Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Hello Dignasia Innocent,

Great question, and one every new SFI Affiliate should ponder.

To begin, I take your question as a personal question asked of me. Because in 2009, I was in the same shoes you were, I, too, almost quit. But what enabled me to keep 'pushing forward' was remembering why I joined SFI in the first place - to become financially SUCCESSFUL. So I realized that quitting wasn't an option for me. You can't expect success to come your way by simply quitting and moving onto the next 'pie in the sky' opportunity. So, I started doing what I should have been doing right from the beginning. Which was learning exactly what SFI truly is - a well thought out, road map to unlimited success!

I began selling TC Products to family, friends and running ads on social media networks when they weren't 'quite' as popular as they are today. And it was/is fun, just like it's fun sponsoring affiliates to help build your business.

And let's not forget the wealth of important 'business information' I received just by logging into my SFI Homepage everyday and doing my daily tasks (i. e. To-Do-List, etc.).

Gosh Dignasia, there are many reasons why I kept on 'pushing forward' but, as I'm sure you know, space won't allow me. But I hope this will inspire you even more - even beyond what may be your own expectations!
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Hello Dignasia Innocent,

Great question, and one every new SFI Affiliate should ponder.

To begin, I take your question as a personal question asked of me. Because in 2009, I was in the same shoes you were, I, too, almost quit. But what enabled me to keep 'pushing forward' was remembering why I joined SFI in the first place - to become financially SUCCESSFUL. So I realized that quitting wasn't an option for me. You can't expect success to come your way by simply quitting
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Hello Estrado,

I trust that by fully self-employed you mean, when you no longer have to rely on employment from any other source. Am I correct?

If that's correct, then you can simply tell them what is true. That you are self-employed, work when and how you please from the privacy of your own home, as a Marketing Affiliate with one of the most respected and successful global marketing companies in the world.

You have your own ecommerce store, called TripleClicks, where you and they can purchase from more than 100,000 products and services. Products that are made available to the general public and globally, and those that you and I are used to buying for ourselves.

Tell them you sponsor other ambitious men and women from around the world, who desire a business of their own. One they can operate from home which they can run (operate) on a shoestring.

Tell them that you are your own boss, with your own Team of like-minded individuals who are as eager to help you succeed as you are to help them.

Then say, "Give me your email address and I'll send you all the information you need!"

I hope this helps Estrado.
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Hello Estrado,

I trust that by fully self-employed you mean, when you no longer have to rely on employment from any other source. Am I correct?

If that's correct, then you can simply tell them what is true. That you are self-employed, work when and how you please from the privacy of your own home, as a Marketing Affiliate with one of the most respected and successful global marketing companies in the world.

You have your own ecommerce store, called TripleClicks, where
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Hello Pavle Tancic,

First, think about what it would me to your business if everyone in your team is working to make you a success. They are doing everything you are doing (perhaps even more) in helping you to increase your commission volume (CV), but at the same time, increasing theirs as well.

Now Pavle, apart from the obvious, such as receiving additional VP (VersaPoints), 45% commission volume on the work they are doing for you, I'd like you to visualize an important, extra benefit you receive when practicing and teaching duplication. Simply put, you are also homing in on your development of managerial skills.

I guess the point I'm trying to make is, practicing and teaching others to duplicate the already established recommendations of SFI, teaches you to become more in control. You begin to feel the need of duplication. You learn more!
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Hello Pavle Tancic,

First, think about what it would me to your business if everyone in your team is working to make you a success. They are doing everything you are doing (perhaps even more) in helping you to increase your commission volume (CV), but at the same time, increasing theirs as well.

Now Pavle, apart from the obvious, such as receiving additional VP (VersaPoints), 45% commission volume on the work they are doing for you, I'd like you to visualize an important, extra
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Needless to say, as a Team Leader, you set the stage for those in your Team (your Downline) to follow. From where I see it, the biggest question becomes, "At what level of Team Leader do you want to be?"

Personally, I feel comfortable at the Executive Affiliate level. Why? Because to get even to the level of EA (or EA2) requires a certain amount of action on my part, in order to maintain that status on a consistent or regular basis. Point is, to be a Team Leader, all you need is a downline of people requiring your attention and direction, and of course, your filling that requirement.

So, my answer to your question Gary "What is the best way to become a Team Leader?" requires you to understand your overall comfort level. What satisfies you! Final point, whatever comfort level you choose, or feel you need, will require actions necessary for you to achieve that level of comfort. For whatever reason, Executive Affiliate is seldom mentioned when it comes to Team Leader. When I was in the Marine Corps, even as a Lance Corporal, I was placed, at times, in the position of leading other Marines assigned under me. Leadership is an attitude and can never be defined by EA, EA2, BTL, STL, GTL and/or PTL.

In closing Gary, "What is your Comfort Level?" Whatever it is, be it winning VersaPoints, being awarded VirsaPoints, or buying them with a Standing Order, you may have to put out a little more in order to achieve it. Good thing is Gary, whatever your 'Comfort Level' is, SFI can help you to achieve it. https://www.sfimg.com/Reference/ComparisonChart
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Needless to say, as a Team Leader, you set the stage for those in your Team (your Downline) to follow. From where I see it, the biggest question becomes, "At what level of Team Leader do you want to be?"

Personally, I feel comfortable at the Executive Affiliate level. Why? Because to get even to the level of EA (or EA2) requires a certain amount of action on my part, in order to maintain that status on a consistent or regular basis. Point is, to be a Team Leader, all you need
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

"Which of the SFI LaunchPad lessons is best ... and Why?"

Good Day Ali Ahmed,

Picture this in your mind. You want to someday become a great political figure in your country. So, you go to college, and take up advance courses in Language, World History, Sociology and Political Science. Think of each one of these courses as a LaunchPad Lesson. Now, ask yourself, "Which One is Best?"

Plain truth is, when you put them all together and use them effectively, you are brought convincingly closer to your political goals. The same applies to your LAUNCHPAD exercises. When day 1-30 are put together, they bring you convincingly closer to fulfilling your goals with Strong Future International. Skipping one, could very well become the "weak-link" in what you are trying to accomplish.

So, in my opinion, no "Launchpad Lesson" can be "GREATER" or "LESSER" than the others. Together, they all work better towards accomplishment.

I hope this answer helps.
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"Which of the SFI LaunchPad lessons is best ... and Why?"

Good Day Ali Ahmed,

Picture this in your mind. You want to someday become a great political figure in your country. So, you go to college, and take up advance courses in Language, World History, Sociology and Political Science. Think of each one of these courses as a LaunchPad Lesson. Now, ask yourself, "Which One is Best?"

Plain truth is, when you put them all together and use them effectively,
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Hello Ash,

I must admit, this to me is somewhat of a strange question.

You see to me, SUCCESS isn't only something you can see, but something you feel. Take a goal you may have set for yourself. When you have achieved it, it becomes real to you because you can see it is real. However, the feelings of SUCCESS comes when you have built your own Team and did your very best towards helping it to achieve SUCCESS. To me, that's when you know "you've become successful" with SFI and TripleClicks.

Remember, Ash, SUCCESS with SFI isn't just about you, it's about others too!

I hope this answer helps.
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Hello Ash,

I must admit, this to me is somewhat of a strange question.

You see to me, SUCCESS isn't only something you can see, but something you feel. Take a goal you may have set for yourself. When you have achieved it, it becomes real to you because you can see it is real. However, the feelings of SUCCESS comes when you have built your own Team and did your very best towards helping it to achieve SUCCESS. To me, that's when you know "you've become successful" with
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Hello Ian,

I believe I understand your question, and there are two important thoughts or mindsets
to consider here. On both, we must consider our position as SFI Marketing Group Affiliates, and what it means to succeed in this business.

By definition, the word "Bribe" represents something monetary given or promised to a person in a position of trust to influence his/her judgement or conduct. In short, it is something that serves to induce or influence another.

Of course, and based on definition, it's the "mindset" of the person doing the influencing or inducing that makes all the difference. And although the word itself may ring towards an illegal action in the hearts of many, by definition such is not necessarily so. In other words, with regards to our position, to "bribe" can be a good thing.

Think about it. As kids, for many of us, "bribery" was an effective way for parents to get the best out of us, when our minds and hearts weren't willing. It could have been a weekly allowance; an important promise of sort, in exchange for attentiveness in school.

Now, Ian, ask yourself that same question again. Only this time use the words "Can it be wise" in place of "Is it wise" to bribe ...?
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Hello Ian,

I believe I understand your question, and there are two important thoughts or mindsets
to consider here. On both, we must consider our position as SFI Marketing Group Affiliates, and what it means to succeed in this business.

By definition, the word "Bribe" represents something monetary given or promised to a person in a position of trust to influence his/her judgement or conduct. In short, it is something that serves to induce or influence another.

Of
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

As far as I am concern, it's not a matter of my opinion but, rather, it's a matter of the reality of the game itself. 52 cards in all. You must choose between high or low, depending on the card that's in front of you. Therefore, and based on my experience alone, I suggest that you go with your basic instincts. Here's why:

Not too long ago, I played several "Card King" games where I was on a pretty good straight run. On at least 3 occasions, I can remember already having collected as many as 3 Ace cards. On those 3 occasions, twice I had a 2 card in front of me, and the other time a 5 card. On the 2 times I had the 2 card, I clicked to go HIGH and both times, the last Ace card came LOW. I was knocked out. On the one time I can remember having the 5 card, instead of going with my head, I went with instinct (GUT-FEELING) and went LOW, and it came LOW. I ended up that day with a 21-Card "Straight" run.

Let's face it, with this game, instinct, or gut-feeling, is more important than "tips" and strategies.
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As far as I am concern, it's not a matter of my opinion but, rather, it's a matter of the reality of the game itself. 52 cards in all. You must choose between high or low, depending on the card that's in front of you. Therefore, and based on my experience alone, I suggest that you go with your basic instincts. Here's why:

Not too long ago, I played several "Card King" games where I was on a pretty good straight run. On at least 3 occasions, I can remember already having collected
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Good Day Alvin,

I'm sure you've been here long enough to understand the need for QUALITY vs QUANTITY! Plain truth is, here at SFI it's often necessary to focus on QUANTITY in order to get to QUALITY. It is the QUALITY of affiliates you get that will enable you to exercise the 5-affiliate rule of duplication. Therefore, I feel the appropriate ANSWER to your QUESTION would be... As many as you can!

This is where you really want to focus on the PLAN... https://www.sfimg.com/the_plan

I hope my answer helps.
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Good Day Alvin,

I'm sure you've been here long enough to understand the need for QUALITY vs QUANTITY! Plain truth is, here at SFI it's often necessary to focus on QUANTITY in order to get to QUALITY. It is the QUALITY of affiliates you get that will enable you to exercise the 5-affiliate rule of duplication. Therefore, I feel the appropriate ANSWER to your QUESTION would be... As many as you can!

This is where you really want to focus on the PLAN... https://www.sfimg.com/the_plan

I
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Affiliate since: 03/14/2009, Power Rank: 192

Thank you, this is an excellent question!

I truly believe that the hours an affiliate devotes per week depends greatly on how much he or she really wants to succeed. Because slow and easy is the best way to begin any business, taking your time to learn the ropes, means spending more time each week.

This is not a difficult business to understand. What makes it difficult for most who join SFI, is his or her's unwillingness to stick to the concept of "slow and easy" and, thus, making it more difficult than it has to be.

The hours you spend each week will depend on how devoted you are in creating a business for yourself that will last for as long as you desire it to.

So, then, take it slow and easy! In doing so, the hours won't even matter.

I hope my answer helps.
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Thank you, this is an excellent question!

I truly believe that the hours an affiliate devotes per week depends greatly on how much he or she really wants to succeed. Because slow and easy is the best way to begin any business, taking your time to learn the ropes, means spending more time each week.

This is not a difficult business to understand. What makes it difficult for most who join SFI, is his or her's unwillingness to stick to the concept of "slow and easy"
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