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If you're new in SFI and new to marketing, etc., how can you help a new PSA who needs guidance?

4443 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 10/2/2014 10:16 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Vilim,

One: Think positively. Just because you're new doesn't mean you. can't help your new PSA.

Two: Where there is a will there is a way. If you set your mind to helping your PSA (which is why you have come to Ask SC), you'll do whatever it takes.

Three: Lastly, you work online, right? SFI has an A1, free Marketing section. On the Internet do a search for online advertising and marketing tips, sites, etc. When I do searches I bookmark them and the sites; I find
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When starting out in SFI, is it better to invest in advertising or in an EA-qualifying purchase?

4392 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 2/20/2015 3:37 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Ana,

When I joined SFI, I didn't have too much money. I promoted my gateway links and posted what I thought were good ads on online ad sites. About one month later I started my Tcredits 125 Pack Standing Order (SO.)

I think advertising and having a SO are important, however, I can advertise for free (and I pay) while my SO costs me money.

If I have to choose one over the other, I wouldn't. If you were the size of a monster and if you threatened to break my legs,
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What do you do on a daily basis to promote your SFI business?

4362 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 11/7/2014 9:01 am

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Sandra,

The first thing I do is in the morning when I do my first check among many of my emails. I check for new PSAs and I contact them, I check for new TripleClicks ECAs, connect with them (and bookmark them) and maybe I have new TC members.

I believe in posting on social media and I never spam. I try to post different ads each time, I have a selection, and in that way I am liked and I am not a bore. I also have ads posted on free ad sites at all times.

Another
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What is the best Eager Zebra game to generate TCredits, VP, and MRP?

4287 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 9/22/2014 3:07 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Ophelia,

I like your question as I play the games, however, I play for fun or to have a break.

I have played different games, and I still do, but my favourite (how we spell it here in Canada :-) ) is Pick The Price. It's a fun and challenging game with bonuses. I am more than happy to play one Tcredit per Pick The Price auction final price prediction. If you guess the exact price, you win 100 Tcredits. Close without going over, 25 Tcredits.

I have a PTP badge without
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I have planned a local get-together for A2A affiliates. Any suggestions on what to do at the meeting?

4226 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 11/12/2014 5:12 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Jeffrey,

Your question has two sides: Will it be a get-together, something that is informal and upbeat, or will it be a stiff and maybe boring meeting?

Personally, I would plan for and choose to attend a cheery get-together at a nice but informal restaurant like a great buffet (all-you-can-eat) which should please everyone. Ask in advance, have each affiliate respond, make a reservation. Use the time during dinner to know each other and just have fun.

During i.e.
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Should I advise new PSAs to slow down and not qualify as Team Leaders so quickly?

4191 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 2/6/2015 9:30 am

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Sandra,

In my life I try not to rush anything except when I go somewhere. (I'm a really pokey eater but it's healthier to eat slow.) If I am pressed for time, I can be like a rocket.

New PSAs becoming Team Leaders early on is great for them - more (Second Home) CSAs and Tcredits, matching VP if they have EA2s on their teams...but are they ready for the responsibility? Are you ready to watch over them, guide, support and motivate them?

I think you have to know your
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How do you become a great salesman or saleswoman?

4091 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 2/6/2015 10:21 am

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Gabriela,

Sales is at the core of my being, really. I worked on the phone for 22.5 years and about 17 years of that was in sales. On top of that, in person, I worked in fast food ("Would you like a pie with that?") and I sold cookbooks door-to-door.

Regardless of the work, I was always myself. I am outgoing and a clown and I like to have fun while I work. Tell me "no", I'll still thank you for your time and say it was nice talking with you because it was.
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How can I elevate my SFI advertisements above all the competing business opportunities out there?

3982 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 2/7/2015 11:59 am

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Salvador,

I think two of the best things you can do in your ads are be honest and be interesting. I have read a ton of ads out of necessity (job and home searching to shopping.) I have seen a lot of hype (I'm saying it nicely) and so many boring ads that made me want to sleep. <Yawns>

SFI offers potential to people who truly want to work and SFI has many tools. Being free to join and other points of SFI are what I put in my ads.

I never make promises and
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What are the benefits of Pricebenders auctions that I can promote to prospects?

3964 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 1/4/2015 4:00 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Nnamdi,

Well, I will tell you what I like about bidding at Pricebenders auctions (the only auctions I participate in) and you can take it from here.

1) I don't mind spending money to have fun and buying Tcredits to bid with usually doesn't break my bank account;

2) There are good, useful things to bid on like my favourites, Tcredit Packs and PSAs;

3) As with i.e. games, every Tcredit bid earns you 1 bonus action VP (AVP are important for BTL rank and
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Why should I remain focused on my SFI business when there are other companies offering me allegedly similar opportunities?

3943 votes

Victoria Hayton, Aff (Ontario, CA) 9/17/2014 9:28 pm

Affiliate since: 07/07/2014, Power Rank: 99999999
Hi Emmanuel,

Maybe try looking at why you should stick with SFI. SFI is real, it works, it is successful and it is not a pipe dream. SFI gives you the tools to succeed-training and support. Now it is up to you to learn, work, earn, promote and succeed!

I am in SFI because I love what I do, it is my business, my hours, it is easy yet challenging and I have fun! I look forward to working in SFI.

All the best.
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