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Should we recruit our family members into SFI? Good idea or not?

4825 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 9/22/2013 4:08 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Recruiting your family members may work well for some and not so well for others. The reason being is that family members that are alright tight may work well together because they have similar interests and all parties realize what is at stake. They come together and appropriate certain aspects of the business to make it work for the team. One can work on the advertising while another works on the support and coaching. They can become a dynamic duo capitalizing on each others strengths and
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What do successful Leaders in SFI know and do?

4825 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 11/16/2013 12:15 am

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
This is a question that everyone wants to know. Success means different things to different people but typically speaking success is a process not a event. The leaders in SFI know that the key to achieve success through the process is controlling the margin of error and maximizing your strengths to create duplication. So how do you control the margin of error?

It is has been said that success is achieved by repeating a series of actions to get desired results. Therefore, this is how
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How far should sponsors go to help their affiliates move forward, is there a point you should not go beyond?

4777 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/24/2014 6:27 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Sponsors should support their affiliates 150%. Some say don't give them money. I say without some money how do you expect them to make a purchase? If you want to create income with your SFI business (we all do!) then you must understand that you get back what you give out!

If an affiliate is doing everything that you ask them to do, then; there is nothing shameful about sending them a $10 gift certificate. It's the best kind of reinforcement. It shows that you are not just expecting
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What are the benefits of using the new AFFILIATE E-Cards...and what are some good ways to use them with my team?

4777 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/24/2014 7:31 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Personally, I love the new affiliate e-cards and the new marketing center. They are totally awesome and one of the best changes to encourage team growth and leadership. Just click on the affiliates name from the genealogy and send them an appropriate e-card to motivate, inspire, and encourage. The graphics are cool too. These e-cards make it simple to award kudos. While the benefits are all geared toward growth just a few are:

1. Boost morale
2. Build confidence
3. Build
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Should I or shouldn't I participate in the SFI PPA program?

4769 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/24/2015 11:44 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
I think participation in the SFI PPA program can be very rewarding but you have to understand the rules of engagement. You need to know that if you recruit active affiliates then PPA is going to hurt you more than help you. Nevertheless, given the activity percentage of the average SFI affiliate I believe it is safe to say that you stand to gain just as much or even more through the SFIPPA program because it pays a bounty for PSAs based on criteria that all SFIMG to determine their overall 'weighted
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How do you benefit financially from the efforts of your PSAs?

4768 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 10/3/2014 3:05 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
The question would be better worded as "How do you benefit financially from duplication?" The answer lies within the compensation plan. It is straight forward and proven to work. 10% of 100 is 10; however 10% of 1000 is 100. That's the power of duplication. The more the merrier.

As affiliates we earn 45% of the commission volume generated from our sales. So if your network produced a commission volume of 1000 you would earn a commission of $450. It can not get any more
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How do you identify in your affiliates the skills that could help them become stars in SFI?

4741 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/24/2015 11:32 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
To identify skills you must build a relationship with your affiliates. Too many affiliates want to run their business on remote. Business is proactive so you must be proactive when it comes to building relationships and learning your team. You have to send out a series of communications that ask the right questions. Never send communication to your affiliates just for the sake of points. You need to learn why they do what they do and help them achieve their goals. The only way to know what
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What is the first/best tip you give to your brand new PSAs to help them get started?

4740 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 5/30/2013 9:41 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
Of course, there is so much for newbies to learn but I usually just stick with the basics:

"I can help you reach your goals. I know why you joined SFI. I want to see your dreams come true. So why don't you take the time right now to send me a commitment letter. You'll earn 10 VPs and I will support you 150%

When you sponsor an affiliate remember:

1. Get them on the Fast Track - 500 vps in 24hrs - 200 vps bonus.

2. Get them to EA in the 1st month
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What is the best strategy to win the E365 Championship for my class?

4720 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 2/24/2014 6:36 pm

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
The best strategy to win the E365 Challenge is to stay above the green line and be sure to make the top 300 Versa point earners. The challenge is to outlast and outperform everyone else in your class. So, that is done by being the best. Everything is laid out in the to-do list. To expand on this:

1. Earn your 365 day badge. This means that you have to accrue all of the necessary points for 365 days.

2. To be in the Top 300 VP Earners - visit your VP ledger frequently
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What are the best ways to use the WAVE3 X-Cards?

4716 votes

Williams Ford, Aff (Georgia, US) 9/2/2014 1:14 am

Affiliate since: 07/02/2024, Power Rank: 99999999
The best way to use the Wave 3 X-Cards are to carry a few with you and when you are waiting in line share them with those in the line. You can also share them with patrons when you dine out. Don't be rude but be considerate of others lunch time. You might consider inviting co-workers to lunch with you and while you wait for your food you can share them. Moreover you can tuck them inside your return mail. The clerk that accounts for your payment will be surprised to find it along with your check.
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