Affiliate since: 09/25/2012, Power Rank: 129 | Read GT's 63 other Ask SC answers

In my opinion, any communication you send to your team members should be either informational (about SFI, of course), educational, inspirational or to acknowledge them for some achievement.

What I consider to be "too much" or "unnecessary" communication is communication that does not fit into the above categories, and information that goes into far too much detail. People can only handle small bits of information when learning, so the shorter and more to the point you can make it, the better.

I say avoid long, long messages: keep them short. And avoid trying to cover too many points in one message: choose one key point to focus on and express it as clearly and briefly as possible.

Break your message up into short paragraphs and keep the whole message focused on explaining or emphasizing that one key point.

:-)
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In my opinion, any communication you send to your team members should be either informational (about SFI, of course), educational, inspirational or to acknowledge them for some achievement.

What I consider to be "too much" or "unnecessary" communication is communication that does not fit into the above categories, and information that goes into far too much detail. People can only handle small bits of information when learning, so the shorter and more to the point you
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Affiliate since: 05/03/2002, Power Rank: 44 | Read Mar's 582 other Ask SC answers

A good Team Leader maintains his close communication with his affiliates. It is through communication that relationship will start to develop. Being a Team Leader, you are leading and laying down the foundation of your relationship within your team. Your examples play an important role in forming what kind of relationship will be established within your team.

So when you send messages to your team, keep in mind the following principles to avoid too much or being redundant in communicating with them:

Ask the following questions:

What is the message? Are you sending messages that are readily available at SFI homepage, like the “Tip of the Day” or just sending the “Quote of the Day”, which they can read themselves as they log in daily? Does your message contain important information vital for your team’s success?

How often do you communicate with your team? Messages should be sent at regular intervals so they are expected (once or twice a week). This predictability will increase the chances that the message will be read. Only extremely urgent messages should vary from scheduled message times. Being sent at a different time than usual will emphasize its importance, but only if it is rare and all other messages are sent at a regularly scheduled time.

Why is this message necessary? Before sending any message out, ask why you are sending it. Pausing will help to determine what information is essential and what is not. If it is not essential, perhaps it should only be communicated to those it concerns in a different manner.

If you want your team members to take you seriously, avoid unnecessary repetition. Don’t over flog any message; tell your team members what you want them to know or do. Also ask them if they are clear about it.

To sum up, remember that the point of working as a team is to share ideas and boost productivity of your team. As a Team Leader, you lead them by your examples. Be a team player and create friendship in your team!

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A good Team Leader maintains his close communication with his affiliates. It is through communication that relationship will start to develop. Being a Team Leader, you are leading and laying down the foundation of your relationship within your team. Your examples play an important role in forming what kind of relationship will be established within your team.

So when you send messages to your team, keep in mind the following principles to avoid too much or being redundant in communicating
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Affiliate since: 09/26/2012, Power Rank: 215 | Read Nelia's 25 other Ask SC answers

Hello Catherine and all SFI affiliates,

Really if you are being an awesome sponsor and friend to your teammates the only thing that I would consider unnecessary and too much would be trying to spam them with other offers for other programs you may or may not be involved in.

Since they are in this business to create a team of affiliates too as well as make some money then I would say any and all communication that is within SFI rules and regulations should be ok including talking on facebook and skype if they have accounts there too.

Being their friend first and sponsor/co-sponsor second is the best way to run your business they should feel supported and as a part of your family. Since we all are one family, the SFI family, all team members should get the same support and options to grow their business too.

Why limit what you send them as long as they have not opted out there is no reason to not include them all in weekly Team Mail messages as well as any information that you think might help them get a better start with their business and to keep it going month after month, year after year.

It is also a good idea to share with your team your personal experiences not just about SFI but about how your life is going what you struggle with and how you have overcame the odds. It not only makes them feel like a friend and family member, but it lets them know that this business is real and there are real people behind that small square picture everyone sees and not some nameless computer running the show.

I hope this has enlightened everyone
Have a great month
Thanks
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Hello Catherine and all SFI affiliates,

Really if you are being an awesome sponsor and friend to your teammates the only thing that I would consider unnecessary and too much would be trying to spam them with other offers for other programs you may or may not be involved in.

Since they are in this business to create a team of affiliates too as well as make some money then I would say any and all communication that is within SFI rules and regulations should be ok including talking
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Affiliate since: 08/01/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Sheila's 12 other Ask SC answers

I love this question..too much or too little can occur!

Too much communication would involve contacting an affiliate on a constant basis..this will differ with different affiliates though. I have one affiliate that I communicate with daily, but that is because he has opted to communicate with me. If I send them a welcome message and then a week later I send them another personal message or some sort, related to business of course, and I get no response then I stop the personal contact until the next month. I will, however, continue to include them in my weekly team mail.

Unnecessary communication would include redundant information, information about something that the person obviously does not need (i.e. how to advertise for new affiliates when they are enrolling more than 3 a week). Be sure to pay attention to each of your workers VP Ledgers so that you do not pester them with needless information..viewing that can give you much insight as to what they are doing with their individual business.

See you at the top. Remember that anything worth having is worth working for!
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I love this question..too much or too little can occur!

Too much communication would involve contacting an affiliate on a constant basis..this will differ with different affiliates though. I have one affiliate that I communicate with daily, but that is because he has opted to communicate with me. If I send them a welcome message and then a week later I send them another personal message or some sort, related to business of course, and I get no response then I stop the personal contact
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Affiliate since: 05/02/2013, Power Rank: 595 | Read Kerrie's 68 other Ask SC answers

"What would you consider to be too much and unnecessary communication with your team?"

Any communication that doesn't potentially help your affiliates build their business is unnecessary. Make sure all your team newsletters contain useful information, and you are not repeating yourself every week. I think sending a newsletter to your entire team 2-4 times per month is enough.

Use your newsletters to encourage two-way communication from your affiliates. Ask questions. Run contests. Simply congratulating one or two affiliates in your newsletter can spark interest in other team members.

Communication on an individual level is different. If one of your affiliates contacts you, you should always respond in a timely manner. Answer the questions, help them learn the system, and get to know them a little.

Some people are more "open" than others when it comes to personal information. Some affiliates are comfortable sharing personal information, while others prefer to keep it strictly business. In either case, establish a personal relationship with your active affiliates.

It's imperative they know you are available if they have any questions. As long as the communication is two-way and the conversation is flowing, continue to answer their questions and get to know your active affiliates.
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"What would you consider to be too much and unnecessary communication with your team?"

Any communication that doesn't potentially help your affiliates build their business is unnecessary. Make sure all your team newsletters contain useful information, and you are not repeating yourself every week. I think sending a newsletter to your entire team 2-4 times per month is enough.

Use your newsletters to encourage two-way communication from your affiliates. Ask questions.
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Affiliate since: 07/26/2007, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Williams's 638 other Ask SC answers

Too much and unnecessary communication is any communication that does not serve a purpose to educate, exhort, or edify your network. Never send information just for the sake of sending information. Send useful tidbits that can be easily digested and followed. Typically, I use a combination of the stream and the PSA/CSA mailer to do this. For example if you are testing a new traffic generating source you can put the details of your efforts in a team mail. However to congratulate a team member for achieving a milestone a stream post will do.

Be careful not to expect too much from your network. We work with many people from a varied background of computer experience. Some are completely novices and others are adept at using computers and the internet. It really helps when you can work one on one with an affiliate that is having a particular issue that can be addressed directly. In this case, a simple stream post that reminds your network of your availability will suffice. Communication is imperative but it must be received with open ears. If the message is too loud your network will tune you out! Always respond to those who reach out and presume the others are either studying to act or inactive. Be available.
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Too much and unnecessary communication is any communication that does not serve a purpose to educate, exhort, or edify your network. Never send information just for the sake of sending information. Send useful tidbits that can be easily digested and followed. Typically, I use a combination of the stream and the PSA/CSA mailer to do this. For example if you are testing a new traffic generating source you can put the details of your efforts in a team mail. However to congratulate a team member
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Affiliate since: 06/11/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Brandon's 23 other Ask SC answers

With your entire team, once a day or more would probably be too much. However, some of your team members might require daily help. So you will have to adjust it based on the current situation.

Every now and then, you might find some information that is useful, so you want to let your affiliates know about it. But you may have already sent them a message yesterday, and maybe even a few this week. Consider planning your messages out if you feel that you have a lot to say.

Create simple text files and put dates on them as to when you want to send them. Try to put them at least two days apart, maybe even three.

If you just have a few, or one, affiliate that needs constant contact, give it to them without smothering them. Check in every few days and make sure that they don't have any questions. Let them know they can message you anytime. Even after you tell some to message you anytime, they might still wait for you to contact them.

These affiliates likely already know the answer, but just want to confirm that what they know is correct.

Another thing that is necessary is regular encouragement. Some affiliates will not have any trouble doing this day in and day out, but others may need to be reminded of why they are here. If this is the case, you can't contact them enough.

Overall, it has to be based on your affiliates. Observe them and try to figure out what they need in order for you to assist them best.
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With your entire team, once a day or more would probably be too much. However, some of your team members might require daily help. So you will have to adjust it based on the current situation.

Every now and then, you might find some information that is useful, so you want to let your affiliates know about it. But you may have already sent them a message yesterday, and maybe even a few this week. Consider planning your messages out if you feel that you have a lot to say.

Create
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Affiliate since: 07/20/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Kimberly's 8 other Ask SC answers

When it comes to communicating with your team, I would stick to the guidelines offered in SFI's training. I would definitely use the downline mailer once a week to offer tips or encouragement, or share some of your own successes for motivation.

Limit "extra" communication to messages of congratulations for affiliates who are achieving, or who have won contests. Absolutely have open and frequent communication with an active affiliate who is asking for help. If you want to promote a contest or have a good tip, or run across a TripleClicks product that you feel would benefit your downline to promote, this is all good communication.

Sending messages every day, and trivial "chit chat" would be unnecessary and excessive. SFI has a forum available for sharing ideas and thoughts, as well as a2a for connecting with other affiliates.

In summary, keep to the guidelines and share once a week. Always present your positive side, share accomplishments and offer tips for success. Congratulate your downline when they achieve, and keep the offer open to provide assistance and support to those affiliates who want more communication.
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When it comes to communicating with your team, I would stick to the guidelines offered in SFI's training. I would definitely use the downline mailer once a week to offer tips or encouragement, or share some of your own successes for motivation.

Limit "extra" communication to messages of congratulations for affiliates who are achieving, or who have won contests. Absolutely have open and frequent communication with an active affiliate who is asking for help. If you want to promote
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

Good question.

Some would say that there's never too much information, but I beg to differ.

If you're constantly bombarding your team members with information they may
become displacement and give up. Why? Because they need time to read and
duplicate what you send them. This is why SFI is set up with guidelines to help
you limit your communications to no more than 3 days between stream posts and
a week between newsletters other than your welcome e-mails which should always
be sent immediately after being sent confirmation that you've received a new
PSA or CSA.

It's also not a good idea to keep reminding them that they need to set up a
standing order or make purchases from their store. SFI already does this for
you. And reminding them of this only serves to frustrate them and make them
feel that you're only in it for the money and not really there to help them.

The only communications you should offer should be to encourage and motivate
them with uplifting and positive feedback each time they reach a milestone
and to offer them incentives to help them do things that otherwise they may
not be able to do.

You can never force anyone to do something, and it's never a good idea to try.

All you can do is be a friend and help them to get through their initial problems. And be willing to do this even if they're not on your team. When we all do this together SFI works for us all. The golden rule is at work here when we do this. If you want people to be a friend to you, then be a friend to them, and if you want people to buy things from you, then buy things from others. This is duplication at it's finest.
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Good question.

Some would say that there's never too much information, but I beg to differ.

If you're constantly bombarding your team members with information they may
become displacement and give up. Why? Because they need time to read and
duplicate what you send them. This is why SFI is set up with guidelines to help
you limit your communications to no more than 3 days between stream posts and
a week between newsletters other than your welcome e-mails
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Affiliate since: 07/28/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Ingrid 's 138 other Ask SC answers

In the early stages of an affiliate signing up you do not want him to be too confused.
The new affiliate has the Start-Up , which eventually sends him to the Affiliate Center. Additionally, he has the SFI Basics, then the Launchpad. All of this should be introduced gradually to the affiliate.

Too much information too suddenly can lead to information overload and may even cause him to discontinue as he feels swamped. This stress is induced by receiving more information than is necessary to make a decision at the time, or that can be understood and digested even though he makes the attempt to deal with it.

For the more advanced members of the team, information should be given to them on a regular basis so that they can continue to grow. However, the team leader should not want to be nagging them to complete their daily, weekly and monthly actions. Share information and relative data with them as a form of encouragement. For example, you can guide them to Forum or Frequently Asked Questions so that they can glean information from other affiliates.

Ensure that the communication is not one way, from you to them, as this may come across as being dictatorial or too bossy. Let them have an input by asking them questions to find out what they are thinking. If they ask questions, answer them to the point without giving a lecture. Be gently but give the assurance that you are always there to help.

Less talk and more action from you the team leader will go a long way in showing them that you are an active and dynamic leader. Students learn from examples they see.

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In the early stages of an affiliate signing up you do not want him to be too confused.
The new affiliate has the Start-Up , which eventually sends him to the Affiliate Center. Additionally, he has the SFI Basics, then the Launchpad. All of this should be introduced gradually to the affiliate.

Too much information too suddenly can lead to information overload and may even cause him to discontinue as he feels swamped. This stress is induced by receiving more information
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