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

Thanks for this question.

Remember, SFI Rules of Success?

1. Become and Remain an EA every month;
2. Introduce at least 5 Strong and active Affiliates;
3. Help them to duplicate what you did.

When you become /remain an EA, that is the time for you to focus on Team Building. There is no point in becoming a Team Leader without a strong team.

Indulge in any form of advertising and promoting your SFI business in any media, paid or free, through word of mouth or hand bills. As long as you keep promoting and getting sign ups its fine. Continue to repeat it month after month.

As much quality sign ups you get is better. Please take care of them right from day one with all your heart. Show them that you are genuinely interested in their growth. Create a good rapport and slowly and steadily establish a bonding with every one in your team. Inspire them with your performance and achievements. Motivate them with incentives to do better and better.

Keep regular contacts through personal communication and contacts. Show them that you are an awesome sponsor. Demonstrate to them through your sincere actions that you are their trustworthy friend.

All these will result in your Team Members begin to building their own Team of strong and active affiliates.

That is the time, when you should advance to Team Leader ranks like BTL, STL, etc.

Conclusion:

Your growth and success will depend on the strength of your Team. How quickly you develop such a strong team will be better. That is the time, you should become an outstanding Team Leader. Then, continue to help your Team Members to build their own team and achieve Team Leader status. This is nothing but dynamic duplication. Together, we can grow! Together, we can achieve more!! Its always Together!!!

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Thanks for this question.

Remember, SFI Rules of Success?

1. Become and Remain an EA every month;
2. Introduce at least 5 Strong and active Affiliates;
3. Help them to duplicate what you did.

When you become /remain an EA, that is the time for you to focus on Team Building. There is no point in becoming a Team Leader without a strong team.

Indulge in any form of advertising and promoting your SFI business in any media, paid or free, through word
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Affiliate since: 10/04/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Ronelle's 268 other Ask SC answers

My suggestion is to spend your first month learning as much as you can; become Fast Tracker within first 10 days, including buying as many NewMemberPacks as you can afford (some of the benefits of this pack are for your whole lifetime as an SFI member!!). Also, set up a Standing Order as soon as possible that carries 1500VP. SO will also gain you an additional 100AVPs for having it!

When you become a Fast Tracker member, fulfilling all the requirements, you will become EA2 immediately.

Once this is accomplished, I recommend you continue to study/learn daily, clear red tabs, read Forum posts and all 30 askSC answers for the 2 additional Daily Grand Drawing entries.

You will start your second month as EA2, will be easier to gather AVPs to reach Bronze TL. Without at least some help from a few PSAs and CSAs, it will be difficult to maintain BTL, but is definitely worth it for the additional AVPS, CSAs, TCredits, etc., that will come automatically. I suggest you hold at BTL until you have a strong team active under you to help earn the matching AVPs necessary for higher ranks.

Put your best foot forward, then, and shoot for the DTL!!:))...
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My suggestion is to spend your first month learning as much as you can; become Fast Tracker within first 10 days, including buying as many NewMemberPacks as you can afford (some of the benefits of this pack are for your whole lifetime as an SFI member!!). Also, set up a Standing Order as soon as possible that carries 1500VP. SO will also gain you an additional 100AVPs for having it!

When you become a Fast Tracker member, fulfilling all the requirements, you will become EA2 immediately.

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

Excellent question....

SFI has incentives for all affiliates to achieve and AIM HIGH...this is measured by use of AVP and is then made public by use of badges on our SFI Homepage and Leadership page.

I wish to take the opportunity to remind of the simple fact that no one needs a title to become a leader. Team Leader is simply a state of mind and heart. If you think of yourself as a leader and act like a leader you will BE a Team Leader.

Many believe that leadership, in this case Team Leader status, is about large, sweeping acts of victory or achievement. What we don't always realize si that each of our daily actions and efforts have significant impact. When you do your SFI work, any SFI task, with initiative and determination to make a positive difference, you become a Team Leader.

Upgrading your status with SFI from EA to a Team Leader is simply you tapping into the power of individual leadership.

Up, up, up and away you're on your way to AIM HIGH with SFI. Upgrade at any time and see the benefits for not only yourself but for those that are impacted by your efforts.

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Excellent question....

SFI has incentives for all affiliates to achieve and AIM HIGH...this is measured by use of AVP and is then made public by use of badges on our SFI Homepage and Leadership page.

I wish to take the opportunity to remind of the simple fact that no one needs a title to become a leader. Team Leader is simply a state of mind and heart. If you think of yourself as a leader and act like a leader you will BE a Team Leader.

Many believe that leadership,
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

"When is the best time to upgrade your rank from EA to Team Leader?"

You can be the best judge of that by weighing the benefits vis-a-vis the cost.

Firstly, what are the benefits of being a Team Leader. They are (i) Earning from matching VersaPoints and (ii) Receiving 2nd home CSAs.

Then lets look at the cost: without a team that earns you the needed AVPs, you need at least $30 to $50 to meet up with these required AVPs.

When you take a look at your scoreboard, you can actually see what your matching vps will earn you. To make being a Team Leader profitable and worthwhile, the money that can be earned from matching vp has to exceed the amount invested in getting the action vps. In other words, your matching vps must be worth at least $30 and if possible even exceed it, if not it might get frustrating investing such amounts month after months without it yielding anything substantial. Consider also the fact that most 2nd home CSAs are usually inactive, if they had been active in the first place, their sponsor would not have allowed them to be forfeited. They would have kept on to them no matter what it takes. This is mostly a lose lose situation.

Such money will be better spent investing in building a formidable team by purchasing S-Builder or PSAs to go or paying for quality advertising. This will build your team quicker, earn you satisfaction, and also get you your desire I.e being a Team leader. That is a win win situation.

Its not therefore advisable to be a Team Leader without a team to lead. Hope the above helps you in making your decision.

All the best!
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"When is the best time to upgrade your rank from EA to Team Leader?"

You can be the best judge of that by weighing the benefits vis-a-vis the cost.

Firstly, what are the benefits of being a Team Leader. They are (i) Earning from matching VersaPoints and (ii) Receiving 2nd home CSAs.

Then lets look at the cost: without a team that earns you the needed AVPs, you need at least $30 to $50 to meet up with these required AVPs.

When you take a look
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Affiliate since: 11/07/2019, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Kanishka's 11 other Ask SC answers

First of all thank you for asking a very important question for the beginners.

Everyone - in SFI, who sine up newly, can achieve (upto) Gold Team Leader position with in very few days, because - each affiliates have the opportunity to earn maximum Action Versa Point in their first month which is not available in the second month, with this if the affiliates invest some little dollar in his business then the affiliates reach to the Team Leader position very easily with in few days of joining.

But in the second month the affiliates failed to earn those AVP again which is available only for the first month, and as a result the affiliates loose the position of the previous month.

So,
In my opinion - after joining, every affiliates should sine in regularly to their SFI homepage and do all the daily task and earn the daily Action Versa Point, and with this the affiliate should go for the 'Fast Track Position', and of-course set their standing order also. By this formula the affiliate easily earn EA2 status every month.

And about becoming a 'Team Leader'.....
Only go for a Team Leader position which is starts from Bronze Team Leader, if you have at-least 4 Personal Sponsor Affiliates(PSA) - who are stable and determined like you. Otherwise in my opinion if you go for a TL position without any suitable PSA then you have to invest a lot of money every month.

So, as per your question, my opinion is - if you have lots of money to invest in every month then you can go for a TL position within your starting period --- if not, then look out for active PSA's in your team or down line. As much active PSA you can collect who are able to follow your steps in their SFI business , you will automatically promoted to the higher rank or you can say 'Team Leader'.
Remember -
'Those are the team leader who have a active team,
What you will do by becoming TL with out a active team,
Make your team first to become a LEADER.'
Best of Luck
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First of all thank you for asking a very important question for the beginners.

Everyone - in SFI, who sine up newly, can achieve (upto) Gold Team Leader position with in very few days, because - each affiliates have the opportunity to earn maximum Action Versa Point in their first month which is not available in the second month, with this if the affiliates invest some little dollar in his business then the affiliates reach to the Team Leader position very easily with in few days of joining.

But
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Affiliate since: 05/05/2004, Power Rank: 218 | Read Robertson's 212 other Ask SC answers

There is no one best time to upgrade from EA to Team Leader. It depends on individual preferences.

You can be a Team Leader during your first month at SFI while learning the ropes and while building a team.

Alternatively you can be an EA until you have a team and then go on to be a Team Leader.

However, the best benefits are reaped when you have a team of EA2s and with you being a Team Leader, you earn matching VPs on your team members.

As a Team Leader you are entitled to monthly shares of Second-Home CSAs. That makes it attractive to be a Team Leader during your first month at SFI.

As a Team Leader you need to be well versed about the business to provide the support and training to your PSAs. So you need to pick up knowledge fast if you wish to be a Team Leader during the early stages.

If your PSAs are duplicating fast enough then it is advisable to go for a Team Leader soon.

Your team is being formed by sponsoring and if you are already a Team Leader they look upon you as their leader and it is advantageous to be a Team Leader as soon as possible.

A Team Leader title is easy to obtain by spending money. However if you build a team of EA2s and Team Leaders, you will earn the VPs required to qualify as a Team Leader without spending money to buy the rank.






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There is no one best time to upgrade from EA to Team Leader. It depends on individual preferences.

You can be a Team Leader during your first month at SFI while learning the ropes and while building a team.

Alternatively you can be an EA until you have a team and then go on to be a Team Leader.

However, the best benefits are reaped when you have a team of EA2s and with you being a Team Leader, you earn matching VPs on your team members.

As a Team Leader
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Affiliate since: 05/03/2002, Power Rank: 301 | Read Mar's 582 other Ask SC answers

Aspiring to become a Team Leader means you’re serious to expand the growth of your SFI business. You want to create a major income in SFI by learning to lead and grow your team of active affiliates. If you’re serious in making the most – your potential - of being an SFI business owner, you should become a Team Leader.

When is the best time to upgrade your rank from EA to TL? Before answering this question, you need to know what a Team Leader is and the various roles and responsibilities that comes with this position.

Being aware of these will help you understand and identity the skills needed of being a Team Leader. Furthermore, you’ll be able to evaluate yourself if you’re ready to assume the various roles and responsibilities of being a Team Leader.

Team Leader’s Roles & Responsibilities:

- Provide direction, instruction and guidance to his/her team.

- Proficient in using the SFI tools and resources for the benefit of supporting his/her team.

- Develop a business strategy for his/her team to use to reach its goal.

- Provide training and support that are essential to the personal development and growth of his/her team members.

- Communicate clear instructions to his/her team members.

- Staying connected to his/her team members by providing latest updates, weekly support messages and one-on-one support.

- Listen to team members’ feedback.

Fortunately, Team Leaders are made not born. You learn to become a Team Leader by doing what your upline Team Leaders have done before you.

The best time to upgrade your rank from EA to TL is when you:

- Understand the concept of Team Leadership.

You value service beyond self. It is about caring and leading your team members in growing their SFI businesses requiring your time and commitment.

- Strictly follow a clear picture of what leads to success: SFI Rules of Success.

- Learn and understand the resources in Marketing and Training tabs.

- Set aside monthly budget for sponsoring new affiliates.

- Observe “Be an awesome Sponsor”

Conclusion:

Being a mentor takes a great deal of time and expertise and makes a significant contribution to the development of new affiliates. Are you ready to meet the challenges of being a Team Leader? Do you have what it takes to assume the Team Leader position? Only you can answer these questions.

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Aspiring to become a Team Leader means you’re serious to expand the growth of your SFI business. You want to create a major income in SFI by learning to lead and grow your team of active affiliates. If you’re serious in making the most – your potential - of being an SFI business owner, you should become a Team Leader.

When is the best time to upgrade your rank from EA to TL? Before answering this question, you need to know what a Team Leader is and the various roles and responsibilities
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Affiliate since: 11/29/2011, Power Rank: 102 | Read Gliceria's 402 other Ask SC answers

You’ll know when the time has come for you to move from EA to Team Leader when the following indicators start to happen:

. When you have sponsored about enough PSAs, about 20- 50, and able to identify, for example, about 3 promising workers among them.

. When these 3 members are regularly logging in and earning healthy VPs and aiming to move up as shown by their activities.

. You want to show leadership- lead the way now - by ensuring you yourself had set up a Standing Order with 1500 VP and set up a co-op for your team.

. By now you know and have learned enough about SFI and TC from your sponsor and the Forum and have learned enough leadership skills through sending weekly group messages and dealing with problems that come your way daily.

. By being visible to your team through participating actively at the Forum, and by submitting valuable answers to Ask SC to show your knowledge about SFI which your team can learn from and you now feel you're ready to move up.

. Do not wait until one of team members outrank you. Once your workers see that you have moved up to BTL, they will be inclined to follow your footsteps.

So time to upgrade and receive the benefits of a higher rank. If you're EA2, you get 10 TCredits and 2 CSAs; as BTL you get 12 TCredits and 1 share of Second-Home CSAs and VP Matching, as well as a nice and impressive BTL Badge. Upgrade even higher, and the benefits get better.

All the best!

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You’ll know when the time has come for you to move from EA to Team Leader when the following indicators start to happen:

. When you have sponsored about enough PSAs, about 20- 50, and able to identify, for example, about 3 promising workers among them.

. When these 3 members are regularly logging in and earning healthy VPs and aiming to move up as shown by their activities.

. You want to show leadership- lead the way now - by ensuring you yourself had set
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Affiliate since: 01/05/2011, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Bob's 135 other Ask SC answers

A decision to upgrade your status from EA to BTL or higher
will depend on your budget and your downline.


The main reason to becoming a Team Leader is as the name
implies, you have an active working Team of PSAs and CSAs.
Becoming a Team Leader gives you the important advantage
of sharing in the TripleClicks Executive Pool.
The higher the leadership status the higher your share.
This is in addition to the Direct Commissions, Co-Sponsor Commissions
and TC Store sales earnings.

The best time to advance your status to BTL is when you have
PSAs and/or CSAs who are EA2s or higher.
Your VersaPoint monthly build from your active PSA/ EA2s (or higher)
and your TC purchases/sales will determine the degree of your status
advancement.

I recommend BTL status, as soon as, your budget allows.
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A decision to upgrade your status from EA to BTL or higher
will depend on your budget and your downline.


The main reason to becoming a Team Leader is as the name
implies, you have an active working Team of PSAs and CSAs.
Becoming a Team Leader gives you the important advantage
of sharing in the TripleClicks Executive Pool.
The higher the leadership status the higher your share.
This is in addition to the Direct Commissions, Co-Sponsor Commissions
and
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Affiliate since: 01/13/2015, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Khalida's 21 other Ask SC answers

I think SFI have the best answer for this question and I always keep on my mind
Below is what I found in Support Solution about Being a Team Leader.

"Here are some important things to remember about being an SFI Team Leader:

There's no reason for being a Team Leader unless you actually have a team! That is, all of the major financial benefits of being a Team Leader are derived from the override commissions (i.e., Matching VP) you earn on your team members. Sure, it's nice to have the prestigious rank of Team Leader, but it's a title only essentially if you don't actually have a team built under you to earn Team Leader commissions on.

Therefore, if you want to be a Team Leader in SFI, your focus (besides meeting your own EA qualifications of course) must be on recruiting affiliates and teaching them to become EAs and Team Leaders themselves (i.e. duplication).

This focus ALSO naturally earns you the points you need to maintain your Team Leader rank.

In short, focus on building a team of EAs and Team Leaders. Do so and you'll soon naturally earn the VP you need to qualify as a Team Leader yourself every month. And instead of just having a TITLE, you can also be earning THOUSANDS of Matching VP (not only on your PSAs, but also on all the EA2 in your entire group, including all your CSAs)!"

Personally I choose to maintain EA every month until I have a solid team,but SFI give us many opportunity to choose what we like.And all is up to you,good luck.!

Regards,
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I think SFI have the best answer for this question and I always keep on my mind
Below is what I found in Support Solution about Being a Team Leader.

"Here are some important things to remember about being an SFI Team Leader:

There's no reason for being a Team Leader unless you actually have a team! That is, all of the major financial benefits of being a Team Leader are derived from the override commissions (i.e., Matching VP) you earn on your team members. Sure, it's
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