Affiliate since: 09/25/2012, Power Rank: 130 | Read GT's 63 other Ask SC answers

Hello, Anastasia:

I think it is VERY important to have a good SFI account photo because that will show everyone that you are a real person who takes their SFI business serious and that you want to be professional in how you build your business.

Personally, I prefer good, clear head-and-shoulder shots of the individual, although longer, whole-body shots with some scenery in the background is fine, too.

The important thing is that the photo is clear, not fuzzy or blurry, and that you look friendly and pleasant in the shot. I have seen some photos where the affiliate looks angry or sad or surprised, and those kinds of shots do not look inviting to other people.

When you look happy or are smiling, that makes viewers feel more confident about you.

One more suggestion: I do not recommend photos that include other people in the shot. This is about you and that is what viewers want to see. Your family and friends may be interesting, but they do not belong in a business profile (unless they are part of the business, of course). Keep the focus about YOU.

Also, I do not recommend photos with a person smoking or drinking. Those photos may be fine for Social Media profiles, but I don't think they are suitable for business and marketing profiles. Just my opinion.

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Hello, Anastasia:

I think it is VERY important to have a good SFI account photo because that will show everyone that you are a real person who takes their SFI business serious and that you want to be professional in how you build your business.

Personally, I prefer good, clear head-and-shoulder shots of the individual, although longer, whole-body shots with some scenery in the background is fine, too.

The important thing is that the photo is clear, not fuzzy or blurry,
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

A picture is worth a thousand words my friend.

SFI is a very serious online business wherein hundreds of thousands of people from around the world converge every day. It's the kind of business wherein you are required to stay in touch with people regularly, be it your upline, your downline, your A2A friends, or fresh prospects.

And a good SFI account photo will convey your professionalism, your approach-ability & will show a person sitting thousands of miles away that you are indeed a fellow human being.

Make no mistake, we are in a professional arena & you have to convey that through your photograph. Hence your photograph should feature you, preferably smiling, showing friendliness & of good quality.
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A picture is worth a thousand words my friend.

SFI is a very serious online business wherein hundreds of thousands of people from around the world converge every day. It's the kind of business wherein you are required to stay in touch with people regularly, be it your upline, your downline, your A2A friends, or fresh prospects.

And a good SFI account photo will convey your professionalism, your approach-ability & will show a person sitting thousands of miles away that you
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Affiliate since: 11/24/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Gregory's 28 other Ask SC answers

Let us take a look at a brick and mortar business as an example.Most of these businesses have issued their staff with identity badges. These badges carry a photo of the staff and a description of the staff's position in the company, name, address and telephone numbers, company employee number etc... The customers or clients of the company associates the staff with the company through this identity badge.

Likewise, SFI issues you with an identity badge. Your photo, position (rank), ID Number, date you joined in etc. However this badge is you Leadership/homepage at SFI. So you are representing SFI when you introduce SFI/TC among your colleagues, friends and prospective PSA, ECA or PRM.

Your photo is going to be one of the first impressions that they will have of you and next will be your name and position etc... So first impressions count, right? How would you like your online prospects to see you? As an associate who is confident, motivated, business minded? Your photo reflects how you see life and business.

So the conclusion is that a good photo is very important for SFI business..

Your next question ... What makes a good photo...

- Your face should be clearly visible (no hat/cap drooping over the eyes, or covering the forehead).

- No shadows, red eyes or if wearing eyeglasses, should not have any reflections

- A pleasing smile very important. Sour face - a No No.

- A good posture

- Appropriately dressed (business suit or cleaned, ironed casual wear) , believe me, I've seen some colour photos of staff with unclean, wrinkled clothes and they look a sight.

- Photographs should preferably be in colour.

I hope this help in answering your question and to add at the end your photo looks good. would have been better if it were in colour. lol!



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Let us take a look at a brick and mortar business as an example.Most of these businesses have issued their staff with identity badges. These badges carry a photo of the staff and a description of the staff's position in the company, name, address and telephone numbers, company employee number etc... The customers or clients of the company associates the staff with the company through this identity badge.

Likewise, SFI issues you with an identity badge. Your photo, position (rank), ID Number,
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Affiliate since: 05/16/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Velma's 12 other Ask SC answers

It is very important to have a good SFI account photo, for the benefit of your own business.

A good photo is one of yourself that is clear and transparent, so that anyone can see the person they are dealing or working with.

If you are serious about this business, there should be no holding back on providing your photo, as people like to see who they are dealing with. I will not do business with someone without a face, because it signifies EMPTINESS, VOID. It automatically sends the wrong vibe to other people, and there doesn't seem to be a connection at all.

Frankly speaking, I believe that to move forward in SFI, having a photo of yourself is very essential for future success.

Act and think small, you get small results.
THINK BIG, then you will get BIG RESULTS.
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It is very important to have a good SFI account photo, for the benefit of your own business.

A good photo is one of yourself that is clear and transparent, so that anyone can see the person they are dealing or working with.

If you are serious about this business, there should be no holding back on providing your photo, as people like to see who they are dealing with. I will not do business with someone without a face, because it signifies EMPTINESS, VOID. It automatically sends
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Affiliate since: 09/06/2011, Power Rank: 2 | Read BABU's 113 other Ask SC answers

Your photo is your identity and your true identity makes the things simpler and transparent.

Uploading a decent photo to your profile will make others able to recognize you in the system as a true person with a lively profile. Always try to upload a photo with a smile because your photo also speaks about your personality.

Always upload photos showing your face clearly visible to others and avoid far away photos because it will create confusion for others in identifying you.


While uploading a photo to your Profile, try to avoid an edited photo as it will create unnecessary suspicion among affiliates and to the SFI Management. Moreover, it is a sheer absurdness to upload the images of Film, Sports and other personalities to the profile instead of the true image of the concerned affiliate. It is also necessary to upload the individual photo of the affiliate rather than uploading a group photo.

After all, all the discomfort comes from suppressing your true identity.

Enjoy the journey.

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Your photo is your identity and your true identity makes the things simpler and transparent.

Uploading a decent photo to your profile will make others able to recognize you in the system as a true person with a lively profile. Always try to upload a photo with a smile because your photo also speaks about your personality.

Always upload photos showing your face clearly visible to others and avoid far away photos because it will create confusion for others in identifying
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Dear Anastasia

In my few years of online marketing I have learned that a good photo of you is VERY important in doing business online. What does your profile picture say to the world about you? That could determine the success or failure of your marketing efforts.

Since this is the Online world where you don't get to meet and talk to people physically like in the offline it's VERY important that you place a good profile photo of you in your profile.

You've heard of the old cliche that a picture is worth a thousand words right! It is said pictures are more important than your text. Ouch! But that's very true.

Ever heard the saying- You never get a 2nd chance to make a 1st impression! Works very true online. It might be the very reason why many PSA opt out many Sponsors' teams soon after recruitment. Someone just can't stand a 'BAD LOOKING' photo.I have observed many times some team leaders make effort to change and update their profile photos because they know better. So, your photo helps to;

Create Trust
Give a personal Touch
Optimize your marketing efforts
Get's people to like you
Helps you stand out and create an engagement strategy
LinkedIn research shows that a page with a profile picture is seven times as likely to be viewed as a page without one. Like a house on sale you know
profile pictures are increasingly important in building your online business identity

WHAT MAKES A GOOD PHOTO?
A good photo is a REAL photo of you with an Open Honest Friendly face to accompany it. A smile would be very warm and inviting and I can testify about the importance of this alone. But if you can't smile then a smart green would sure go a long way to make someone feel welcome.

Think of these pictures as the modern-day version of the oil paintings that estate owners once commissioned. The smallest details in them will convey volumes

Research has shown that to have a better impact It's best, to have your profile picture feature you alone, not your pet or significant other. "Being so strongly identified with your dog or your husband might not be appropriate unless you're a vet or a marriage counselor and that's part of your professional image." someone said!

The way you are dressed should reflect the norms of the profession that you're in or hope to join.

Even your own Posture can speak volumes. "If you're sitting up straight for example, your shoulders are back, you're smiling and you have open eyes, you're non-verbally communicating that you're confident, competent and have a curiosity about the world.

While taking your photo try to be act as natural as possible. "Professional photographs can feel uptight sometimes "When someone you're comfortable with is taking your photo, you're exuding comfort, you're natural." Also, "people respond better to color photos, which have more life and energy" than black-and-white ones.

So in conclusion, generally a great photo is a picture that portrays you as pleasant and happy. Professional especially with your SFI business. Is clear and not blurry. Is current and lastly the right size recommended by SFI for your business.

Best Regards


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Dear Anastasia

In my few years of online marketing I have learned that a good photo of you is VERY important in doing business online. What does your profile picture say to the world about you? That could determine the success or failure of your marketing efforts.

Since this is the Online world where you don't get to meet and talk to people physically like in the offline it's VERY important that you place a good profile photo of you in your profile.

You've heard
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Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Williams's 638 other Ask SC answers

A good photo presents a professional image. This is a real business. We are responsible for setting a good example for those on our team as well as for those who would come to visit as guest. It paints a poor image when people use pictures of their pets or pictures that are not appropriate. SFI can not catch all of these so if you see a photo that you think is inappropriate please report it.

Think of your profile photo like a resume. It is the only thing that a prospective employer knows about you. They will form an opinion of you and your offer based on that. Never forget that you only have 1 time to make a good first impression. You want those you look up to you for leadership to respect you and admire your achievements. This can not be completely achieved with a profession photo but it is definitely a step in the right direction.

Be yourself. But be professional. If you love animals, present the image in a positive light. Funny pics of animals doing weird things just are not appropriate. If your wear jeans and a t-shirt then make sure that the jeans are clean and pressed and the t-shirt is tucked. No holes or odd slogans are acceptable. We are here to learn about SFI/TripleClicks and not your favorite beer or hangout spot. I have a suit on because I look good in a suit and it presents a professional image. If you don't like suits don't wear one because it will show in your face on your picture! Be warm and congenial. The same goes for dresses. Be tasteful but if you have a dress that flatters you - go for it!
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A good photo presents a professional image. This is a real business. We are responsible for setting a good example for those on our team as well as for those who would come to visit as guest. It paints a poor image when people use pictures of their pets or pictures that are not appropriate. SFI can not catch all of these so if you see a photo that you think is inappropriate please report it.

Think of your profile photo like a resume. It is the only thing that a prospective employer
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Affiliate since: 01/26/2014, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Sakuntala's 20 other Ask SC answers

This is a very good question you asked my dear friend.

Displaying of your smile & real photo makes a lot of confidence on your affiliates, who will join under you.

1. They will realize that his/her sponsor is a real.

2. Smiling photo makes an impression on their mind that the sponsor is very kindred person.

3. Normally CSAs may not know the co-sponsor and if they will find a smiling photo in their first sight, they will get a good impression and also will get a positive energy to work hard with the newly appointed co-sponsor.

4. The PSAs joining through advertisement will find that the sponsor is a professional if the photo is real and smiling.

5. The real photo will makes a lot of differences in the online business as the affiliates will keep in touch with the sponsor only online.


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This is a very good question you asked my dear friend.

Displaying of your smile & real photo makes a lot of confidence on your affiliates, who will join under you.

1. They will realize that his/her sponsor is a real.

2. Smiling photo makes an impression on their mind that the sponsor is very kindred person.

3. Normally CSAs may not know the co-sponsor and if they will find a smiling photo in their first sight, they will get a good impression
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Affiliate since: 08/11/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Marija's 63 other Ask SC answers

As other affiliates, and SFI task of putting up a photo explained, the idea behind having a photo in the first place is to show you are a real person.

Some people chose family photos, some wear suits, others have a photo next to a car with a Wave 3 banner... you must have seen many different pictures in your A2A tab.

What do you prefer? What is a good photo in your opinion? I have noticed that people in our team who decide to stick with us are much like us, in many ways. So, if I look young and energetic in my photo, I will attract that kind of people - they will feel they can have a leader in me. Remember Duplication, finding at least 5 affiliates to do what you are doing? I think it starts with a photo they see when they log in for the first time. Especially if they were recruited online or they don't know you well.

To my mind, a good photo represents who I am, how I feel about business and life, and lets people imagine what working with me would be like.

By the way, you look approachable and knowledgeable,and that's the key.
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As other affiliates, and SFI task of putting up a photo explained, the idea behind having a photo in the first place is to show you are a real person.

Some people chose family photos, some wear suits, others have a photo next to a car with a Wave 3 banner... you must have seen many different pictures in your A2A tab.

What do you prefer? What is a good photo in your opinion? I have noticed that people in our team who decide to stick with us are much like us, in many ways. So,
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Affiliate since: 01/14/2013, Power Rank: 524 | Read Sule's 287 other Ask SC answers

Hi Anastasia,

I am sure you will agree with me that no one likes to do business with a ghost. SFI affiliate accounts photos present affiliates to themselves as human beings and not ghosts. That is the major reason why SFI insists that the photos must be good and acceptable ones for business. The very reason SFI must approve them first before the photos are displayed in affiliates’ accounts. This is because you are the face of your business and people see you first before they know or even care about what you do. That is why it is very important to have a very good SFI account photo. What people see in a photo may even be the primary determinant of who they chose to do business with. SFI is a business, a real business, you know.

That brings us to the issue of what a good photo is or rather, what makes a good photo. I believe a good photo for SFI should have the following qualities:

1. It must be the affiliate’s image and not that of a celebrity, pet, animation, avatar or any other person’s.

2. It should not be too crowded in background as to contain other people and or distractions.

3. It should be a portrait that fits snugly into the placeholder provided and not a full size or family photo.

4. It should be very clear and very sharp with a friendly color background. It should not be fuzzy or blurry but must make the affiliate look friendly and pleasant enough to do business with.

5. It should show a direct look at the camera so as to appear as if the affiliate is looking everyone directly in their eyes.

6. It should be able to communicate professionalism and not a make-believe model appearance.

7. It should be good looking and clear enough for your PSAs and CSAs to see and relate with.

8. It should not be too casual so as not to make the affiliate seem like a clown or an unserious person.

Anastasia, I do hope this modest submission answers your question. Best wishes.




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Hi Anastasia,

I am sure you will agree with me that no one likes to do business with a ghost. SFI affiliate accounts photos present affiliates to themselves as human beings and not ghosts. That is the major reason why SFI insists that the photos must be good and acceptable ones for business. The very reason SFI must approve them first before the photos are displayed in affiliates’ accounts. This is because you are the face of your business and people see you first before they know or
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