What should an affiliate do if their sponsor is non-responsive?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
1/1/2014 1:45 am
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
A true and effective sponsor is one who encourages and supports. Unfortunately, some affiliates, new or seasoned, have had the unfortunate experience of not getting responses from these sponsors. It may seem a bit unfair to some because these sponsors stand to benefit from the activities of those who form a part of their downline.
However, affiliates should always remember why they are here....you are not here for your sponsor, you are here to build a solid, successful and profitable business and SFI has provided the path for this. If there is no response from ones sponsor, try your co-sponsor. There is also an extremely active Forum with many experienced leaders there willing and able to answer any questions you may have. A2A is also available for you to build a network of affiliate friends who share ideas among each other.
Let us not forget that the Affiliate Center has loads of information and tips which SFI freely provides to all its affiliates so even though some new affiliates may say it seems confusing and overwhelming, it is important to know that you are never alone.
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A true and effective sponsor is one who encourages and supports. Unfortunately, some affiliates, new or seasoned, have had the unfortunate experience of not getting responses from these sponsors. It may seem a bit unfair to some because these sponsors stand to benefit from the activities of those who form a part of their downline.
However, affiliates should always remember why they are here....you are not here for your sponsor, you are here to build a solid, successful and profitable
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What good methods can I use with the new DIGITAL TripleClicks TCards?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
1/2/2014 3:18 pm
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Hello Julio,
Thanks to SFI for answering the call and making a Digital version of the TripleClicks Gift Cards available to all thereby eliminating shipping costs.
How then should you use them?
For those who have been actively growing a mailing list, this is a great path to use because those members especially those who are most active can be selected as recipients and the Redemption Codes emailed to them as a thank you for being a part of your relevant programs.
Another great method which I have tried is to use your digital Gift Cards in conjunction with the "Share it" feature at TripleClicks. For example, if there is an upcoming PB Auction for a product that you think many of your Social Media friends would be interested in, then you could "Share it" (for example on Facebook) then call to action participants by offering the Gift Cards making sure to include the word "FREE." Who doesn't love that word?
Also, if you own your own website, start a promotion whereby Gift Cards can be a reward for completing whatever the designated tasks are. Let's not forget that you can convert this Digital format to a printed form if the need arises.
All the best!
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Hello Julio,
Thanks to SFI for answering the call and making a Digital version of the TripleClicks Gift Cards available to all thereby eliminating shipping costs.
How then should you use them?
For those who have been actively growing a mailing list, this is a great path to use because those members especially those who are most active can be selected as recipients and the Redemption Codes emailed to them as a thank you for being a part of your relevant programs.
Another
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What kinds of investments should a new affiliate plan on making to succeed in SFI?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
6/23/2013 3:16 pm
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
There are so many great points to make here because there are multiple ways and products to invest in that has the potential to yield results. however, you asked about "new affiliates" so this is important and I will keep it very concise.
I think at the top of the list for a new affiliate should be the investment of time. Even if someone isn't new to internet marketing or other online activities, we still all have to learn about how SFI works, the various ways to earn and the tools and products offered. This will make us more confident and equip us with the knowledge base to answer any question posed to us as we advertise and build our team. Essentially the more time we invest in reading and absorbing information and strategies the more capable we will be to grow our business.
I will also say that investing in products such as S-Builder and IAHBE are great for team-building and education however, I must acknowledge that not everyone possesses the financial capability to invest in these products. If they can, then these are highly recommended investments. If not, then learning how and where to advertise and sharpening your sales and networking skills will be most valuable to a new affiliate because generating sales from PRMs can in turn generate the required VersaPoints a new affiliate will need to keep advancing. As progress is made, the investment portfolio can be diversified to even more products that will bring even more sales and duplication.
Wishing everyone continued growth and success.
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There are so many great points to make here because there are multiple ways and products to invest in that has the potential to yield results. however, you asked about "new affiliates" so this is important and I will keep it very concise.
I think at the top of the list for a new affiliate should be the investment of time. Even if someone isn't new to internet marketing or other online activities, we still all have to learn about how SFI works, the various ways to earn and the
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As an ECA, what is the best way to use a dropshipper for your ECA Products?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
6/8/2014 8:01 am
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Using a dropshipper can be a convenient and cost effective way for an ECA to operate. However, there are also risks such as unreliability. Here are the best ways to use a dropshipper:
1. Research- Do your homework; find out how quickly this dropshipper will process orders, how reliable they have been in the past, how responsive they are to queries and so on.
2. Testing- Place a few orders yourself so that you will know first hand what the quality of products you offer will be like, how appropriately it was packaged and how quickly it arrived.
3. Communication and follow-up- Ensure the dropshipper has good and reliable supply of products in stock. Contact with the dropshipper should be made in the shortest possible time after receiving payment from your customer so that the shipper can commence processing. Also, encourage feedback from your customers so that you can have a better understanding of any issues they may have had which may require you to keep or change your dropshipper.
All the best.
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Using a dropshipper can be a convenient and cost effective way for an ECA to operate. However, there are also risks such as unreliability. Here are the best ways to use a dropshipper:
1. Research- Do your homework; find out how quickly this dropshipper will process orders, how reliable they have been in the past, how responsive they are to queries and so on.
2. Testing- Place a few orders yourself so that you will know first hand what the quality of products you offer will be
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Does Google Adwords accept direct linking to SFI or TripleClicks Gateways? If NOT, what's the best way to advertise with Google Adwords?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
6/23/2013 1:17 pm
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Thanks for asking this question. For the benefit of everyone, Google Adwords does not accept direct linking to SFI or TripleClicks gateways. If you are about to create an Adwords account and post these gateways, you will end up losing whatever amount of your account balance you dedicate to running the ad for the first time. You will then get a notification that your account is suspended because they view the gateways as spam.
Google Adwords of course is a very popular and successful way of advertising. In order to make the most use of every precious dollar of your Adwords advertising budget, I recommend getting a Lifetime Prestige Domain from the TC store OR, if not that, set up your own website from a reputable company offering hosting services. With these options you may post links to both SFI and TripleClicks gateways. You are free to organise your site in the way you see fit and that will attract more visitors and ultimately get PSAs and PRMs.
It is important that I say also that doing a bit of research is important because you want to select all the relevant keywords and incorporate them on your site so that whenever searches are done, your website will be towards the top of the pile. Ensure also that your ad title is catchy, truthful and will make a browser want to click. More research will help you select the appropriate wording for your ad. When browsers click, they will be directed to your site which should have all those wonderful banners, graphics and information about SFI and TripleClicks.
Wish you and everyone success and hope I was of some help.
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Thanks for asking this question. For the benefit of everyone, Google Adwords does not accept direct linking to SFI or TripleClicks gateways. If you are about to create an Adwords account and post these gateways, you will end up losing whatever amount of your account balance you dedicate to running the ad for the first time. You will then get a notification that your account is suspended because they view the gateways as spam.
Google Adwords of course is a very popular and successful way
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Above all else, what is the ONE THING that has made the difference for you in succeeding with SFI?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
12/3/2013 6:55 am
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Hello Readers,
ATTITUDE, ATTITUDE, ATTITUDE. Why am I saying this?
In life in general, having the right attitude makes a difference to many outcomes and here at SFI, it is no different. Many things here at SFI can happen that may make you want to throw in the towel and give up. There is proof of this too because many of us have seen team members who started off learning and working who then suddenly of gradually stop because they feel discouraged. The feeling is understood because it is natural to want to see results after each effort. We know though that it does not always work that way. This is where your ATTITUDE comes in.
How many of us have participated in PB Auctions and lost? How many of us have spent money recruiting PSAs who are inactive? How many of us as ECAs have posted products for sale and there is no action for months? Quite a bit I'm sure. But then, if you checked with the "heavy hitters" in the auctions, the many Team Leaders and top earners here, and the successful ECAs, they may tell you that they also went through similar experiences.
What made the difference? Their ATTITUDE of never giving up.
Cheers to your success!
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Hello Readers,
ATTITUDE, ATTITUDE, ATTITUDE. Why am I saying this?
In life in general, having the right attitude makes a difference to many outcomes and here at SFI, it is no different. Many things here at SFI can happen that may make you want to throw in the towel and give up. There is proof of this too because many of us have seen team members who started off learning and working who then suddenly of gradually stop because they feel discouraged. The feeling is understood because
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How can we get across to our affiliates that investing minor (at least) amounts of money into SFI is smart?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
12/3/2013 6:21 am
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Fellow future and continued earners,
Affiliates who have taken the interest and have become avid readers of all the information and training that SFI freely provides would have learnt that this great company is structured in such a way that it is not a requirement to invest any money to start earning.
I would answer this question by asking, "Are you here to make a few dollars or a few hundreds of dollars OR are you here to make BIG MONEY?" I do not know any traditional business who become extremely successful without investing some money into it. I think we all want to make big money to change our lives and investing a little money in a business which already has a proven structure and thousands of successful affiliates who can attest to its worth and validity is the way to go.
After all, BIG MONEY is the goal.
Cheers to your success!
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Fellow future and continued earners,
Affiliates who have taken the interest and have become avid readers of all the information and training that SFI freely provides would have learnt that this great company is structured in such a way that it is not a requirement to invest any money to start earning.
I would answer this question by asking, "Are you here to make a few dollars or a few hundreds of dollars OR are you here to make BIG MONEY?" I do not know any traditional
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Recruiting PSAs or ECAs--which will generate the quickest income?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
12/3/2013 6:39 am
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
Hello all Readers,
This seems a bit challenging to draw a line and say which will generate the quickest income because both have their merits.
Here at SFI/TripleClicks we tend to shy away from the notion of quick money because we are all about generating long-term meaningful and significant income which takes time to build. However, I would probably lean towards saying that the ECA may be the quickest route and here is why.
If the ECAs which are recruited are established and experienced companies, they may already have product recognition which potential buyers would already be pulled to. Booming sales here would mean more and more of the 10% royalties being paid to you.
On the other hand, even thought the Direct Commission percentage you would earn from a PSA is 45% of CV, PSAs need some time to familiarize themselves with this business and read all the information before they begin to "take flight." However, when they do and their duplication efforts become successful, the earnings generated could very well surpass that of ECAs
Like I said, it really is hard to determine which will generate more income quicker. It all comes down to the quality of PSAs and ECAs that you recruit and it may be different for each individual. I'd say recruit both and cash in from all activities.
Cheers to your success!
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Hello all Readers,
This seems a bit challenging to draw a line and say which will generate the quickest income because both have their merits.
Here at SFI/TripleClicks we tend to shy away from the notion of quick money because we are all about generating long-term meaningful and significant income which takes time to build. However, I would probably lean towards saying that the ECA may be the quickest route and here is why.
If the ECAs which are recruited are established
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Thousands of SFI affiliates are doing the same thing. How do you stand out from the crowd?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
5/25/2014 12:52 pm
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
This question speaks to a true entrepreneurial mindset in terms of trying to think outside the box in order to achieve your goals. In order to stand out from the crowd, you will be required to conduct extensive research.
For example, if you are an ECA, are you offering a product that no other ECA is offering? Think about all those items you perhaps have searched for and couldn't find listed then, formulate a business model canvas on a new venture to make them a hit here.
Also, how do you conduct your marketing? Let's say that you work in an industry where you face customers everyday. Perhaps you lose pens everyday due to customers always borrowing and forgetting to return them. How about investing in getting a few of those pens printed with your gateway or website address? In this way you are handing them out and marketing smartly. When the customer locates the pen later, they may be curious and visit the site to see what SFI is all about.
Keep thinking outside the box. "Why fit in when you were born to stand out?"
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This question speaks to a true entrepreneurial mindset in terms of trying to think outside the box in order to achieve your goals. In order to stand out from the crowd, you will be required to conduct extensive research.
For example, if you are an ECA, are you offering a product that no other ECA is offering? Think about all those items you perhaps have searched for and couldn't find listed then, formulate a business model canvas on a new venture to make them a hit here.
Also,
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Which TEXT ADS have worked the best for you to attract PSAs?
Alison Richards, Aff (Jamaica)
5/25/2014 12:35 pm
Affiliate since: 02/12/2013, Power Rank: 99999999
There isn't just one specific text ad I could make reference to and say "this is the one". No single one has really stood out in terms as best performing for me. What I can say is that the text ads that seem to work are the ones which have the following components:
1. It addresses a concern - SFI has some good ones which state "Worried about Money" or "Wipe out your Debt".
2. Adds value for the reader - Let the reader know of some benefit they will receive from your offer such as "100% free" or "Add a second paycheck". Studies have shown that text adds with a numeric component in some instances had a better result.
3. Call to action - This can be stated in the form of " Join Today", "Click Here", Start Here" and so on.
Text ads are generally concise and attention-grabbing. The aim is to make the reader want to learn more. Trial and error is how we will evaluate a particular ad's performance. What works for some in some places may not work for others in other places.
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There isn't just one specific text ad I could make reference to and say "this is the one". No single one has really stood out in terms as best performing for me. What I can say is that the text ads that seem to work are the ones which have the following components:
1. It addresses a concern - SFI has some good ones which state "Worried about Money" or "Wipe out your Debt".
2. Adds value for the reader - Let the reader know of some benefit they
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1/1/2014 1:45 am