As you know from August 5th's announcements (see below), SFI is now sporting some very exciting new components, including the new VersaPoints system, Co-Sponsorships, VP Rewards, and more.
And as we finish our second week, the numbers just keep getting better.- In just 14 days, we've seen new EAs skyrocket to over 21 times the prior daily average (a more than 2100% increase)!
- In just 14 days, more new, first-time EAs have been generated than the entire months of March, April, May, June, and July COMBINED!
- We've added more than 130 brand new Bronze Team Leaders, 25 brand new Silver Team Leaders, 10 brand new Gold Team Leaders, and three brand new Platinum Team Leaders!
Again, these numbers, are from just the last 14 days!...and represent more new, first-time Team Leaders than in all of 2008 and 2009 (through August 4th) combined! WOW!
We've definitely had a HUGE breakthrough! And the numbers keep getting better because more and more affiliates are now learning about it.
Here's what SFI affiliate, Malcolm Coston, told us earlier this week:
Like some, I was a little confused and overwhelmed being a 2 year affiliate with SFI. After a few days I think I see the light. What makes VersaPoints unique and very innovative in a sense is that it pushes old and new affiliates alike to the right actions that build a business. I like to call it "Duplication by VersaPoints."
A major complaint that I have had since being with SFI is affiliates not taking action and not duplicating correctly. The point accumulation process actually teaches new affiliates how to build their business. The number one question that is being asked of me and folks in my downline now is "How do I get more points?"
New affiliates are starting to see that "key" points come from that little area of the chart called TEAM BUILDING. In addition to that, new affiliates are becoming quite interested in the 2000 VP's points that can me earned via TripleClicks purchases.
I am noticing that on my marketing team that folks are so interested in the point accumulation process that they are experimenting with some of the actions. I am seeing more and more new affiliates actually sponsoring!!
They are seeing that they immediately receive credit for this action and others.In my opinion, the true strength of my marketing team is through duplication, producing leveraged income and the purchasing of products and services that SFI has to offer.
The VersaPoints systems is awesome!! It's a win-win for everyone. SFI becomes stronger and, as affiliates, our marketing teams become stronger. When good things like VersaPoints are developed it can make it very difficult for SFI to ever go away and as an affiliate I feel confident in knowing that SFI combined with my actions is the key to my financial future.
The picture is bigger than points. The VersaPoints programs pushes folks to the right actions that will build their business.
http://kliks.my/sfibiz
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
AFFILIATE CENTER OVERHAUL
The SFI Affiliate Center is now sporting a new look!
For starters, we've installed a new footer and a new header featuring a new navigation bar. The best feature of the new navigation bar is its multi-tier, drop-down menus. That is, you can now go directly to just about any page in SFI from the navigation bar.
Just place your mouse over any item in the navigation bar and you'll see an index pop up below it. Click on your desired destination and you'll go directly there without any additional clicking required. The next thing you'll notice is a totally revamped homepage.
At the top we've installed a neat little VersaPoints Status Panel. This panel will tell you exactly how many points you've scored so far for the month, and it also tells you how many points you're short of the next SFI earnings level.
This panel also provides detailed Power Ranking information. It shows you where your ranks compare to your goals. It also shows you how you're doing over the past 10, 30, 60, and 90 days. That is, you'll see what your rank WAS during these time periods and whether you've moved up or moved down in the rankings.
But the BIGGEST change is what you see immediately below the VersaPoints Status Panel…
This part of the SFI Affiliate Center is almost entirely new and we've built in some really great new features.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
For starters, we've installed a new footer and a new header featuring a new navigation bar. The best feature of the new navigation bar is its multi-tier, drop-down menus. That is, you can now go directly to just about any page in SFI from the navigation bar.
Just place your mouse over any item in the navigation bar and you'll see an index pop up below it. Click on your desired destination and you'll go directly there without any additional clicking required. The next thing you'll notice is a totally revamped homepage.
At the top we've installed a neat little VersaPoints Status Panel. This panel will tell you exactly how many points you've scored so far for the month, and it also tells you how many points you're short of the next SFI earnings level.
This panel also provides detailed Power Ranking information. It shows you where your ranks compare to your goals. It also shows you how you're doing over the past 10, 30, 60, and 90 days. That is, you'll see what your rank WAS during these time periods and whether you've moved up or moved down in the rankings.
But the BIGGEST change is what you see immediately below the VersaPoints Status Panel…
This part of the SFI Affiliate Center is almost entirely new and we've built in some really great new features.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
Sunday, August 16, 2009
INTRODUCING...VERSAPOINTS!
Today we are very excited to introduce to you a more powerful and simpler SFI. What we've done is rebuild SFI around a simple concept we call "VersaPoints."
In short, the more points you accumulate, the more money you'll earn with SFI!
More points also means valuable perks and "power tools" to help you fully maximize your profits.
How do you earn points?
Again, very simple. On your SFI Homepage, we now list for you all the actions you can take to earn points.
Each time you complete an action, you instantly earn the points attached to that action. Some actions are worth 20 points, some 30 points, some as much as 100 points, and so on. Once you complete an action, we remove it from your SFI Homepage. You can also earn unlimited VersaPoints on sales and purchases from TripleClicks.
Then, at the end of the month, we'll add up all the points you've earned during the month and award you the benefits accorded by your point total. It's that simple!
To see what these benefits, perks, and payouts are, we've created an important new page...the SFI Benefits Chart.
Check it out here:https://www.sfimg.com/Reference/ComparisonChart.sfi
As the new Benefits Chart shows, all ranks and earnings levels are now based on the VersaPoints you score each month.
That is, you can now earn EA (Executive Affiliate) status via points!...which can come from any combination of actions, sales, and/or purchases!
Yes, we've now made it so those who are just getting started and have minimal funds to invest, can earn executive status through recruiting other affiliates, getting trained, etc. Especially for many countries outside the United States, SFI has just taken a huge step forward in viability! And we look forward to welcoming many, many new Executive Affiliates across the globe.
You'll also notice that there are now SEVEN earnings levels, starting at 500 points.
VersaPoints doesn't stop there though. We also use your points for our Power Rank program. Power Rank allows you to see how you stack up against your fellow SFI'ers. The more points you accumulate, the higher your rank can go. We rank you in three ways:
A. Your overall Power Rank tells you where you rank amongst ALL active SFI affiliates worldwide.
B. Your Country Rank tells you where you rank amongst the active SFI affiliates in your country.
C. Your Class Rank tells you where you rank amongst the active SFI affiliates in your class (i.e. all SFI affiliates who joined SFI the same day you did).
TIP: You can see the points you've earned so far for the month, your cumulate point total to date, and also your current overall Power Rank, Country Rank, and Class Rank anytime at your SFI Homepage.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
ANTICIPATED QUESTIONS:
Q: Why is a system based on points better than what we had before?
A: Much of what has compelled this change has come from the Power Rank program. As you know, Power Rank primarily is just a method for seeing how you stack up against your peers in SFI. Our affiliates just love it though and they love the points system. Since introducing the Power Rank program earlier this year, activities that have been tied to points are being performed at a rate of 10-20 times what they were prior to Power Rank! This is a HUGE increase!...and now imagine what we might see with all ranks, qualifications, and benefits tied to points production!
Bottom line: People just seem to immediately grasp a points-based system. It's clean, simple, easy-to-understand, and allows our affiliates to get started right away on the activities they need to do to build a successful business!
Q: Do we still have the titles of Executive Affiliate, Bronze Team Leader, Silver Team Leader, etc.?
A: Yes, the only difference is that now you qualify for them exclusively via points each month.
Q: What if I'm short a few points of the level I wish to achieve for the month? Can I buy products at TripleClicks to make up the difference?
A: Yes
Q: Can I achieve the Executive Affiliate (EA) level of 1500 points with a combination of actions?
A: Yes, you can achieve it with any combination of actions, sales, and/or purchases. So long as you generate a minimum of 1500 points during the month, you qualify as an EA.
Q: Can I also achieve the Team Leader levels with a combination of actions?
A. Yes, you can achieve all Team Leader ranks with combinations of actions, sales, and/or purchases. However, for Team Leader qualifications, there is a minimum of 1500 points and a maximum of 2000 points from sales or purchases.
Q: How does the old SVP (Sales Volume Points) translate into VersaPoints?
A: 10 SVP is equal to 1500 VersaPoints, which is the point total needed for Executive Affiliate status. So if you had a 10 SVP Standing Order to maintain your EA rank, you'll continue to maintain that same rank with your now 1500 VP Standing Order.
Q: So I don't have to do anything to my Standing Order to continue to be an EA?
A: That is correct. You're all set.
Q: I understand that I earn 100 VersaPoints for each personally sponsored EA, 150 for each personally sponsored BTL, and up to 300 for a PTL. When do I receive those points?
A: As soon as those affiliates achieve the rank, which in many cases will be when Standing Orders are processed.
Q: Why does it appear that my points dropped like a rock?!
A: You have your TOTAL, cumulative VersaPoints total and you have your VersaPoints total for THIS MONTH. Make sure you understand the difference. The former is what your Power Rank is based on. The latter (like getting to 10 SVP used to) determines your payouts, perks, etc. for this month. See your VP Personal Scoreboard to see both numbers and for more details.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
In short, the more points you accumulate, the more money you'll earn with SFI!
More points also means valuable perks and "power tools" to help you fully maximize your profits.
How do you earn points?
Again, very simple. On your SFI Homepage, we now list for you all the actions you can take to earn points.
Each time you complete an action, you instantly earn the points attached to that action. Some actions are worth 20 points, some 30 points, some as much as 100 points, and so on. Once you complete an action, we remove it from your SFI Homepage. You can also earn unlimited VersaPoints on sales and purchases from TripleClicks.
Then, at the end of the month, we'll add up all the points you've earned during the month and award you the benefits accorded by your point total. It's that simple!
To see what these benefits, perks, and payouts are, we've created an important new page...the SFI Benefits Chart.
Check it out here:https://www.sfimg.com/Reference/ComparisonChart.sfi
As the new Benefits Chart shows, all ranks and earnings levels are now based on the VersaPoints you score each month.
That is, you can now earn EA (Executive Affiliate) status via points!...which can come from any combination of actions, sales, and/or purchases!
Yes, we've now made it so those who are just getting started and have minimal funds to invest, can earn executive status through recruiting other affiliates, getting trained, etc. Especially for many countries outside the United States, SFI has just taken a huge step forward in viability! And we look forward to welcoming many, many new Executive Affiliates across the globe.
You'll also notice that there are now SEVEN earnings levels, starting at 500 points.
VersaPoints doesn't stop there though. We also use your points for our Power Rank program. Power Rank allows you to see how you stack up against your fellow SFI'ers. The more points you accumulate, the higher your rank can go. We rank you in three ways:
A. Your overall Power Rank tells you where you rank amongst ALL active SFI affiliates worldwide.
B. Your Country Rank tells you where you rank amongst the active SFI affiliates in your country.
C. Your Class Rank tells you where you rank amongst the active SFI affiliates in your class (i.e. all SFI affiliates who joined SFI the same day you did).
TIP: You can see the points you've earned so far for the month, your cumulate point total to date, and also your current overall Power Rank, Country Rank, and Class Rank anytime at your SFI Homepage.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
ANTICIPATED QUESTIONS:
Q: Why is a system based on points better than what we had before?
A: Much of what has compelled this change has come from the Power Rank program. As you know, Power Rank primarily is just a method for seeing how you stack up against your peers in SFI. Our affiliates just love it though and they love the points system. Since introducing the Power Rank program earlier this year, activities that have been tied to points are being performed at a rate of 10-20 times what they were prior to Power Rank! This is a HUGE increase!...and now imagine what we might see with all ranks, qualifications, and benefits tied to points production!
Bottom line: People just seem to immediately grasp a points-based system. It's clean, simple, easy-to-understand, and allows our affiliates to get started right away on the activities they need to do to build a successful business!
Q: Do we still have the titles of Executive Affiliate, Bronze Team Leader, Silver Team Leader, etc.?
A: Yes, the only difference is that now you qualify for them exclusively via points each month.
Q: What if I'm short a few points of the level I wish to achieve for the month? Can I buy products at TripleClicks to make up the difference?
A: Yes
Q: Can I achieve the Executive Affiliate (EA) level of 1500 points with a combination of actions?
A: Yes, you can achieve it with any combination of actions, sales, and/or purchases. So long as you generate a minimum of 1500 points during the month, you qualify as an EA.
Q: Can I also achieve the Team Leader levels with a combination of actions?
A. Yes, you can achieve all Team Leader ranks with combinations of actions, sales, and/or purchases. However, for Team Leader qualifications, there is a minimum of 1500 points and a maximum of 2000 points from sales or purchases.
Q: How does the old SVP (Sales Volume Points) translate into VersaPoints?
A: 10 SVP is equal to 1500 VersaPoints, which is the point total needed for Executive Affiliate status. So if you had a 10 SVP Standing Order to maintain your EA rank, you'll continue to maintain that same rank with your now 1500 VP Standing Order.
Q: So I don't have to do anything to my Standing Order to continue to be an EA?
A: That is correct. You're all set.
Q: I understand that I earn 100 VersaPoints for each personally sponsored EA, 150 for each personally sponsored BTL, and up to 300 for a PTL. When do I receive those points?
A: As soon as those affiliates achieve the rank, which in many cases will be when Standing Orders are processed.
Q: Why does it appear that my points dropped like a rock?!
A: You have your TOTAL, cumulative VersaPoints total and you have your VersaPoints total for THIS MONTH. Make sure you understand the difference. The former is what your Power Rank is based on. The latter (like getting to 10 SVP used to) determines your payouts, perks, etc. for this month. See your VP Personal Scoreboard to see both numbers and for more details.
>>>>> http://kliks.my/sfibiz
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Interview with Mohd Ashar
Q) Is this your first venture into a home-based business opportunity?
I been involved with traditional home-based businesses before, but SFI is my first Internet home-based business.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
My friend introduced me to SFI. My initial goal was only to find out if this company is legitimate. I was skeptical at first because the company is in the United States and I live in Southeast Asia. My first goal was to get an SFI check to pay my Internet bill. My checks from SFI kept growing every month. I never looked back.
Q) What SFI product(s) have you most concentrated on selling?
I sell the business opportunity. Selling the opportunity is easier for me as an international affiliate. The SFI concept of buying from your own store will automatically promote selling.
Q) Do you actively market SFI products to customers who are not SFI affiliates?
I market SFI products to customers, but only through my Gateway Websites. In Asia, SFI's physical products are not cost effective to market here. For my personally sponsored U.S. affiliates, I recommend purchasing the physical products and sell offline. This is because when you buy and use the products yourself, the confidence is there when you do the selling. I believe all SFI products are the best.
Q) Without giving away your secrets, what two marketing strategies do you feel are most effective?
My marketing strategies include pay-per-click (PPC) advertising and personal Website optimization. Initially, I use PPC to advertise my SFI Gateway page, because it can take a long time for the search engines to actually find your Website, add it to the database, and index it into their listings. Search engine optimization can bring you a lot of traffic if you do it correctly. During my first year in SFI, I learned online and offline methods and even took a few courses on how to build a Website. This helped me a lot to jumpstart my business. This method requires knowledge and time. I personally own a few Websites dedicated to SFI that rank high in a few major search engines. Most of my traffic comes from this method.
Q) What is the single most important step to making a sale that you can share with new SFI home-business owners?
Complete the Smart Start course, buy from your own store, and start promoting SFI Gateways. Treat this business like your own business. It is the same as if you were to open up a physical store and attract customers to shop there. Your SFI business works the same way, but online. There will be no sales without your attracting customers to your SFI Websites. International affiliates like me have limitations on physical products to promote offline, so by advertising my SFI Website totally online, I'm more likely to generate a sale or sign up a new affiliate.
Q) What technologies do you consider vital for your SFI business?
Search Engines, discussion boards, and e-mail. Search for "how do I advertise," and you will find all sorts of advertising Websites. Discussion boards are also important. The sharing concept is there, like on our SFI Dboard. I also joined few Search engine dboards to increase my knowledge. E-mail is a vital tool for communication; it's cheap, easy, and has worlwide reach.
Q) List the following traits in order of importance to your home business: enthusiasm, persistence, knowledge, and communication skills.
Persistence, knowledge, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Q) How important is following up with new customers to your success?
Very vital. The first personal contact is vital to prove that a real person is behind this business.
Q) How do you handle customer rejections?
NEXT!
Q) What has been your biggest motivation for making your SFI home business a success?
To prove that making a lot of money from the Internet with SFI is possible. There is no barrier, even if you are a few thousand miles away from SFI headquarters. You can start this business, anywhere, any place.
Q) What has been your biggest obstacle in building your SFI home business?
Starting without a fixed Internet connection. As this business is Internet based, all the information and tools are online. Gaining knowledge and understanding of the SFI business is the key to progress. After a few months with SFI, I was able to pay for an unlimited Internet connection, and I am now able to learn more everyday.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
Great, and I appreciate the recognition SFI always gives to their achievers. This is also proof that international affiliates like me can be successful.
Q) Where do you want your SFI home business to be in a year from now?
I want to reach Platinum Team Leader and bring a few of my TL's to Platinum status.
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Is becoming an SFI Team Leader in YOUR future? It's now easier and more lucrative than ever before! For complete information on how to become a Team Leader, see the TL Qualifications or check out SFI's Compensation Plan.
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I been involved with traditional home-based businesses before, but SFI is my first Internet home-based business.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
My friend introduced me to SFI. My initial goal was only to find out if this company is legitimate. I was skeptical at first because the company is in the United States and I live in Southeast Asia. My first goal was to get an SFI check to pay my Internet bill. My checks from SFI kept growing every month. I never looked back.
Q) What SFI product(s) have you most concentrated on selling?
I sell the business opportunity. Selling the opportunity is easier for me as an international affiliate. The SFI concept of buying from your own store will automatically promote selling.
Q) Do you actively market SFI products to customers who are not SFI affiliates?
I market SFI products to customers, but only through my Gateway Websites. In Asia, SFI's physical products are not cost effective to market here. For my personally sponsored U.S. affiliates, I recommend purchasing the physical products and sell offline. This is because when you buy and use the products yourself, the confidence is there when you do the selling. I believe all SFI products are the best.
Q) Without giving away your secrets, what two marketing strategies do you feel are most effective?
My marketing strategies include pay-per-click (PPC) advertising and personal Website optimization. Initially, I use PPC to advertise my SFI Gateway page, because it can take a long time for the search engines to actually find your Website, add it to the database, and index it into their listings. Search engine optimization can bring you a lot of traffic if you do it correctly. During my first year in SFI, I learned online and offline methods and even took a few courses on how to build a Website. This helped me a lot to jumpstart my business. This method requires knowledge and time. I personally own a few Websites dedicated to SFI that rank high in a few major search engines. Most of my traffic comes from this method.
Q) What is the single most important step to making a sale that you can share with new SFI home-business owners?
Complete the Smart Start course, buy from your own store, and start promoting SFI Gateways. Treat this business like your own business. It is the same as if you were to open up a physical store and attract customers to shop there. Your SFI business works the same way, but online. There will be no sales without your attracting customers to your SFI Websites. International affiliates like me have limitations on physical products to promote offline, so by advertising my SFI Website totally online, I'm more likely to generate a sale or sign up a new affiliate.
Q) What technologies do you consider vital for your SFI business?
Search Engines, discussion boards, and e-mail. Search for "how do I advertise," and you will find all sorts of advertising Websites. Discussion boards are also important. The sharing concept is there, like on our SFI Dboard. I also joined few Search engine dboards to increase my knowledge. E-mail is a vital tool for communication; it's cheap, easy, and has worlwide reach.
Q) List the following traits in order of importance to your home business: enthusiasm, persistence, knowledge, and communication skills.
Persistence, knowledge, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Q) How important is following up with new customers to your success?
Very vital. The first personal contact is vital to prove that a real person is behind this business.
Q) How do you handle customer rejections?
NEXT!
Q) What has been your biggest motivation for making your SFI home business a success?
To prove that making a lot of money from the Internet with SFI is possible. There is no barrier, even if you are a few thousand miles away from SFI headquarters. You can start this business, anywhere, any place.
Q) What has been your biggest obstacle in building your SFI home business?
Starting without a fixed Internet connection. As this business is Internet based, all the information and tools are online. Gaining knowledge and understanding of the SFI business is the key to progress. After a few months with SFI, I was able to pay for an unlimited Internet connection, and I am now able to learn more everyday.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
Great, and I appreciate the recognition SFI always gives to their achievers. This is also proof that international affiliates like me can be successful.
Q) Where do you want your SFI home business to be in a year from now?
I want to reach Platinum Team Leader and bring a few of my TL's to Platinum status.
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Is becoming an SFI Team Leader in YOUR future? It's now easier and more lucrative than ever before! For complete information on how to become a Team Leader, see the TL Qualifications or check out SFI's Compensation Plan.
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Friday, August 7, 2009
Interview with Charles Fuchs
Q) Is this your first venture into a home-based business opportunity?
SFI was my first successful home-based business. I tried over 10 opportunities before SFI and failed in all of them.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
My initial goal with SFI was very interesting. When I joined the program, I wanted to learn how to build a business from home. I didn't expect much at all. I was expecting to make a few bucks and learn the systems. My goals have since changed dramatically. My success with SFI has grown over time and being the best in SFI is my main goal.
Q) What SFI product(s) have you most concentrated on selling?
I definitely concentrate on selling the International Association of Home-Business Entrepreneurs (IAHBE). I believe this is the best place for all beginners to get started, as it provides valuable information and support.
Q) What is the single most important step to making a sale that you can share with new SFI home-business owners?
It's not about "making the sale." I want to show people the opportunity to change their lives and live their dreams. Communication to your team is very important. Without contact and support, your team will die. Most of my network can contact me at my Website at http://www.charlesfuchs.com/.
Q) What technologies do you consider vital for your SFI business?
I believe if you're very serious in building a business, most technologies are very important. Technology these days change every six months—what worked a few months ago may not work now. I think the most important technology is your computer and up-to-date software programs. I conduct 90% of my business over the computer with autoresponders, messengers, Microsoft FrontPage and Outlook, and many other programs. If you're a serious home-based business person, I recommend buying the most updated computer and programs to keep up with the times. Most importantly, a personal Website is very important to show that you are a real person. I created my Website to show people who I am.
Q) List the following traits in order of importance to your home business: enthusiasm, persistence, knowledge, and communication skills.
Persistence, knowledge, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Q) How important is following up with new customers to your success?
Following up with new customers is one of the most important steps to success. I remember when I joined the program a few years ago, I felt alone and confused. Things have changed since then and the support is awesome. To succeed in SFI, you must build relationships with your network and provide all the support and tools your team needs to become successful in life.
Q) How do you handle customer rejections?
Handling customer rejection was very hard at first. I believed that being rejected had something to do with me and who I was. I learned very quickly that this was part of life. The most successful people in life don't let rejection bother them but, instead, use it as a learning tool.
Q) What has been your biggest motivation for making your SFI home business a success?
My biggest motivation was to be the best. After failing in many things in life and being beaten down by many failures, I knew it was my time to shine and work hard.
Q) What has been your biggest obstacle in building your SFI home business?
I find being focused is the hardest obstacle in building my SFI business. There is so much hype and other opportunities over the Internet. Being focused on one program is hard these days, but it's very important. Without being focused, you may be wasting valuable time building your business on something that won't make you any income at all.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
Becoming a top mover and shaker in SFI gives me a great feeling of accomplishment. When I joined SFI three years ago, I used to envy the top players in SFI, and I made it my goal to become one of them. It took me a few years of hard work, but it was well worth it. I thank SFI for letting me have this opportunity to succeed in life.
Q) Where do you want your SFI home business to be a year from now?
Currently, I am very close to advancing to a top team leader rank. With my drive and perseverance, I believe that I will be one of the top people and recruiters in SFI. Watch out SFI, Here I come!
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Is becoming an SFI Team Leader in YOUR future? It's now easier and more lucrative than ever before! For complete information on how to become a Team Leader, see the TL Qualifications or check out SFI's Compensation Plan.
---------------------------------------------------------
SFI was my first successful home-based business. I tried over 10 opportunities before SFI and failed in all of them.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
My initial goal with SFI was very interesting. When I joined the program, I wanted to learn how to build a business from home. I didn't expect much at all. I was expecting to make a few bucks and learn the systems. My goals have since changed dramatically. My success with SFI has grown over time and being the best in SFI is my main goal.
Q) What SFI product(s) have you most concentrated on selling?
I definitely concentrate on selling the International Association of Home-Business Entrepreneurs (IAHBE). I believe this is the best place for all beginners to get started, as it provides valuable information and support.
Q) What is the single most important step to making a sale that you can share with new SFI home-business owners?
It's not about "making the sale." I want to show people the opportunity to change their lives and live their dreams. Communication to your team is very important. Without contact and support, your team will die. Most of my network can contact me at my Website at http://www.charlesfuchs.com/.
Q) What technologies do you consider vital for your SFI business?
I believe if you're very serious in building a business, most technologies are very important. Technology these days change every six months—what worked a few months ago may not work now. I think the most important technology is your computer and up-to-date software programs. I conduct 90% of my business over the computer with autoresponders, messengers, Microsoft FrontPage and Outlook, and many other programs. If you're a serious home-based business person, I recommend buying the most updated computer and programs to keep up with the times. Most importantly, a personal Website is very important to show that you are a real person. I created my Website to show people who I am.
Q) List the following traits in order of importance to your home business: enthusiasm, persistence, knowledge, and communication skills.
Persistence, knowledge, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
Q) How important is following up with new customers to your success?
Following up with new customers is one of the most important steps to success. I remember when I joined the program a few years ago, I felt alone and confused. Things have changed since then and the support is awesome. To succeed in SFI, you must build relationships with your network and provide all the support and tools your team needs to become successful in life.
Q) How do you handle customer rejections?
Handling customer rejection was very hard at first. I believed that being rejected had something to do with me and who I was. I learned very quickly that this was part of life. The most successful people in life don't let rejection bother them but, instead, use it as a learning tool.
Q) What has been your biggest motivation for making your SFI home business a success?
My biggest motivation was to be the best. After failing in many things in life and being beaten down by many failures, I knew it was my time to shine and work hard.
Q) What has been your biggest obstacle in building your SFI home business?
I find being focused is the hardest obstacle in building my SFI business. There is so much hype and other opportunities over the Internet. Being focused on one program is hard these days, but it's very important. Without being focused, you may be wasting valuable time building your business on something that won't make you any income at all.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
Becoming a top mover and shaker in SFI gives me a great feeling of accomplishment. When I joined SFI three years ago, I used to envy the top players in SFI, and I made it my goal to become one of them. It took me a few years of hard work, but it was well worth it. I thank SFI for letting me have this opportunity to succeed in life.
Q) Where do you want your SFI home business to be a year from now?
Currently, I am very close to advancing to a top team leader rank. With my drive and perseverance, I believe that I will be one of the top people and recruiters in SFI. Watch out SFI, Here I come!
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Monday, July 27, 2009
Interview with Stone Evans
Stone Evans is one of the SFI's Presidents Club member. The following are the transcript of the interviews so you can learn directly from SFI's best and most successful affiliates.Q) Is this your first venture into a home-based business opportunity?
I've tried a few offline MLMs but never made any money.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
My initial goals were to retire from working in the restaurant business and earn at least $100,000 per year working from home. I was able to retire from the restaurant business in August 2002, less than one year after receiving my first check from SFI. I am currently on pace to earn over $100,000 this year working from home on the Internet. My current goal is to at least double my income every year for the next five years.
Q) Without giving away your secrets, what are two things you do to motivate your personal referrals to take action?
In my marketing, I target people who are ALREADY motivated to make money online. Once they are on board, I communicate consistently with my team and share SFI business-building ideas that are working for me. People like to have a plan, and I take the time to create one for them.
Q) What is the single most important step you tell new personal referrals to accomplish in their first 30 days?
Take action! Make yourself immune to distraction! The grass is NOT greener on the other side! SFI is the #1 home-based business opportunity in the world, so stake your claim in this goldmine right now! Go through the SFI training. Get EA. Use pay-per-click search engines. Print flyers. Pass out business cards. Absolutely take MASSIVE ACTION right now! After all, it's not one thing that determines a person's success in SFI, but the cumulative effect of many things working together at the same time. People who follow this advice will join me on the scoreboard and become another SFI success story!
Q) How do you provide support to your personal referrals?
I recently started building customized Websites for my team, and this is proving to be very effective. See: http://www.pluginprofitsite.com/
Q) What do you lead with in your advertising—SFI products or the SFI business opportunity?
I definitely lead with the opportunity!
Q) What is the personal philosophy that guides you each day?
Do more than anyone could possibly expect.
Q) Describe a typical day for you as an SFI home-business owner.
The majority of my marketing for SFI is automated via pay-per-click search engines, autoresponders, etc. Nevertheless, without devoting two to three hours a day responding to e-mail and answering phone calls, I probably could not have achieved a Team Leader position in SFI. I also work another four to five hours a day building Websites and setting up autoresponders to help affiliates grow their businesses faster.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
I feel incredibly THANKFUL! I am also deeply MOTIVATED to achieve higher levels of success and freedom with SFI.
Q) Where do you want to be in a year from now?
Living healthfully and joyfully in my dream home with my wife and two children and enjoying the continued growth and success of our home-based Internet business.
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Friday, July 24, 2009
Interview with Ewen Chia
Ewen Chia is one of the SFI's top "movers and shakers!" The following are the transcript of the interviews so you can learn directly from SFI's best and most successful affiliates.
Q) Is this your first venture into a business of your own?
I've been online since 1997, and since then, I have started and experimented with MANY businesses just like everyone else. I was struggling when I first started but got my first successes from selling information products and building lists in niche markets. These two models are still relevant and prevalent in any market online, particularly the MLM industry. This is because the Internet is primarily about information and communication.
You can see my full story on my Websites http://www.internetwealth.com/ and http://www.internetmillionaires.com/.
Q) What were your initial goals when you joined SFI? How have those goals changed since you joined?
SFI is a great program with great products. Few companies can combine these two elements successfully. I only have one goal, and it has remained the same throughout the years I've been a member here. I wouldn't even call it a goal but a "mission"—to focus on getting as many people exposed to SFI as I can, whenever I can!
SFI is a great program with great products. Few companies can combine these two elements successfully. I only have one goal, and it has remained the same throughout the years I've been a member here. I wouldn't even call it a goal but a "mission"—to focus on getting as many people exposed to SFI as I can, whenever I can!
Q) What SFI product(s) have you most concentrated on selling? Why?
I market the main membership itself as that will lead people to the rest of the products.
Q) Without giving way your secrets, what two marketing strategies do you feel are most effective (i.e. offline ads and flyers, pay-per-clicks, personal Website, banner ads, autoresponders, etc.)? Why?
List building combined with effective article marketing. These are obviously just a part of the process. The most crucial asset of your business is to have a SYSTEM with which to make money. If you need some help with this, feel free to contact me.
Q) What is the single most important step to making a sale that you would share with a new SFI affiliate?
The single most important step in MLM is preselling before sending the visitor over to your Website. This greatly increases the conversion.
Q) What technologies (i.e. cell phone, autoresponders, software, etc.) do you consider most vital for your SFI business?
I would say the autoresponder.
Q) List the following traits in order of importance to your business: enthusiasm, persistence, knowledge, and communication skills.
Enthusiasm, knowledge, persistence, and communication
Q) How important is following up with new affiliates to your success?
Very important. My business is a people business, and with the Internet, it's about communication and preselling. Following up also maximizes the sales you get without doing anything else.
Q) How do you handle rejections?
I don't. My focus in on using the follow-up to educate and presell and get as many new people to the follow-up campaign as possible.
Q) What has been your biggest motivation for making your SFI business a success?
I truly believe in the products and program. With that, I hope to help people achieve their own financial goals.
Q) What has been your biggest obstacle in building your SFI business?
Being able to help everyone given my limited resources.
Q) How does it feel to join the top movers and shakers in SFI?
Great! It's both a honor and privilege.
Q) Where do you want your SFI business to be in a year from now?
The sky's really the limit with this business. My slogan is "start small, dream BIG" and so should yours!
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