Affiliate since: 01/14/2013, Power Rank: 587 | Read Sule's 287 other Ask SC answers

This is a very interesting question. The relationship between Sponsors and Affiliates comes in very mixed bags in SFI. Some could be outright forced-marriages of strange bed fellows who could be stuck with each other for life, come rain come shine for so long as they remain in SFI. I am of the view that if you use the under-listed parameters well, it is possible to give an unbiased rating of your sponsor every month irrespective of whether you are cozy with each other or not.

01. How often do you get communications from your sponsor?
02. How quickly does he/she respond to your inquiries?
03. How often do you get useful tips/information from your sponsor?
04. Does he/she show genuine concern for your success in SFI?
05. How much material help (if any) do you get from him/her and how often?
06. Have you ever physically spoken to or chatted with him/her?
07. How intimately does he/she know you?
08. How well is he/she doing in SFI business?
09. How many new business opportunities in SFI (if any) has he/she ever drawn your attention to.
10. Does he/she remember and help you to mark your special anniversaries?
11. How often does he/she congratulate you on your token achievements in SFI?
12. Does he/she sound to you like a pie-in-the-sky dreamer?

I believe if you are able to take the foregoing into account when you want to rate your sponsor monthly, you will no doubt be in a position to give a very unbiased rating of him/her every month. Good luck and have a very nice day ahead!!!



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This is a very interesting question. The relationship between Sponsors and Affiliates comes in very mixed bags in SFI. Some could be outright forced-marriages of strange bed fellows who could be stuck with each other for life, come rain come shine for so long as they remain in SFI. I am of the view that if you use the under-listed parameters well, it is possible to give an unbiased rating of your sponsor every month irrespective of whether you are cozy with each other or not.

01. How often
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Affiliate since: 10/26/2010, Power Rank: 238 | Read Kay's 289 other Ask SC answers

Other answers to this question have given many criteria for measuring the effectiveness of a sponsor. These tell what we ought to see in a sponsor, but not how they fit onto the measuring stick when we rate our sponsors.

List the criteria that you wish to look at when you rate your sponsor. What are the import ones, which don't matter so much to you? Without a clear view of what your need and want in a sponsor, you can not fairly rate him.

The actual yardstick that use when rating our sponsors is 5 units long. From 1 star to 5 stars.
* 5 stars is the best. Does than mean perfect? No. It means that the sponsor is almost always reliable in helping his PSAs. He's human. Things come up that delays his communications, etc. But he is dedicated to helping his team. He reaches out to you before you reach out to him.
* 3 stars is the lowest rating where the sponsor can still be paid for his efforts. He does what he needs to do, but maybe more slowly. And nothing extra. He waits for you to reach out to him.
* 1 star means he is about useless. He didn't write at all this month, no communication, Team Mail, Stream, eCards, etc. No acknowledgements, rewards, tips.

* Stars 2 and 4 are the intermediate stars, not good enough for the best, not bad enough for the worst. They tell the sponsor that he has some work to do to satisfy his PSAs, but that they are seeing that what he does is helpful.

If you can not give your sponsor a 5 star rating, then write him a note and explain why, what he isn't doing that you think he should be doing. Open the discussion. Be nice, but truthful. If he's rating a 3 or better, he probably is trying to be a good sponsor. He just needs pointers.

You can write a comment right on the ratings page, or if you don't want it to be viewed forever, write an email.

I know that when I don't get a 5, I am upset. Because I can think back to where my shortfall was.

Be honest, but fair in your evaluations.

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Other answers to this question have given many criteria for measuring the effectiveness of a sponsor. These tell what we ought to see in a sponsor, but not how they fit onto the measuring stick when we rate our sponsors.

List the criteria that you wish to look at when you rate your sponsor. What are the import ones, which don't matter so much to you? Without a clear view of what your need and want in a sponsor, you can not fairly rate him.

The actual yardstick that use when
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Affiliate since: 02/06/2015, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Kendall's 5 other Ask SC answers

The yardstick I use is a very simple one.

In this past month, WHAT HAS MY SPONSOR DONE TO HELP ME GROW MY BUSINESS?

If I have not had any interesting group mail from my sponsor or any useful advice via the streaming facility, how can I give him/her a positive rating.

Did my sponsor view my VP ledger and send me a personal mail with some useful information where he/she identified a possible problem I may be having?

Unfortunately, many sponsors recruit you and then think their job is done. I think this is probably because many of them do not really understand the SFI business and are too scared to support you because they are not being supported by their own upstream.


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The yardstick I use is a very simple one.

In this past month, WHAT HAS MY SPONSOR DONE TO HELP ME GROW MY BUSINESS?

If I have not had any interesting group mail from my sponsor or any useful advice via the streaming facility, how can I give him/her a positive rating.

Did my sponsor view my VP ledger and send me a personal mail with some useful information where he/she identified a possible problem I may be having?

Unfortunately, many sponsors recruit you
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Affiliate since: 08/29/2023, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Osaro's 206 other Ask SC answers

It is often the case that some affiliates arbitrarily rate their sponsor without due diligence or an appropriate metric for measuring the performance, or otherwise of their sponsors. It is important to consider your rating in light of these in order to be seen to be fair in you rating.

Below are some suggestions in order to give an unbiased rating to your sponsor:

1. Do you receive timely and consistent helpful messages from your sponsor and not just messages designed to only earn him/her 30 VP for weekly messages.

2. Does your sponsor reply your request for assistance and inquiries on a timely manner? Please note that a reply offering solutions or explaining the reasons he/she cannot render assistance or offer solutions is enough.

3. Does your sponsor treat your as a partner, subordinate or a worker?

4. Does he give you tips on how to be successful in building your SFI business?

5. Does he/she acknowledge your hard work and encourage you when you are in despair?

6. Does he/she lead by example? I mean does he/she advise you to do what he is not doing or does he/she encourages you to follow his successful lead and where necessary show you how to duplicate his/her successes?

7. Is he/she capable of or incapacitated from being active and a helpful sponsor? Please learn to bear with your sponsor who does not possess the wherewithal, regarding what you expect from him/her.

8. Do his/her intentions have a semblance of cross solicitation or an honest endeavour on his/her part to guide you selflessly?

9. Kindly rate your sponsor in accordance with his/her capabilities and not your expectations, otherwise you will be 'judging’ him/her unfairly.

10. Always have it at the back of your mind that it is your job to make your SFI business terrific and not his/hers.

In conclusion, rating should be done conscientiously and faithfully, not just based on arbitrary 'judgement' and assumptions; otherwise you will be doing a disservice to your sponsor and to your conscience.

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It is often the case that some affiliates arbitrarily rate their sponsor without due diligence or an appropriate metric for measuring the performance, or otherwise of their sponsors. It is important to consider your rating in light of these in order to be seen to be fair in you rating.

Below are some suggestions in order to give an unbiased rating to your sponsor:

1. Do you receive timely and consistent helpful messages from your sponsor and not just messages designed to only
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Affiliate since: 10/01/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Nimo's 381 other Ask SC answers

Your ratings are based purely on your opinion and these ratings are very important.

Your opinion will be influenced by your relationship with your sponsor: how accessible he/she is - the amount and quality of the coaching and teaching you receive – her team building activities such as team incentives and team competitions, cheering and encouraging messages, keeping the team up to date with developments etc.. You take all these into account.

You owe it to yourself, your sponsor and to other team members to be honest with your ratings. Being nice helps no body. If your sponsor is lousy give him/her a low rating and make sure you give a comment. Your sponsor will want to know why such a low rating is given. If you sponsor is awesome, give him/her a high rating and comment. Say why you think he/she is an awesome sponsor.

The ratings may not be flattering and the comments may hurt but they let the sponsor know where he/she stands with the team, at least with you anyway. Hopefully they will wake him/her up to what needs to be done and try to do better. Guess who benefits – everyone - you and other team members as well as the sponsor.

On the other hand if the ratings are good, they will encourage your sponsor to do even better!

As a sponsor I keenly check these out every month. It’s only natural wanting to know what your team think of you as their sponsor. I welcome and do take into account what my team members say about my sponsoring activities.

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Your ratings are based purely on your opinion and these ratings are very important.

Your opinion will be influenced by your relationship with your sponsor: how accessible he/she is - the amount and quality of the coaching and teaching you receive – her team building activities such as team incentives and team competitions, cheering and encouraging messages, keeping the team up to date with developments etc.. You take all these into account.

You owe it to yourself, your
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Affiliate since: 05/03/2002, Power Rank: 300 | Read Mar's 582 other Ask SC answers

The network marketing business revolves around building relationships. In SFI we’re in the business of expanding our network through the duplication process. How well your Sponsor performed his/her responsibilities in your organization every month could be subjective to each member of the organization. Is there an unbiased and appropriate criterion in evaluating your Sponsor?

I used the following points in evaluating my Sponsor/Co-Sponsor in his/her performance of his/her leadership roles:

Communicates Openly and Listens

- Presents his/her ideas effectively gauging the needs of his/her team members; actively listens and incorporates input from others in his/her whole organization.

- Listens attentively and with empathy to concerns expressed by others in his/her whole organization.

Influences and Inspires His/her Team Members

- Promotes his/her ideas and proposals in creating a climate that fosters personal investment and nurtures commitment to a common vision and shared values in his/her whole organization; inspires action that promotes the development and growth of each member of his/her organization.

- Generates energy and enthusiasm in his/her team members by appealing to their personal values and goals.

- Establishes credibility by demonstrating broad knowledge, good judgment, and deep expertise as a result of his/her experience and the level of commitment in running his/her SFI business.

- Positions his/her ideas and proposals to address the needs, interests, and concerns of his/her team members.

Builds Relationships and Fosters Team Collaboration

- Cultivates an active network of relationships inside and outside his/her organization; fosters collaboration and teamwork by being inclusive, supportive and cooperative.

- Promotes a culture of collaboration and teamwork across his/her organization and connects members in his/her organization to form productive alliances in growing their SFI business.

- He/she is accessible and invests the time necessary to build relationships among his/her team members.

- Cultivates networks in order to strengthen expertise and build professional reputation in his/her organization.

- Creates a culture that values, supports, and reflects diversity in his/her organization.

- In addition he/she should provide insightful, motivating, and constructive feedback, coaching, and guidance in his/her organization.

- In his/her personal leadership, he/she should establish trust in his/her organization.

- He/she considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of his/her team members; understands impact of his/her own behavior; has a realistic understanding of own strengths and development needs; is committed to continuous learning.

- He/she should demonstrate humility while serving his/her organization.

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The network marketing business revolves around building relationships. In SFI we’re in the business of expanding our network through the duplication process. How well your Sponsor performed his/her responsibilities in your organization every month could be subjective to each member of the organization. Is there an unbiased and appropriate criterion in evaluating your Sponsor?

I used the following points in evaluating my Sponsor/Co-Sponsor in his/her performance of his/her leadership
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Affiliate since: 12/10/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Lisa's 12 other Ask SC answers

I believe that it is important to evaluate your Sponsor based upon your interaction with him or her. First of all, be mindful that it is likely that your sponsor has quite a substantial number of affiliates in their down line and that response times can vary. Take the initiative to contact them when you have questions or issues.

1. Does your sponsor send out Group and individual emails in response to inquiries?
2. Do you send emails to your sponsor? Does he/she respond promptly and effectively?
3. Does your Sponsor post relevant and helpful information in their Stream Posts and on their Leadership Page?
4. Does your Sponsor send encouraging messages to his/her group?

Of course, any evaluation is subjective, but I would tend to evaluate quite generously, except in the case where the Sponsor is unresponsive. Be aware that the scale is 5, 4, 3, 2,1 -with 5 being the best.
I suspect that some people may choose "1" believing that "1" is highest rating.
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I believe that it is important to evaluate your Sponsor based upon your interaction with him or her. First of all, be mindful that it is likely that your sponsor has quite a substantial number of affiliates in their down line and that response times can vary. Take the initiative to contact them when you have questions or issues.

1. Does your sponsor send out Group and individual emails in response to inquiries?
2. Do you send emails to your sponsor? Does he/she respond promptly and
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Thanks for this question.

We get Sponsor in 2 ways.

1. We are introduced to SFI directly by them;
2. We joined SFI on our own (like myself) & Sponsors are assigned to us by SFI;

In any case, once we get a Sponsor directly or indirectly, we should get adequate support, at least in the first few months helping us to perform smartly & start earning income within a reasonable time.

Sponsors should help their down lines with all their heart to grow and succeed.

They should:

1. Explain the Business concepts properly;
2. Teach/Educate systematically;
3. Intervene when situation warrants;
4. Correct errors if any in the working methodology;
5. Communicate regularly (& not just to secure AVP);
6. Help in building the Team;
7. Inspire through their own performance/achievements;
8. Motivate (best performers at least if not every one) through incentives;
9. Be active & a Role Model to follow;
10.Suggest ways & means to grow & succeed;
11. Have the heart to share how do they succeed;
12. Reassign a really active & performing PSA & not some one who is inactive;
13. Be prepared to contact down line (Even a non seeking one!) on their own with genuine concern;
14. Above all, keep up dating their Leadership Page regularly.

Conclusion:

1. These are major indicative parameters to evaluate the performance of Sponsors.
2. If you like, you can add your own parameters;
3 Our growth & success also play a big role in their growth & success;
4. If they understand this & support their down line, they are the " Awesome Sponsors".
5. You can check your Sponsor's compliance against any/some or all of these parameters & rate
his/her performance accordingly.


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Thanks for this question.

We get Sponsor in 2 ways.

1. We are introduced to SFI directly by them;
2. We joined SFI on our own (like myself) & Sponsors are assigned to us by SFI;

In any case, once we get a Sponsor directly or indirectly, we should get adequate support, at least in the first few months helping us to perform smartly & start earning income within a reasonable time.

Sponsors should help their down lines with all their heart to
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Affiliate since: 11/14/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read VIVEK KUMAR A's 129 other Ask SC answers

Your sponsor is your mentor at work and should be rated according to the level of supportive activity and initiative that he / she takes in easing the process for you.

This begins with and moves on to following activities:

1. The welcome message offering assistance.
2. Timely E Cards to recognize, appreciate and guiding you in your work.
3. Providing time to time recommendations to show you a clear path to success through personalized mails.
4. Making aware of better strategies that can be employed to achieve growth and success through Team mails.
5. Prompt reply to your queries if asked for to assist you move forward smoothly.

If your sponsor is doing this effectively, definitely you should rate them highest, that is 5. You should see the efforts of your sponsor that supports you in your long term growth not just the gains you directly receive as a result in short term.

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Your sponsor is your mentor at work and should be rated according to the level of supportive activity and initiative that he / she takes in easing the process for you.

This begins with and moves on to following activities:

1. The welcome message offering assistance.
2. Timely E Cards to recognize, appreciate and guiding you in your work.
3. Providing time to time recommendations to show you a clear path to success through personalized mails.
4. Making aware of
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Affiliate since: 08/30/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Ben's 16 other Ask SC answers

Hi

Each month you have to rate you sponsor if you had 500vp or more for the previous 2 months. I would suggest the following measurements:

- Did he at least send you one team-mail per week
- If you are active did he at least send you one personal mail or e-card for the month
- If you ask him something did he came back to you within 24hours.
- Is he polite and you get the feeling he really cares
- Is he professional and gave you the correct info and answers
- Did he come up with any ideas i.e co-op, advertising, etc
- Did he thank you at least once in the month for being on his team
- Is he looking at your vp ledger at least twice a month and give you some suggestions
- Did you feel comfortable working with him
- Do you trust him and feel you can approach him with any SFI problem
- How does his performance look like
- Is he involved with all SFI aspects. Look at his badges

Above are the guidelines I am looking at when rating my sponsor.

But its very important for me as an active affiliate, that he gives me personal attention at least twice a month. If he has not, guess what he is worth? A SOLID 1

Hope this help

Regards
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Hi

Each month you have to rate you sponsor if you had 500vp or more for the previous 2 months. I would suggest the following measurements:

- Did he at least send you one team-mail per week
- If you are active did he at least send you one personal mail or e-card for the month
- If you ask him something did he came back to you within 24hours.
- Is he polite and you get the feeling he really cares
- Is he professional and gave you the correct info and answers
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