It is important to make affiliates understand that they need to communicate well within SFI and externally. It will help affiliates understand what other affiliates are saying. It also means that they can express their own needs and concerns. The importance of communication skills can be seen when good, quality communication occurs that prevents misunderstandings, miscommunication and conflict. It produces productive work and performance that will ultimately affect your and their SFI business commissions/profits.
A vital part of communication is making affiliates feel understood and valued. Campaigns can help boost morale and give affiliates an opportunity to feel recognized and valued. When there is a strong morale, affiliate retention will tend to be high.
The specific communication skills which are most important are to understand that it may be helpful to understand basic communication patterns which are already occurring. Pay attention to what is said when communicating to others and pay equal attention to the person's response. Don't ignore nonverbal cues and other cues such as affiliates ignoring messages, ignoring team mails, lack of logging in, not reaching VP or rank, and other signs of boredom or frustration. These are signs that communication needs to be enhanced.
Getting affiliates to have a team spirit and to feel valued is important. Clear, direct language can assist affiliates feel like they are working towards a common goal. The right words can boost group morale. Emphasize the team purpose and have frequent feedback sessions to avoid conflicts and negative feelings/morale.
You need to recognize that communication is not just about speaking or listening but includes different forms of verbal and non-verbal communication. Effective communication boosts morale, builds trust and creates a more focused and effective successful team of affiliates.
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It is important to make affiliates understand that they need to communicate well within SFI and externally. It will help affiliates understand what other affiliates are saying. It also means that they can express their own needs and concerns. The importance of communication skills can be seen when good, quality communication occurs that prevents misunderstandings, miscommunication and conflict. It produces productive work and performance that will ultimately affect your and their SFI business commissions/profits.
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