Affiliate since: 11/23/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Cornelius's 63 other Ask SC answers

Hello, Robert,
This is an interesting question!
It actually borders on the age-long Management axiom : "Leadership by Example".

You see, naturally, people who are led normally follow their leader. Whatever they see the leader does, they attempt to copy.

So, if you really want your downlines to spend money monthly to maintain EA status, you should first "take the bull by the horn". And when they see that month-in, month-out, you are always having the status EA, it becomes much easier for you to tell them to do the same; and honestly, they will comply.

And just with that singular action of yours, your SFI Business will have a positive turn-around-time (TAT). Ditto for your monthly commissions: they will also increase/improve tremendously.

Hope this helps.
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Hello, Robert,
This is an interesting question!
It actually borders on the age-long Management axiom : "Leadership by Example".

You see, naturally, people who are led normally follow their leader. Whatever they see the leader does, they attempt to copy.

So, if you really want your downlines to spend money monthly to maintain EA status, you should first "take the bull by the horn". And when they see that month-in, month-out, you are always having
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Affiliate since: 10/05/2011, Power Rank: 303 | Read Francis's 105 other Ask SC answers

The role of the sponsor is to guide the PSA or CSA with their business and not to be seen to be putting pressure on them. One of the first goals of every new affiliate should be to qualify as Executive Affiliate as this is the only way we can participate in the share of the pool. However, having said that affiliates come in many types of personality and ability, there will inevitably be differences in their capacity to meet these expectations. I think it is every sponsor’s wish to have very good PSAs and the best way to have your active affiliates as EAs should be to lead by example. In other words put duplication into practice. Show them how and why you maintain your EA and you will be sowing the seeds of motivation.
It is true that after the first month, one has to do more to maintain their EA status and this is where the sponsor should help the affiliate. Those who can afford to spend should be encouraged and those who cannot should be advised to invest their time wisely and gradually, they too will be able to participate in the sales. One man's 30 days could be another man's 300 days!
Putting pressure on them will make them feel as if they are just being used and they may turn away altogether.

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The role of the sponsor is to guide the PSA or CSA with their business and not to be seen to be putting pressure on them. One of the first goals of every new affiliate should be to qualify as Executive Affiliate as this is the only way we can participate in the share of the pool. However, having said that affiliates come in many types of personality and ability, there will inevitably be differences in their capacity to meet these expectations. I think it is every sponsor’s wish to have very good
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Affiliate since: 05/13/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Steve's 16 other Ask SC answers

Why would you sound greedy by simply explaining to your down line that the easiest way to maintain EA status is to have a Standing Order for 1500 VPs?

The investment is small but the rewards are huge. Maintaining EA status this way will allow them to focus on other aspects of the SFI business, like duplication and building their own down line, advertising, setting up their own web site or blog etc., without having the stress and worry of where and how to get VPs to attain EA status.

Every business no matter what needs some form of monetary investment to succeed. I don't believe greed comes into the equation.
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Why would you sound greedy by simply explaining to your down line that the easiest way to maintain EA status is to have a Standing Order for 1500 VPs?

The investment is small but the rewards are huge. Maintaining EA status this way will allow them to focus on other aspects of the SFI business, like duplication and building their own down line, advertising, setting up their own web site or blog etc., without having the stress and worry of where and how to get VPs to attain EA status.

Every
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Affiliate since: 11/05/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Alberto's 2 other Ask SC answers

I really can understand your concern,
but as we see everything from a higher point of view by analyzing SFI as it has to be done: a real business everything became clear.
In any kind of business we need to employ time and resorses, especially money and in many cases a lot of money.

Definitely a good thing in SFI is that there is no obligation to purchase monthly products or have recurring fee.
But if we want results in this business like in any business we have a unique way:

Invest Time and Resources

The time of course that we use is our own time, especially in the beginning, and resources are money and the skills we already have, or we're going to acquire and develop.

Always we must keep in mind the goal that everyone has with SFI
That is why we work on this.
Everyone has is own big WHY, and more is clear and more is easy to invest our time and resorses with no regreat.
We develop our plan to get were we want in a certain time.
For instance we want to be financially independent and for us this means earning $5,000 per month and we want to arrive there within 10 years.
That's time and resources to be used may not be impressive but, if we have the dream to realize the above goal in let's say three years from now, then we need to use resources and time in more massive way.
So all in my schedule that can help me reach my dream has to be used to accelerate the path.
This implies also the use of paied resources like other people time and skills, such as the ability to create paied ads campaign or buy leads to improve the number of affiliate recruited like buying PSAs to Go for instance, and especially the use of StandingOrders to be sure to keep the achieved status of EA.
This also allows you to set an example and show how a leaders works in an effective and productive way and thus helping and teaching your downline to do the same duplicating success and allowing everybody to reach own goals.

I wish you the best success!
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I really can understand your concern,
but as we see everything from a higher point of view by analyzing SFI as it has to be done: a real business everything became clear.
In any kind of business we need to employ time and resorses, especially money and in many cases a lot of money.

Definitely a good thing in SFI is that there is no obligation to purchase monthly products or have recurring fee.
But if we want results in this business like in any business we have a unique
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Affiliate since: 10/17/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read BELINDA's 36 other Ask SC answers

How do you motivate your downline to spend money monthly to maintain EA status without sounding greedy?

When sending out Team Mail, once in a while you might want to review SFI's 3-Step plan with your team. Include the benefit's of achieving the rank of EA/EA2. However, I have found that not every person on my team really wants to build a team or at least not start there. They want to sell Tripleclick's products and earn commissions in that way. Some are just looking for a sales platform for their own products and it does you well to talk about these forms of SFI earnings as well. If they do well selling TC items (their own or those of TC and others), I believe they will eventually take a closer look at team building potential earnings. People that are making money usually want to make more. You can also let them know that you would like to hear from them and about how they intend to work their SFI/TC business. Only ask if you really intend to discuss it with them in future correspondences.

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How do you motivate your downline to spend money monthly to maintain EA status without sounding greedy?

When sending out Team Mail, once in a while you might want to review SFI's 3-Step plan with your team. Include the benefit's of achieving the rank of EA/EA2. However, I have found that not every person on my team really wants to build a team or at least not start there. They want to sell Tripleclick's products and earn commissions in that way. Some are just looking for a sales platform
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Affiliate since: 09/11/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Danijela's 73 other Ask SC answers

This is a good question. The same thing has bothered me for months.
I think you need to explain the benefits of EA status (higher wages, 10TC free, the new CSA) and the consequences that will have if you do not confirm the status (CSA loss, loss of profits ...). It should encourage associates to participate in the games. Some already do it and have won something TC. That TC and MPR, its can help to confirm the status. If they lack some VP, they can to supplement so that they can buy individual TC.
SO is a great thing. If you buy SO, you do not have to worry about the confirmation status. I recommend you to buy S-Builder or 125TC. If you buy a package TC, you can participate in the auctions and win it.
Of course, there are some who would not want any of this. If someone does not want to buy individual TC to confirm the status or to set SO, and also considers gaming nonsense - you ask yourself if this person is worth your time.
And do not forget: you do not run a charity - you do business. No salary without work and investment. It is not greed, it is common sense.
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This is a good question. The same thing has bothered me for months.
I think you need to explain the benefits of EA status (higher wages, 10TC free, the new CSA) and the consequences that will have if you do not confirm the status (CSA loss, loss of profits ...). It should encourage associates to participate in the games. Some already do it and have won something TC. That TC and MPR, its can help to confirm the status. If they lack some VP, they can to supplement so that they can buy individual
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

"A stich in time saves nine!"

Without mincing words about this I urge every affiliate at SFI who is interested in long term success to ensure that before their downlines spend a maximum of 5days at SFI,

They are introduced to what FAST TRACK program is all about.

Let them know the advantages of being a FAST TRACKER..both as a silver Fast Tracker and especially as a Gold Fast tracker..so this means you must urge them to also take advantage of the New Member Pack!

Let them know about the advantage of a STANDING ORDER(SO).

Let them know that its's only the SO that will help them easily maintain their Executive Affiliate (EA) status...and also explain to them THAT WITHOUT MAKING EA SGATUS MINTHKY, THEY CANNOT BE PAID!..that will get their attention fo sure...its's about them being paid..NOT you being greedy!

When you do this within the first 5days, you stand more chances of having your affiliate judge you less for being greedy as opposed to telling them months down the road simply because you've noticed they never ever go beyond the Affiliate position.....
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"A stich in time saves nine!"

Without mincing words about this I urge every affiliate at SFI who is interested in long term success to ensure that before their downlines spend a maximum of 5days at SFI,

They are introduced to what FAST TRACK program is all about.

Let them know the advantages of being a FAST TRACKER..both as a silver Fast Tracker and especially as a Gold Fast tracker..so this means you must urge them to also take advantage of the New Member
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Affiliate since: 10/20/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Teresa's 9 other Ask SC answers

How do you motivate your down line to spend money monthly to maintain EA status without sounding greedy?
Before we can attempt to answer this question, I think we need to unpack the following:-
A. What is a business; Can a business be, without investments

1. A business is organization or economic system where goods and services are exchanged for one another or for money.
2. Every business requires some form of investment.

B. What Motivates Entrepreneurs/Business people?

Hunger for success. Exponentially more men and women who successfully and continuously launch thriving businesses are committed, hardworking and always thrive to achieve success and recognition be in global or in small scale but remain highly profitable just the same.

C. How do they do it?
Given the repeat success many enjoy, you can pretty much count luck out. And while a wide range of leadership abilities go into the mix, at the core is an innate drive toward success.
The greatest challenge for a serial entrepreneur is figuring out how to rekindle the initial hunger, passion and dedication that fueled their first venture. To do so, many surround themselves with connections who’ve supported them in the past, often leaning heavily on trusted partners for crucial financial, professional and emotional support. To continuously draw from these people, the entrepreneur must inspire an organic dedication among his or her followers.
Often viewed as optimistic and idealistic, the entrepreneur possesses a level of commitment and a vision that are easily observed. They’re inventive, aggressive, confident, tireless, highly (and often severely) competitive, and possess an intense level of focus. Entrepreneurs genuinely believe in what they’re doing and thereby inspire others toward the same goal. They typically place a high value on creativity and will take a calculated risk if they’re fairly certain they can sway the eventual outcome in their favor.
But what inspires such a fierce level of commitment?
a) Wealth
Money seems to be the common denominator among serial entrepreneurs. Taking a quick glance over a list of The World’s Billionaires compiled by Forbes, a large percentage are entrepreneurs, including Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Larry Ellison and Amancio Ortega. These men account for the top 1 percent of the world’s wealth and have achieved their standing as self-made entrepreneurs.
b) Intrinsic Motivation
Also known as the “entrepreneurial obsession,” intrinsic motivation is a term used to refer to the predisposition to work on something because it’s interesting, engaging, stimulating, satisfying or challenging on a personal level. This is in opposition to the larger set of people who are extrinsically motivated, driven by expected evaluation, supervision, competition or rewards. Entrepreneurs do what they do because they genuinely enjoy it. As a result, many serial entrepreneurs strive to create something that is both tangible and significant and will not pursue objectives they deem to be less of a challenge.
c) Social Responsibility
There is no guarantee on the success of any business startup, though the success rate of a serial entrepreneur would seem to argue with that fact. As mentioned above, those willing to risk both time and financial resources do so because they believe in what they’re doing. And with entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs or Larry Page, the co-founder of Google, we glimpse a desire to leave the world a better place by contributing innovations that improve the entrepreneur’s chosen field. These individuals, who may possess a nearly maniacal level of ambition, tend to provide products and services that strive to improve society and in the process leave a significant mark on the world – in short, a legacy.

1. Coming to the question at hand:-

1.1 What is EA Status?

EA stands for Executive Affiliate, which is one level in the SFI business. SFI have EA2, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond levels. These levels depicts your earnings in the SFI business.

1.2 What are the advantages of keeping EA level?

When you are now EA2 you begin to taste your hard work and share in the SFI pool. In the Triple Clicks there is a lucrative income stream that we as affiliates can tap in monthly.

1.3 How is it working

There more VP you score e.g. 1500 VP monthly, you will receive one share of the months’ pool. You should note that VP can be earned for doing wide variety of actions. This you will find in the VP Ledger page. So having a standing order of 1500Vp automatically qualifies to earn a share in the business. But surely you do not want to end being the EA2 only you will need to forge forward to become even the other levels as I have outlined it where you will even share the most in your business.




1.3 Experience

How is it working for you?

Share your wonderful news about how this EA status is working for you.
It is important as leaders to lead by example. The saying that says” Lead by example and practise what you preach” is true in its true sense. You can’t expect you’re down lines to be keep the EA status whilst you as a leader you have nothing to show for that. You’re home page must speak for itself.

1.4 Refer

Refer your down line to the relevant tabs, where they could get more information as supplied by SFI. The read! Read! its emphasized by SFI. There is no magic in prospering in the business you need to learn the ropes, the ins and outs of it in order to succeed.

It is the same with SFI it no miraculous business but a genuine business like the rest that need investment in a form of time, commitment, patience, and money.

So I will say propel your down line to take this business serious by putting a little in their monthly budget resources for the business until the business can take up its own dues until then sacrifices are to be made. Surely there is something you can sacrifice for the sake of your business in your monthly spending.

By saying the above does it show any greediness on your side? I don't think so, you are simply looking up for their business.

All of the best.

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How do you motivate your down line to spend money monthly to maintain EA status without sounding greedy?
Before we can attempt to answer this question, I think we need to unpack the following:-
A. What is a business; Can a business be, without investments

1. A business is organization or economic system where goods and services are exchanged for one another or for money.
2. Every business requires some form of investment.

B. What Motivates Entrepreneurs/Business
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Affiliate since: 09/23/2017, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Joyce's 3 other Ask SC answers

When you tell your down line the benefits of becoming an EA they will become motivated to increase in rank.

Your first goal should be to become an EA as soon as possible so you will start earning full commissions on all of your affiliates.

As soon as you reach 1500Vps you will be awarded 2 CSAs.

As soon as you are an EA2 and you have your team of EA2s you will start earning, so will your down line if they follow the system as well.

Everyone wins when everyone follows this system!

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When you tell your down line the benefits of becoming an EA they will become motivated to increase in rank.

Your first goal should be to become an EA as soon as possible so you will start earning full commissions on all of your affiliates.

As soon as you reach 1500Vps you will be awarded 2 CSAs.

As soon as you are an EA2 and you have your team of EA2s you will start earning, so will your down line if they follow the system as well.

Everyone
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Affiliate since: 06/21/2024, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Paul's 57 other Ask SC answers

There is only one way to motivate anyone to do anything. Show them what is in it for them. People respond to benefits. How investing in their business will lead to growth in their business and more income.

It's true, we can start free, and remain free forever, and make money if we are good at marketing
product and sponsoring new PSAs who will purchase product for which we will earn commissions.

The only way to sound greedy is if all our communications are pulling for our downline to buy product that will net us commission. If that is our message our downline will pick up on it and do just the opposite.

Show your downline that it is necessary for them to invest in their business to set an example for the new people they sponsor. You may want to recommend a product you are using.
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There is only one way to motivate anyone to do anything. Show them what is in it for them. People respond to benefits. How investing in their business will lead to growth in their business and more income.

It's true, we can start free, and remain free forever, and make money if we are good at marketing
product and sponsoring new PSAs who will purchase product for which we will earn commissions.

The only way to sound greedy is if all our communications are pulling for
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