Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

The best use for MRP depends on individual needs at different times.

I have used MRP to purchase items from TripleClicks which I use in my household. I have also purchased TCredits to help me maintain my SFI Status for a month, when I do not have funds to purchase or maintain a SO during a period of time.

When I have had to use MRP to purchase TCredits to maintain my EA status, I purchase the TCredits for two reasons:
1st to earn the VersaPoints from the purchase that month
2nd to use the TCredits in auctions and Zebra games to earn more MRP (I bid on auction items I want, but have double MRP)

I do my best to save my MRP to purchase products I want, which I consider high end, high demand items, so I may turn around to resell or use personally, such as iPods and Kindles.

The more lucrative means is purchasing items like iPods and Kindles, where you can resell them or use the items your self. In truth, purchasing TCredits with MRP is not the most wisest, as one can purchase them for as little as 29 cents (USD), but when purchasing with MRP, you are not purchasing them for that price.

So, I return to what I stated at the beginning, I depends on the individuals needs and wants.

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The best use for MRP depends on individual needs at different times.

I have used MRP to purchase items from TripleClicks which I use in my household. I have also purchased TCredits to help me maintain my SFI Status for a month, when I do not have funds to purchase or maintain a SO during a period of time.

When I have had to use MRP to purchase TCredits to maintain my EA status, I purchase the TCredits for two reasons:
1st to earn the VersaPoints from the purchase that
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

I asked myself this same question recently. I had been doing online advertising for new affiliates, but it seemed to be going nowhere. This led me to asking myself the question about is there more I should be doing besides the daily to do list. I finally reached out to other affiliates who have been succeeding at SFI and asked them what they are doing. I chose to follow their advice. What was their advice?

Read, learn, do. Take the time to understand concepts outside the daily to do list. When we read the Launchpad lessons, we should take the time to understand them and implement them, not just rush through the lessons to the next steps. We should take the time to develop skills in an area we do not fully understand until we are ready to move on to the next step; basically build a foundation to move on to build our own success.

So return to SFI Basic and start implementing what is in the basic, WHILE doing the daily to do list.
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I asked myself this same question recently. I had been doing online advertising for new affiliates, but it seemed to be going nowhere. This led me to asking myself the question about is there more I should be doing besides the daily to do list. I finally reached out to other affiliates who have been succeeding at SFI and asked them what they are doing. I chose to follow their advice. What was their advice?

Read, learn, do. Take the time to understand concepts outside the daily to do list.
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

The best way will be to do some research. Determine how you want to ship your products, meaning which carriers you will use in your area. Once you have determined the carrier(s) you will use, speak with the carrier(s) and ask them for a pricing list for different countries. This will give you and idea of the cost to various international area. Once you have the list and idea of cost, you will be able to figure out a shipping cost which you will feel comfortable to charge your customers. It will take time, but in the end it will be worth being seen as a valued, fair company by your customers. The key is do your research.
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The best way will be to do some research. Determine how you want to ship your products, meaning which carriers you will use in your area. Once you have determined the carrier(s) you will use, speak with the carrier(s) and ask them for a pricing list for different countries. This will give you and idea of the cost to various international area. Once you have the list and idea of cost, you will be able to figure out a shipping cost which you will feel comfortable to charge your customers. It will
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

You cannot keep someone from quitting or giving up on anything. Why? You cannot control another person’s choices and actions; you can only control your own.

However, having said this, it doesn’t mean we cannot try to encourage our downline to keep building their SFI business. Yet, we also need to be realistic. There are a few common reasons people do not continue with SFI.

Some reasons are:
- a person initially joined SFI thinking it was a get rich quick scheme
- a person became overwhelmed during the initial weeks in SFI
- a person had poor sponsorship, meaning no or little support
- a person thinks they do not adequate funds, they cannot participate in SFI
- a person’s personal situation takes precedent over SFI participation, such as medical or family.

The only thing we as sponsors/Uplines can do is be supportive. We can support in different ways. One example is we can help new affiliates who may feel overwhelmed, by breaking down some SFI procedures into easier steps. Recently on the Forum, someone explained they understood some things about the Pricebender Auctions, but asked if someone could explain the Pricebender Auction in a simpler manner for him. TripleClicks has a section “How It Works,” which explains the Pricebender Auction. We could simply refer the inquirer to this section or take the time to break down the process into simpler steps for them to understand. Writing it down may take longer, but if it helps them overcome their feeling of being overwhelmed, the likelihood of them staying with SFI has increased.

Personally, there have been times I have read SFI and TripleClicks “how to” sections and had to reread them and reread them, before I finally understood a concept. Still, there were other times; I have had to reach out to a2a members or an Upline person, because I did not understand the section after multiple readings. Thankfully, these affiliates responded to my inquiries and helped me understand a concept by breaking down the steps for me. So, we cannot assume we are being helpful by referring our downline to read a section that we have done our part. We may need to go the extra mile if we want to help retain them.

Ultimately, you need to remember rule 19 in SFI Rules of Success: Some will, some won’t. So what?! Someone’s waiting! Next!

It may seem harsh to take this attitude, but we need to be realistic. We can only control our own choices and actions. It benefits us to work with those who will work with us, but still reach out to those who are on our genealogy list, who quit or gave up on SFI, because we do not know why they left or what their circumstances are right now and their circumstances can change.
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You cannot keep someone from quitting or giving up on anything. Why? You cannot control another person’s choices and actions; you can only control your own.

However, having said this, it doesn’t mean we cannot try to encourage our downline to keep building their SFI business. Yet, we also need to be realistic. There are a few common reasons people do not continue with SFI.

Some reasons are:
- a person initially joined SFI thinking it was a get rich quick scheme
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

Absolutely! However, acknowledge the long period of inactivity in a sensitive manner. Unless you are 100% knowledgeable about the reasons behind their reason for inactivity, be very sensitive to their long period of silence from SFI.

We do not know if the affiliate went looking for a better opportunity elsewhere or if the affiliate had a medical condition or family tragedy they had to attend to. Basically, be wary of your judgment of the affiliates reason for being absent from SFI.

Simply welcome them back, offer you support, ask them how you may help them, how you can be there for them. This may be what they need to hear most at this time. A nonjudgmental welcome back, with the knowledge they will have support as they begin to learn SFI.
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Absolutely! However, acknowledge the long period of inactivity in a sensitive manner. Unless you are 100% knowledgeable about the reasons behind their reason for inactivity, be very sensitive to their long period of silence from SFI.

We do not know if the affiliate went looking for a better opportunity elsewhere or if the affiliate had a medical condition or family tragedy they had to attend to. Basically, be wary of your judgment of the affiliates reason for being absent from SFI.

Simply
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

What I am about to write in response to your question about "original, creative methods...used to promote your SFI business," may not be considered original or creative by most individuals. However, when you engage in this method, you do need to be original AND creative with each individual you engage, because everyone is different in their own way.

The method I speak of is what advertisers call “warm contacting.” This means speaking with those you know. Those who are around you and whom you have contact with through electronic means (i.e., telephone, texting, computer: email, social media, etc).

Most important: I do not approach everyone with the main purpose to get them signed up. I approach them with the idea of "let me tell you what I'm doing in my life." Often when casually speaking with acquaintances, they are interested in an update of how you are doing. I usually slip into the conversation the work I am doing with SFI or TripleClicks. Typically, I broach the subject by saying, “I found a business online that cost me nothing to join and it has been fun learning how to work the system.” This often leads to them asking, “So, what’s the company and what do you do?”

In my opinion this is where the CREATIVE method comes in. It is helpful to know the interests of the person or persons I’m speaking with in order to keep their attention on presenting SFI and TripleClicks.

Next: I continue the conversation along the line that will interest the person further into wanting to know what I am doing through an internet business. As an example: During a recent appointment with a doctor, who was aware I have been looking to start a home-based business, I mentioned I found SFI/TripleClicks. This led to her asking about the business. Knowing this doctor likes to shop, I began by explaining about the connection SFI has with TripleClicks and TC’s option to be able to sell our personal items through them, like a garage sale, along with being a legitimate online store. This perked her interest further, which led to more questions. By the time I left my appointment, she had requested the website address for TripleClicks. I provided her with a TripleClicks Card, with my SFI ID# written on the back.

Some might say you don’t talk business with your doctor, but I have learned: “You never know who is looking for information on how to make extra income or wanting to change career! As well, as who may be looking for a new place to shop!”

Another example of needing to be CREATIVE by using this method is with a friend whom I had not seen in six months. While “catching up,” I explained to her what I was doing with SFI, knowing this friend was looking for a way to bring in extra income to help her family’s finances. I was sure to mention it cost NOTHING to sign up with SFI and to work on earning VersaPoints, while trying to build the business and that she could do it on her own time, with no pressure to produce a certain amount or get fired from her job. I mentioned these things, because I knew she was under constant pressure from her current job to produce certain status at work, or she could be looking at being jobless.

My own opinion is whatever you do; you have to be creative in promoting your business. If you own a car, put a sign in one of the windows, or join TripleClicks’ Wave3 and put the sticker on your car. If you mail thank you cards through regular post, don’t forget to slip in an SFI or TripleClicks business card. Leave a business card with your tips at restaurants or other establishments. You don’t know when someone might respond.

Good Luck in getting your creative juices surging while interacting with the world around you.

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What I am about to write in response to your question about "original, creative methods...used to promote your SFI business," may not be considered original or creative by most individuals. However, when you engage in this method, you do need to be original AND creative with each individual you engage, because everyone is different in their own way.

The method I speak of is what advertisers call “warm contacting.” This means speaking with those you know. Those who are
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

Hmm! Interesting question,

I believe due to individuality, every activity in the SFI Affiliate Center is beneficial. What one person considers an overrated activity, another might view it as underrated. Our personal background, ethics, knowledge, needs, talents and experiences determines what areas of the Affiliate Center we find more beneficial and which areas we may find mundane.

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Many consider the encouragement to log in daily overrated; others, a necessity.

Ironically, I consider it both. It depends on what the basis is for the presentation and how it is presented. I am frustrated with those who tout "log in daily to get your versa points." If this were the only reason to log in daily, then it seems pointless to be doing the system.

However, when others tout "log in daily to stay up to date on news and changes in the system, and oh don't forget you get versa points along with it," it appears more educational and caring.

I struggled for awhile with the concept of "log in daily." It had to do with how it was presented and the underlying message it seemed to be sending, which was basically: "get your points," as well as personal ethics and needs.

I finally decided my needs take priority over what others were telling me. They are saying what they think to be the ideal; however, they do not know my individuality. Therefore, I made the decision that I will NOT log in daily. I believe it is irreverent to work (log in) on a Sabbath; therefore, I do not. I am very comfortable with my personal decision. Once, I made this decision, it has been simple to tune out the still constant reminders from others to log in daily, as it does not pertain to me.

However, I think it is important to log in on the rest of the work days. I view it as though I were driving to work daily.
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So, to answer your question, there is no overrated or underrated activity. Each individual benefits from each activity in different ways. It depends on how we utilize the tools given us. After all, using a screwdriver to pound in a nail is ineffective compared to using a hammer on the same nail.

Best regards.
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Hmm! Interesting question,

I believe due to individuality, every activity in the SFI Affiliate Center is beneficial. What one person considers an overrated activity, another might view it as underrated. Our personal background, ethics, knowledge, needs, talents and experiences determines what areas of the Affiliate Center we find more beneficial and which areas we may find mundane.

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Example:

Many consider the encouragement to log in daily overrated;
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

Non-responsive Sponsor: I surmise majority of SFI affiliates can relate to this question.

I have a non-responsive sponsor. I have been an affiliate since 02/2013. At the start, I made a few attempts to contact my sponsor. When I received no responses, I stopped and looked elsewhere. I chose to move forward and build my business despite him. I figured I signed on to SFI for myself, not for my sponsor. Initially, it irked me he benefits from my efforts, when he never responded to my inquiries/needs. I realized I could stifle my growth and chose to not advance in SFI so he would not benefit from my work, but this would only hurt me.

So, I chose to go forward. How did I do this? I read the lessons provided by SFI. I sought out other SFI affiliates; affiliates who were willing to assist me with my inquiries and answered my questions. I read Forum posts and participated in Ask SC. I found by reading and rating Ask SC answers, I learned about areas I needed growth in SFI. The Forum is a great place to search out help, if the subject you are looking for is not posted, you can place your own question. I also find by answering other affiliates questions it makes me more determined to learn and be of assistance to others, just as many SFI affiliates have been towards me, with the exception of my non-responsive sponsor.

Another helpful area I have found is a2a friends. When I began SFI, I had no concept of online advertising. Thanks to my a2a friends this changed. My greatest help came through an up-line affiliate. I am in her third level. I took a chance to respond to one of her emails, after no response from my sponsor. Thankfully, she responded. She continues to help me grow my business. Truthfully, I rather she be my direct sponsor, but alas, I do not have a say in this.

I also find using SFI and TripleClicks Support to be helpful. When I had some difficulties with TripleClicks orders or Pricebender Auctions and there had been a time I was not receiving points for one of the tabs on SFI; I found when I place support tickets in to the sites, they responded in a timely manner.

So, despite a non-responsive sponsor, affiliates have a chance to build their business. They simply need to make a choice. Do they want to build their own business? It is their choices of what they will do with their own business and go forward seeking out the tools, individuals, and means which will help them get to their desired destiny (goal) regardless of a non-responsive sponsor!
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Non-responsive Sponsor: I surmise majority of SFI affiliates can relate to this question.

I have a non-responsive sponsor. I have been an affiliate since 02/2013. At the start, I made a few attempts to contact my sponsor. When I received no responses, I stopped and looked elsewhere. I chose to move forward and build my business despite him. I figured I signed on to SFI for myself, not for my sponsor. Initially, it irked me he benefits from my efforts, when he never responded to
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

I have learned through personal experience, the most important thing when someone asks about SFI is to figure out WHY they are inquiring.

One person may just be curious. They may have seen you on the website or your Payoneer Card. Another individual may be interest in a second income. However, who knows, The first person might be the one who signs up, while the second decides SFI isn't for them. So, asking the inquirer questions, LISTENING to their responses, and responding appropriately are VERY important!

Above all: Be personal!

I learned: Do not just cite off facts about SFI, especially at the beginning. It typically turns people off from listening to further information. I learned from friends; people interpret this approach as someone who memorized company information for the sole purpose to hook other people into their "scam" program and the person does not really know their company. Two friends told me they run away "when a marketer begins spouting facts or numbers and can't answer my questions. This tells me they don't know the true nature of their company, but only facts given to them to regurgitate." However, citing some facts while speaking with someone asking about SFI can be helpful, just don't sound like you are reading a fact report to them and be prepared to answer further questions.

I have found it is helpful to have a knowledge base of our company (SFI), so going through the basic training, Launchpad, the Forum, reviewing Ask SC and continuing to stay up dated on company policies can help us to answer any questions about SFI on the spot. It is helpful to have this knowledge to pull from during conversations; still I let the inquirer lead with their questions and interest.

I do not have a set memorized answer about SFI, since SFI has several options on ways to earn an income. It depends on which avenue each affiliate chooses to pursue: Do you concentrate on building your team or signing up ECA? Do you focus on advertising and selling TripleClicks products or promoting PriceBender Auctions? It is the same with each inquirer. Each one has their own interest. Different aspect of SFI will appeal to each individual. This is why I recommend: Be Personal!
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I have learned through personal experience, the most important thing when someone asks about SFI is to figure out WHY they are inquiring.

One person may just be curious. They may have seen you on the website or your Payoneer Card. Another individual may be interest in a second income. However, who knows, The first person might be the one who signs up, while the second decides SFI isn't for them. So, asking the inquirer questions, LISTENING to their responses, and responding appropriately
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Affiliate since: 02/05/2013, Power Rank: 751

When I first read this question, the word convince troubled me. As I read others responses, I came to realize what was bothering me about the question.

I agree with the majority of answers I have read outlining the benefits of TripleClicks WAVE3 members: monthly free TCredits, MRP, chances to win in weekly drawings and free advertising. This is why I am a WAVE3 member myself.

However, the issue we need to remember is we (SFI) are a global system, with affiliates coming from a variety of background. Many of our affiliates may not have an automobile to be able to participate in the WAVE3 program. So, to them the spending of $2 USD; necessary to sign up in the program to gain access to the benefits would be futile, as they would not be able to complete the application process by sending in a copy of a photo of themselves with the sticker on a vehicle.

True, there are ways around this issue, such as an affiliate could find a family member or friend willing to allow them to place the sticker on their automobile; however, the likelihood of them having a family member or friend with an automobile would be very slim.

This is the reason the word convince troubled me when I first read the question. We need to remember every affiliate's circumstance is different from our own. The best we can do is educate them of the benefits of any SFI program/product (WAVE3, SO, ECA, etc.) and let them make the best decision for them self.
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When I first read this question, the word convince troubled me. As I read others responses, I came to realize what was bothering me about the question.

I agree with the majority of answers I have read outlining the benefits of TripleClicks WAVE3 members: monthly free TCredits, MRP, chances to win in weekly drawings and free advertising. This is why I am a WAVE3 member myself.

However, the issue we need to remember is we (SFI) are a global system, with affiliates coming from
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