Affiliate since: 05/30/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Brian's 27 other Ask SC answers

All the activities are good and help you to learn about SFI and Tripleclicks.

But the reason we are all here is to make extra money. The way to retain your team is to help them to succeed. For each person the path maybe a little different. You need to engage your teams members and learn their strengths and weaknesses. Help them to improve where they need help and always encourage them.

Building a team is important to long term success but I have found most income comes from selling.

1. The easiest is to promote products on Tripleclicks and earn commissions.
2. Sell items you no longer need.
3. Find local products that you can buy at a good price and sell them. You don't need an ECA store to do this you can start by listing the item as a personal item. If you have success then open an ECA store. Be creative.


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All the activities are good and help you to learn about SFI and Tripleclicks.

But the reason we are all here is to make extra money. The way to retain your team is to help them to succeed. For each person the path maybe a little different. You need to engage your teams members and learn their strengths and weaknesses. Help them to improve where they need help and always encourage them.

Building a team is important to long term success but I have found most income comes from
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Affiliate since: 10/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Alvin's 86 other Ask SC answers

Question:
"What is the most important message I must convey to my team to prevent them becoming inactive?"

Khalida Anies,

The best way to prevent this from happening is to do what we know to do as soon as we receive the alert; “You just sponsored a PSA!”
What we do is have these notifications delivered to our cellphones as well as our email address. Making sure we also have our email alerts turned on while doing other online tasks.

It is very difficult to accomplish this if you are sleeping while being alerted, but try to get online as soon as possible and catch the PSA member online.

The best thing to do if this person is yet online, is to attempt to prompt them into action with a brief chat welcome to the team, and offer help.

After this has been accomplished, send a welcome e card, and next a pre-written email by activating the preview button, and next sending this letter via Outlook in Microsoft Word.

It is also possible to copy and paste their email address in our own email account, and “Compose” them a personalized email directing them to their “Ledger” and the 3 “Training Buttons” next to their “Profile Photo” at our “Affiliate Center” right away.

This will help gain their focus, and if they are seriously seeking success, they will also hang out a little longer and learn something about the SFI TripleClicks business opportunity.

Making certain we are reminding them to contact us immediately we welcome them with an invitation to correspond with us frequently and regularly, as those of us who do communicate with their sponsors on a regular basis usually do rather well achieving their goals.

At this point it is just a matter of following up regularly with those tools provided for us, and rest assured we have done all we can.

Thanks for allowing me to share.
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Question:
"What is the most important message I must convey to my team to prevent them becoming inactive?"

Khalida Anies,

The best way to prevent this from happening is to do what we know to do as soon as we receive the alert; “You just sponsored a PSA!”
What we do is have these notifications delivered to our cellphones as well as our email address. Making sure we also have our email alerts turned on while doing other online tasks.

It is very
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

1. We need to have a good rapport, a friendly approach with our team, so that they listen to us.
2. We need to closely monitor them and encourage, appreciate them whenever they progress, however small it is, the SFI way.
3. We need to support them when they need assistance.
4. We have to talk to them and understand their immediate expectation from this business, help them to attain that.
5.We have to show them a way to earn income. Once they get an income, they will become active.


6.We can show them the chances of earning by playing games free or with TCredits.
7. This is not a quick rich program. We need to build a business. It will take its own time like any other traditional business. We need to have patience and continue working.
8. We will be losing VPs when inactive. Once lost is lost. We need to value the time. Every day's VPs are very important.
9.Even a single VP is an important one. We may realize the importance at the end of the month when we are short for a few VPs to get completed 1500 VPs or more as required.
10. We need to emphasize on the value of a VP. It's equivalent to a share in the Executive Pool.


11. We need to emphasize on the value of SFI business. The value of time and money.
12. We need to remind them both the short term and long term benefits of being in SFI. Short term benefits would be - commissions we get every month, the status, the leadership position, the badges, power ranks etc. Long term benefits like residual income, succession to next generation, etc.
13. We need to ask them to read about DTLs, PTLs, GTLs, STLs, BTLs in the forum threads, in their profile etc. So that they get inspired. They need to see our real heroes.
14. We have to ask them to read SFI Basics and launch pad lessons once again and act accordingly.
15. we have to help them grow their team so that they'll start seeing the income. Duplicating is the main thing we need to focus. They can refer ECAs.


Let's do our duty first, fruit will follow next.

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1. We need to have a good rapport, a friendly approach with our team, so that they listen to us.
2. We need to closely monitor them and encourage, appreciate them whenever they progress, however small it is, the SFI way.
3. We need to support them when they need assistance.
4. We have to talk to them and understand their immediate expectation from this business, help them to attain that.
5.We have to show them a way to earn income. Once they get an income, they will become active.


6.We
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Affiliate since: 10/27/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Lj's 17 other Ask SC answers

In my humble opinion inactivity comes from curiosity seekers, desperate job seekers, get rich quick wannabees who actually think they can get something for nothing, are joining SFI disillusioned and then become frustrated when it requires an investment of time & some small discretionary money. SFI is a business. It's not an occupation with salaried income or any guarantees. It comes at a cost of both time and money just like any other legitimate or illegitimate business. Don't concern yourself with those who become inactive. Just send them reminders of you success and what there missing. Work with the workers! Change your recruiting tactics to attract individuals seeking an at home business opportunity. This plan is great for retirees, the disabled, stay at home parents, or just those who want to build greater financial security. Don't use bait and switch type ads offering something for nothing!.. Also make sure your in touch with your folks weekly. Review their profiles and question their motives. Guide them!
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In my humble opinion inactivity comes from curiosity seekers, desperate job seekers, get rich quick wannabees who actually think they can get something for nothing, are joining SFI disillusioned and then become frustrated when it requires an investment of time & some small discretionary money. SFI is a business. It's not an occupation with salaried income or any guarantees. It comes at a cost of both time and money just like any other legitimate or illegitimate business. Don't concern yourself
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Hello, Khalida Anies.

You are, in fact, addressing the issue of what is to be an effective sponsor.

In the 17 years of SFI history, and the prior 13 years of Carson Services, before the creation of SFI, this is one of the questions that have been central to the success of this business.
I personally think that learning the fundamental lessons from such history and going back to it for inspiration will keep us motivated and help us motivate our team members as well.

What I have learned from my review of SFI’s track record is: hard work, planning and innovating. I would summarize it in the following manner, to answer your question:

I. The most important message we must convey to our team to keep them active is: "Winners never quit".

We need to paint for our team a clear picture that differentiates between winners and losers. Winners stay, and work. They look at each hurdle as a challenge to be overcome. They find inner strength in solving the problems they face in their business. They motivate others to do the same.
Losers look at every situation from a negative lens. They do not have the patience to analyze their situation and pinpoint to areas where solutions could help them move forward. They only see defeat where victory is possible. They stop working. They become inactive.

Being inactive is a form quitting. Whoever quits is a loser. They are losing on this great opportunity of success SFI has made available to anybody willing to work this business, focusing on the long term and willing to overcome the obstacles and the difficulties of any start-up.

Most of us are aware of these differences. Our effectiveness, as team leaders and motivators, should come from our ability to help each team member see his own potential of success with SFI and inspire them to reach their goals.

My personal take away from SFI’s continuous success is the constant innovation, adaptation to the changing business world.

In these lessons, we should find ways to apply this understand and this approach to building, motivating and keeping our SFI Team active.

II. I personally like to revisit the “Sponsoring “ module that clearly explains what is to be a Sponsor .

It https://www.sfimg.com/Training/YourRole

It states: “Note! NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO, at least half of your affiliates will NOT become successful.”

I find it very beneficial to keep it fresh in my mind “what is to be a sponsor”

Thus, first, it is critical to have a realistic view of internet marketing. There will always be a significant size of registered affiliate who will never be active. We all have noticed that when we sponsor new sign-up, only a few will ever confirm their emails and begin doing some initial work. We will hardly be able to even contact the majority that has not shown any sign of interest. Hence, our focus should be on those we have a reasonable expectation of reaching.

Second, among those who show some initial activity, a good approach is to look at their profile and try to find out their motivations. After welcoming them, we should engage in a fact finding dialogue to identify how we can help be, giving their personal circumstances and their goals.
I would like to remind everybody of this important paragraph from the “Sponsoring” module:

Quote:
“Make sure every AFFILIATE you sponsor has checked out the actions outlined in the To-Do List at their SFI homepage. Assist them as they proceed through these steps! Make sure their questions are answered. GETTING STARTED IS THE HARDEST PART OF ANY JOURNEY. Your job as a sponsor or a co-sponsor is to be available to your team members. Make sure that you are there to offer friendly guidance and support in a timely manner as your personally sponsored affiliates (PSAs) start out on their journey”
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Third, among those who stay and continue to work with SFI, some will drop. Not every business will succeed. Similarly, not every SFI affiliate will be a Diamond Team Leader (DTL) or even a Platinum Team Leader (PTL). This is part of human nature.

Keeping the above in mind will make our task easier and work efficiently with those who have a vision and a desire to succeed.

What I have found to be most effective is to “work with those who are willing to work, and are taking action to grow their business”.

With those I strive to build a one-to-one working business relationship, asking them questions, getting their feedback, and giving them advice.
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Hello, Khalida Anies.

You are, in fact, addressing the issue of what is to be an effective sponsor.

In the 17 years of SFI history, and the prior 13 years of Carson Services, before the creation of SFI, this is one of the questions that have been central to the success of this business.
I personally think that learning the fundamental lessons from such history and going back to it for inspiration will keep us motivated and help us motivate our team members as well.

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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Some of our affiliates sign up and then become inactive without earning as much as one single VP. With them you can just persist and send them your welcome, e-cards and newsletters and hope you touch on a point that peaks their interest at some time.

Apart from doing your best to help, guide and support your active affiliates and to teach them all you can, there is no guarantees they will stay active - life happens and something totally unrelated might prevent them from staying active. You can not prevent life from happening, you can just deal with it to the best of your abilities.

I can tell you what to do to guarantee your affiliates dropping off the face of the earth - lie to them and make unrealistic promises. The truth will come out soon and you will loose their faith and trust and they will become inactive or they will ask to be assigned another sponsor - which will let everybody know how you deal with affiliates.
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Some of our affiliates sign up and then become inactive without earning as much as one single VP. With them you can just persist and send them your welcome, e-cards and newsletters and hope you touch on a point that peaks their interest at some time.

Apart from doing your best to help, guide and support your active affiliates and to teach them all you can, there is no guarantees they will stay active - life happens and something totally unrelated might prevent them from staying active.
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

In order to prevent your team becomes active, you need all the time I encourage:
- To regularly perform daily, weekly and monthly tasks
- To open up a standing order,
- Tripleclicks to advertise and build your team,
- To constantly communicate with their upper and lower line of the team,
- To play T-time game and other games
- To participate in the auctions
- Are active on the forum,
- To regularly monitor all developments by SFI.
However, it is also very important that you, as a leader, you know how to praise each individual in the team and congratulate him for any result achieved.
This definitely helps.
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In order to prevent your team becomes active, you need all the time I encourage:
- To regularly perform daily, weekly and monthly tasks
- To open up a standing order,
- Tripleclicks to advertise and build your team,
- To constantly communicate with their upper and lower line of the team,
- To play T-time game and other games
- To participate in the auctions
- Are active on the forum,
- To regularly monitor all developments by SFI.
However, it is also very
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Affiliate since: 11/29/2011, Power Rank: 102 | Read Gliceria's 402 other Ask SC answers

If I knew what is the most important message to convey to my team to make them active I would be a Diamond Team Leader by now!

A lot of affiliates who have been in SFI for many years are still grappling with this dilemma. What to say to make your team be active, and to stay?

As our team is composed of diverse personalities, nationalities, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds there is simply no such thing as one size fits all.

One short and simple message has no guarantee that it will be received with equal enthusiasm by all. In the same way as a long and detailed message will not be read at all.

But we can only try our best. When sending our weekly group message, ensure we write a message with universal appeal. Mentioning and emphasising always the importance of following the SFI Rules of Success.

The 20 Rules of Success is our guide and the messages in them, especially Rule No. 7, will be the most important message that we can convey to our team with confidence. The most important lesson in life: No one else can make them successful. It's all up to them.

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If I knew what is the most important message to convey to my team to make them active I would be a Diamond Team Leader by now!

A lot of affiliates who have been in SFI for many years are still grappling with this dilemma. What to say to make your team be active, and to stay?

As our team is composed of diverse personalities, nationalities, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds there is simply no such thing as one size fits all.

One short and simple message
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Affiliate since: 07/13/2007, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Paul's 6 other Ask SC answers

As a team leader I convey to my downline that SFI is a lifestyle change and this is......

WHY?

SFI’s business model rewards ALL affiliates for taking daily actions. What has always amazed me about, “Human Nature” is that we expect something for nothing. Which goes to an Economics 101 saying, “TANSTAAFL”, There Aint No Such Thing As A Free Lunch”.

The bigger question is, “What are you doing to be successful in YOUR SFI business?” As a team leader and/or EA2 with a downline, we are unable to get up every morning and make our downline log in to SFI and TAKE Daily actions.

Now that would be an excellent idea for a computer programmer to implement. I know there is someone out there with enough programing savvy to develop a program where as soon as someone turns on his/her computer it would immediately open up to their SFI website. And also wouldn’t allow them to check his/her email and/or social media until they completed their daily actions!

Until that happens the best we can do as Team Leaders/EA’s is to assist them to change their hearts and minds and, “Consciously Take Daily Action.” The most difficult aspect of human nature is forming a new habit.

Many experts have written about this topic and that advice is continually ignored, why? IT TAKES CONSCIENCE DAILY ACTION!

Society has evolved into the, “Worker Bee” mentality. Get up, go to work (a JOB, Just Over Broke) and rinse and repeat. What happens is we fall into a rut and start thinking the victim mentality. We also become complacent and start living unconsciously.

What is the victim mentality? Blaming outside circumstances and justifying those circumstances as to why we are unsuccessful.

What is living unconsciously? Being reactive instead of proactive! Reacting to our environment and society and pleasing everyone else, not stepping outside our comfort zones, (Friends and Family) because we don’t want to offend them! Why? Because they’ll tell you, “Yeah, I tried that once and it was because of X,Y,Z that it didn’t work. It’s always someone and/or something else at fault. (Victim mentality)

So here’s the game plan:

Be a Victor, not a Victim!

Accept responsibility for our actions!

Start living consciously!

Plan out our day, decide how much time we can devote to our SFI business, you can complete your daily actions in less than 15 minutes a day.

If your friends are telling you can’t do something, change your friends.

If your family’s telling you need to stop that computer business and pay more attention to me, remind them that your DAILY actions are going to afford more vacations, more money, more abundance, etc and that if they cared about you, about us as a family, that you can either pitch in and help or leave me alone for at least an half hour, hour, etc. Include them in your plans and explain to them how this will benefit the family in the long run!

Give up the T.V. social media, video games etc for an hour and devote to SFI.

Start filling up your mind with motivational books, tapes, etc. An old computer saying, “GIGO”, Garbage In, Garbage Out. Feed your mind, you take care of your body right? Take care of your mind. Again, turn off the T.V. (Mostly Murder, Mayhem, etc… All the negative aspects of human nature) and focus on the positive aspects of human nature.






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As a team leader I convey to my downline that SFI is a lifestyle change and this is......

WHY?

SFI’s business model rewards ALL affiliates for taking daily actions. What has always amazed me about, “Human Nature” is that we expect something for nothing. Which goes to an Economics 101 saying, “TANSTAAFL”, There Aint No Such Thing As A Free Lunch”.

The bigger question is, “What are you doing to be successful in YOUR SFI business?” As a team
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Affiliate since: 03/15/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read John's 50 other Ask SC answers

Good question.

Unfortunately, you never know if your Team will be active or not, unless you signed them up personally.

If so, I recommend telling them your story first, that way they have an idea of why you got into SFI in the first place.

And the real answer is simple for me: The reason I got into SFI and TripleClicks is because I see the incredible potential for growth and residual income.

My commissions have grown every month. Little by little: those commissions will grow until I have a sustainable business, and that is when even greater things will happen!

That's pretty much why...
To Our Success!


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Good question.

Unfortunately, you never know if your Team will be active or not, unless you signed them up personally.

If so, I recommend telling them your story first, that way they have an idea of why you got into SFI in the first place.

And the real answer is simple for me: The reason I got into SFI and TripleClicks is because I see the incredible potential for growth and residual income.

My commissions have grown every month. Little by little: those
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