It's your partner, a person who chose to spend his/her life with you, and deserves some credit.
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Hey, this is a tricky one!

You're right, couples don't always share the same opinions or beliefs. Your engagement in a program like this one may alarm your better half, out of the fear of losing money.

Like in any other spousal dispute, you need to remember vows about sharing good and bad. That includes money, as well. So, how can you convince your partner that investing in SFI is prudent? Let him/her take a look, sit by your side while you're doing your tasks and reading the
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

Hi, Boza! Thanks for asking! I must admit that this is a question I’ve been asking myself ever since I joined SFI.

We’re all concerned about recruiting PSAs, that’s of crucial importance in this business. If you don’t succeed in building your team, the chances for overall success are very small. So, first of all, while you’re still deciding which option is better, please don’t waste your time on thinking and advertise, the way you can and wherever you can. Every single ad is a potential PSA!

I’ve heard people saying that PSAs you recruit yourself work better than those bought at an auction, for example. I’ve come to conclusion that they’re wrong. It seems to me that you don’t know what you’ll get either way. Both might turn up to be hard workers, or they might not. There’s no guarantee. I chose to use all available means of attracting new affiliates, including:

1. Facebook ads
2. free classifieds
3. paid advertising
4. buying them at auctions
5. warm marketing
6. spreading the word about the program whenever and wherever I get the chance

Unfortunately, I haven’t distributed any fliers yet, because the ones provided by SFI are in English and I live in a non-English speaking country. But if you live in an English-speaking country, you should do that as well. There are also many other marketing tools and aids in SFI marketing section, use them all.

The point is, only a very small percentage of PSAs stay and are willing to work hard. Maybe you’ll need to recruit hundreds before you find 2-3 quality PSAs, and that’s when your business will start blooming. That won’t happen overnight, maybe even a couple of months will go by, but they will come, sooner or later.

Until that time, I say practice both advertising and bidding for them, plus all the other means. There’s no such thing as too many PSAs. The more there are, the bigger are the chances to find those 2-3 hard workers.

And, regardless of how you get them, remember that you play a very important role in keeping them. Develop your strategies, prepare your instructions for getting started and have them ready at hand for potential PSAs, follow their progress daily, communicate with them as much as THEY feel comfortable with it, share your tips and ideas, show your willingness to help them and never, ever advise them to do something you yourself wouldn’t do. People can sense it when you’re being honest and respectful, and they will respond likewise.

I hope this has been helpful. I’m sure some fine PSAs will come by, as I’m sure that this company is doing a great job, improving and expanding every day.

See you at the top!

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Hi, Boza! Thanks for asking! I must admit that this is a question I’ve been asking myself ever since I joined SFI.

We’re all concerned about recruiting PSAs, that’s of crucial importance in this business. If you don’t succeed in building your team, the chances for overall success are very small. So, first of all, while you’re still deciding which option is better, please don’t waste your time on thinking and advertise, the way you can and wherever you can. Every single ad
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

I’ll keep this answer brief and to the point. In my opinion, the personal characteristics and skill you need to become successful with SFI are:
1. determination
2. patience
3. good interpersonal skills
4. readiness to learn and improve
5. desire to make others happy and successful
6. positive attitude
7. sense of team work.

But aren’t those the skills and characteristics needed for success in any job or profession?

Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

This is a great question! I think that's the first obstacle we all need to overcome.

The impression people will get of SFI starts with your ad. The ready-made ad texts provided here are excellent, but you might want to go for more personalized ads. I normally make my own ads, with my photo and wording which shows that I'm a real person. My ads are linked to my blog pages, one in English and the other in my mother tongue, where I explain everything which might rise doubts about legitimacy of the program - details about the company, the fact that it is BBB-accredited, tasks to be accomplished, methods to earn income, methods of payment, and alike. I also make it clear there that this IS A REAL BUSINESS which won't make you rich over night and that you need to put time and effort in it, every day.

As concerns convincing your new PSAs and CSAs, it's most important to notify them through stream mail or genealogy mailer whenever you advance to the next level or earn prizes or anything which indicates to your personal success. Lead by example, and take a positive attitude and friend-to-friend approach.

All in all, this is a real business, and we are real people, and just need to pass that message to our future prospects.

I hope you'll find this answer helpful, but I'm also sure there are many other ideas and I'll follow other people's answers closely because this is one of the crucial issues.
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This is a great question! I think that's the first obstacle we all need to overcome.

The impression people will get of SFI starts with your ad. The ready-made ad texts provided here are excellent, but you might want to go for more personalized ads. I normally make my own ads, with my photo and wording which shows that I'm a real person. My ads are linked to my blog pages, one in English and the other in my mother tongue, where I explain everything which might rise doubts about legitimacy
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

In my opinion, two separate blogs will do better.

Why? Because these two programs attract different people.

When you talk about SFI, you’re addressing people who are looking for residual income or even full-time job from home. They are not necessarily interested in shopping or advertising products, but they should be interested in recruiting affiliates, communication, team building, daily work. You’re looking for people who are serious, hard-working, patient and motivated to make more or less money.

On the other hand, when you talk about TripleClicks, it’s all about purchase and sales, setting up your own e-commerce store, auctions – meaning that it will probably attract two kinds of people: those who already deal with sales, have a home-business they wish to promote, etc. – in other words, people who are already engaged in a business of their own, or those who simply enjoy shopping and adrenaline boosters like auctions and fortune games, and most of such people just want to have fun and probably lack the patience needed for SFI.

Obviously, we are talking about different kinds of people and they should be approached differently. Sure, it’s easier for you to maintain a single blog but, as I see it, two separate blogs would be more effective.

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In my opinion, two separate blogs will do better.

Why? Because these two programs attract different people.

When you talk about SFI, you’re addressing people who are looking for residual income or even full-time job from home. They are not necessarily interested in shopping or advertising products, but they should be interested in recruiting affiliates, communication, team building, daily work. You’re looking for people who are serious, hard-working, patient and motivated
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Affiliate since: 09/28/2022, Power Rank: 99999999

There are several things that new affiliates should not do in their first month:

1. Avoid communication with sponsor and uplines and think they know it all, as guidance in the first month is of crucial importance for success in this business;
2. Postpone starting to advertise for too long – they don’t have to know everything before they start recruiting, in fact, responsibility for new members can only accelerate their own learning. They should get down to making a blog or website ASAP;
3. Hastily collect all available action VP, because they will be left out in the cold and disappointed already in their second month. 1500 VP (EA status) is the target for the first month.

There are probably other things, but I myself usually highlight these three DON’Ts to my affiliates. I want them to be wise and hard-working, and to gain confidence, so as to start enjoying the benefits of the program as soon as practicable instead of feeling disappointed and discouraged after their initial efforts.

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There are several things that new affiliates should not do in their first month:

1. Avoid communication with sponsor and uplines and think they know it all, as guidance in the first month is of crucial importance for success in this business;
2. Postpone starting to advertise for too long – they don’t have to know everything before they start recruiting, in fact, responsibility for new members can only accelerate their own learning. They should get down to making a blog or website
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