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Thousands of SFI affiliates are doing the same thing. How do you stand out from the crowd?

2151 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 5/31/2014 7:35 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
You can differential yourself by doing what others refuse to do. Most people will not go the extra mile. By doing so, you put yourself in a class of your own. The tools of the trade don't change from one person to the next. Every should use the tools that are proven to work.

Nevertheless, you can apply your personal touch to any situation. You are the only thing in the equation that is unique. So be uniquely you. Don't fake it till you make it. Don't pretend that you know what
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What is the best way to set up SEO (search engine optimization) on my website, to promote SFI and TripleClicks?

2091 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 5/31/2014 9:18 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Honestly, I'd have to say if you are not willing to devote the time and research required to do SEO then just pay someone to do it for you. But if you really want to learn about all the 200 or so possible factors that play into SERPs, then go for it! Read everything you can and apply it. Then you will have a site that is optimal for SEO. Unfortunately you were led to believe that sites that rank well make money. While most do get good traffic converting that traffic into CASH is a horse of a
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What are the best OFFLINE marketing tools you've found for recruiting new SFI affiliates?

1957 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 4/3/2013 3:53 am

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Of course, the best offline marketing tool is word of mouth. You must become the face of your business. This is so very important. If you don't talk about it and are excited about it, why should anyone else. Word of mouth advertising starts with you. You must participate in PriceBender auctions and then WHEN you win, share it with people you meet. Take a few gift cards with you and take that Samsung that you won on auction for less than $75.00 to your favorite wi-fi hangout. While you are
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What would be a good message or letter to send to my PSAs about the new CSA Rewards program?

410 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/23/2016 8:04 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
A good message to send to PSAs about the CSA Rewards program will remind of the importance of supporting your network. Too many teams have no support from their upline and it is apparent by the questions asked in the forum. So it is very important that everyone is serious about supporting a network. If your lifestyle is too busy then maybe you need to consider a different line of work.

Nonetheless for those enthusiastic business centers that want to grow their business and profits
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Is it possible to build a substantial Income with SFI, within 3-5 years, by purchasing ONLY a few S-Builder Co-op shares each month?

249 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 10/3/2012 4:23 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
It is absolutely possible to build a substantial income with SFI. Although, you must quantify what is substantial. For some this may be $1000.00/mo and for others it may be $10,000.00/mo. My question is which would you rather have and how bad to you want it! A few shares of the S-builder Co-op will yield, a few affiliates. In my past experience about 1 in 30 become 'movers'. To get 30 'movers, you'd need 900 affiliates accordingly or to get 5 you'd need 150. To get 150 affiliates from the
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Can someone share the text for a proven verbal presentation to use with prospective ECAs?

207 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 10/24/2012 2:42 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
This is a good question. Thanks for asking and sharing. The only proven verbal presentation is one that producing the desired end - recruiting active ECAs who sell thousands of dollars worth of merchandise month after month. So, even the best laid plans need to be revised from time to time. There is no magic bullet.

That said, There some things that you should remember when approaching ECAs.

1. Remember they are merchants and have busy schedules. As such, they are not
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What kind of rewards have proven to be the most effective for you for getting inactive affiliates active?

164 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 11/9/2012 5:40 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
I recommend that you reward affiliates that reach out to you and take your wise counsel. Those that do not reach out to you in most cases they will not respond to anything that you do. Don't reward apathy! Following the golden rule for success in SFI - Work with the Workers. If you do this, you will be happy with the results you get from your affiliates.

Even so, you will still have affiliates that do nothing. That's not a reflection on you but just know that SFI is not for everyone.
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How can I set up automatic messages to go out to my current and future affiliates?

163 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 1/22/2013 1:25 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
The best way to set up automatic messages that go out to current and future affiliates is to use an autoresponder. Here's what you do:

1. Sign up for an autoresponder service like GetResponse.
2. Write a series of informative messages that will last for a period of time. It can be up to 6 mos at a time. Some autoresponders may allow for longer periods of time.
3. Set up you autoresponder so that when you get a new affiliate they subscribe to your autoresponder service,
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What is a good goal to shoot for in SFI this year?

157 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 1/8/2013 2:30 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Thank you for asking! Remember, when it comes to goals they need to follow the "smart" rule of thumb.

1. S - Specific. A goal must be specific. "I will sponsor 10 affiliates this month by advertising my blog on twitter, facebook, yelp, and other social networking sites." Along with the declaration be sure to have a definite plan of action that will get you their. In order to be effective at social marketing strategies you need to post consistently on network
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What is a good example of a letter I could send to businesses with my flyers advertising the ECA Program?

153 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 11/6/2012 1:05 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Here's a good letter to send to prospective ECAs and be sure to attach your flyer with your contact information.

Dear Sir/Madame,

I understand that you sell 'electronics'. In today's global marketplace, 85% of retailers have e-commerce sites to sell their products and services 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. As you know, there are costs involved to maintain your e-commerce channels. There's the content management, programming and design, customer service, distribution,
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