Question:
"How best to utilize the Designated Diamond Program to build my team? What strategies should be used with your new PSAs vs. older ones?"
First I will say to you this is not a give away program, so consider this a very prestigious program, and think about what you did to be invited.
Are those you are holding in consideration stable in their actions? This will mean they have a consistent track record of activity.
I would look at other profiles if I had any doubts at all and see which are receiving at what rank. It would not be fair for some to give out this invite to lessor qualified, or to give before there are a consistent number of actions completed over a 8 to 12 month period.
Class and participation along with EA and VP streaks are also great guidelines.
Where are you at with this business?
Do you have those on your team who are out performing you?
In this case it would be very difficult to make a determination if you have team members who are outperforming you. On the other hand, what got your Sponsor's attention which caused the decision to invite you?
What areas stood out for you that qualified you, if you already have been designated?
From my own experiences, I would be sure I did not invite one to become designated who has not at least met the same qualifications as I did. In my case I have been with SFI over a year, and only missed one day, I missed a standing order 2 times, and had to cut back half of the standing order once.
Our badges will speak for us. As I really seriously consider your question, I think it may need to be more restrictions placed by SFI Admin, perhaps at least 8 - 12 months before considering anyone to be invited.
Two other requirements I would suggest is; must be a Fast Track, and at least have won a Leadership Challenge.
Another, would be paid by Payoneer, high winning points in contests, and "top" badges.
We do not want to lessen the value of such a prestigious award by giving invitations to those who are not as qualified as those who have worked so hard to deserve it.
I would go so far as to say to you, do not use this as an incentive, SFI has already taken position on this. The person would necessarily have to be deserving.
I would even consider an inquire to SFI Support before deciding if you are not really sure.
You asked a very important question here. This may be cause for more restriction before there are complaints from others who see Affiliates with less performance qualifications over time with badges in less time than those who has worked very hard for several years, and recognize others who have the badge in a few months.
Let's not destroy the value by inviting those who really do not deserve them.
Thank you for allowing me to share.
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