Affiliate since: 12/05/2015, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Warren's 21 other Ask SC answers

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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Affiliate since: 10/05/2011, Power Rank: 428 | Read Francis's 105 other Ask SC answers

This is a subject that comes up quite often and this in itself suggests communication is an essential ingredient for both team leadership and team membership.

Communication is important in all aspects of our lives and when it comes to online work such as SFI, where there is little or no face-to-face interaction, one has to make use of the various resources of correspondence at our disposal to share ideas and also help others.

A problem, an idea or message that cannot be shared or communicated is as good as unopened gift box. The gift is of no use until it gets out of the box!

Among others, the various power tools for communication at SFI include:

1. PSA, CSA mailer and Genealogy.
2. Email.
3. Contact phone numbers, where available.
4. E-cards.
5. Live chat.
6. Forum.
7. Stream
8. ASK SC.
9. a2a.
10. SFI Support service.

You can emphasise to your affiliates that by making use of these tools they cannot only get answers to their problems but also help to address the concerns of their team members and learn from the experience and knowledge of fellow affiliates.

As an example, let us say one is very good at recruiting new PSAs. Even if there are hundreds of PSAs in the team, if the team leader does not correspond with them from the time they join (starting with a welcome message), the chances are that most of them will remain inactive. Of course there will be some PSAs who are self-motivated and can proceed with little help from the sponsor.

Another example is of a team leader who fails to reply to questions from PSAs or CSAs. In this case the team members may feel ignored and fear that their success is being exploited.

To summarise, communication is key to both learning and team bonding for the success of both the leader and the members.



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This is a subject that comes up quite often and this in itself suggests communication is an essential ingredient for both team leadership and team membership.

Communication is important in all aspects of our lives and when it comes to online work such as SFI, where there is little or no face-to-face interaction, one has to make use of the various resources of correspondence at our disposal to share ideas and also help others.

A problem, an idea or message that cannot be shared
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Affiliate since: 07/05/2024, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Nafisa's 286 other Ask SC answers

Communication is undoubtedly a two way process and unless there is feedback, your message may not be relayed accurately or understood. This is one of the worse case scenario with affiliates who have the language barrier. However, SFI has simplified this as much as possible with the Sub-Category in the Forum where you are able to converse with your country's nationals in your chosen language.

I have the advantage of being able to converse in a series of languages, some are fluent and some help me get my point across without much difficulty. Therefore as a leader, I explain in the language that the affiliate is most comfortable with. I have also discovered an alternative to overcome the language barriers.

There are specific smart phone applications that help you translate from one language to another using simplified phrases and I try to use this. Google also provides this facility and I make sure that I listen to the pronunciation of the words to enable me to speak better than a novice. I place a lot of importance on communications and therefore I want to be sure that the affiliate has understood.

I pass on useful threads from the Forum to the affiliates that will help them appreciate the importance of communications. Keep the line of communication open for them to reach you easily and this is probably the best example to show them how to do it.
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Communication is undoubtedly a two way process and unless there is feedback, your message may not be relayed accurately or understood. This is one of the worse case scenario with affiliates who have the language barrier. However, SFI has simplified this as much as possible with the Sub-Category in the Forum where you are able to converse with your country's nationals in your chosen language.

I have the advantage of being able to converse in a series of languages, some are fluent and
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Affiliate since: 04/16/2015, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Darlene's 14 other Ask SC answers

Express to them that continuous communications is what has built great nations. That not communicating is what has cause many failures in relationships, on jobs, and public interactions.

Send e-Cards stating that they can contact you by SFIM or give them your phone number in case they need to reach you right away.

Let them know that when they succeed your succeed and that you'd be more than happy to assist them.

Communication through Stream, the Furom, Team Mail and your blog. Let them know that you have a blog and team newsletter they can view for helpful information.

Use both these direct and indirect communications above will help to Guide them through their first months in the business.
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Express to them that continuous communications is what has built great nations. That not communicating is what has cause many failures in relationships, on jobs, and public interactions.

Send e-Cards stating that they can contact you by SFIM or give them your phone number in case they need to reach you right away.

Let them know that when they succeed your succeed and that you'd be more than happy to assist them.

Communication through Stream, the Furom, Team Mail
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Affiliate since: 11/06/2015, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Sasi's 2 other Ask SC answers

In fact this could be one of best thing in order get success in SFI business

A good communication lead to real improvements in Affiliate motivation, productivity and profitability.

Explain to them your personal experience that you gain from good communication with your leads.

Discus with them honestly the importance of communication in SFI business. Keep it alive and encourage them their best communication method.

By asking questions and really listening to the responses so you understand how each person can feels about SFI business.

Encourage them to come to you by creating a true environment in which they feel comfortable honestly and openly voicing.

Pick up the phone once in a while and make a video call. Better yet, if possible take a little walk and talk to your Affiliate face-to-face and discuss marketing strategies and the best of SFI.

Leads take a step forward and need to create an environment that's understanding of, and sensitive to, the needs of all their Affiliates, no matter what their culture or religion, and providing sensitivity training to help members gain a better understanding.

Apart from these give good feedback, encourage and motivate them time to time.




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In fact this could be one of best thing in order get success in SFI business

A good communication lead to real improvements in Affiliate motivation, productivity and profitability.

Explain to them your personal experience that you gain from good communication with your leads.

Discus with them honestly the importance of communication in SFI business. Keep it alive and encourage them their best communication method.

By asking questions and really listening
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

A good question,

In this business communication is an important strategy that ultimately leads us forward as a team, unfortunately, some are good at communicating, whilst others are not.

Myself, I fall into the latter group though I will always try to communicate with my team as often as I can, outside influences permitting.

That is why I recently introduced some group training in communication skills, so far I have sent 4 group mails with 4 lessons on communication skills out to all of my team but so far I have had no feedback, but I remain optimistic that there will be at least one that wants to see more.

I think under the circumstances my friend that the best option is to stay focused on what you want to achieve with the business and openly communicate with your team, some will reply, some will not, but don't let it steal your thunder, as long as you continue to do your part, you are a winner, whatever happens.
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A good question,

In this business communication is an important strategy that ultimately leads us forward as a team, unfortunately, some are good at communicating, whilst others are not.

Myself, I fall into the latter group though I will always try to communicate with my team as often as I can, outside influences permitting.

That is why I recently introduced some group training in communication skills, so far I have sent 4 group mails with 4 lessons on communication
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Affiliate since: 12/10/2013, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Zulfikar's 41 other Ask SC answers

Good question. Effective Communication is significant for the team-building in SFI. Communication serves as a foundation for planning. Organizing also requires effective communication with others about their tasks. Similarly team leaders must communicate effectively with their team members so as to achieve the team goals. Thus, we can say that "effective communication is a building block of successful organizations, like SFI. In other words, communication acts as organizational blood.

So you can inform these summary to your affiliates:

1, Communication promotes motivation by informing and clarifying the affiliates about the task to be done, the manner they are performing the task, and how to improve their performances.

2, Communication is a source of information to the SFI members for decision-making process as it helps identifying and assessing alternative course of actions.

3, Communication also plays a crucial role in altering individual's attitudes, i.e, a well informed individual will have better attitude than a less-informed individual. An effective communication between SFI team members help in moulding affiliates' attitudes.

4, Communication also helps in socializing.

5, Communication also assists in controlling process.

Thus an effective communication system in a team is very important. Wish this summary could help.
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Good question. Effective Communication is significant for the team-building in SFI. Communication serves as a foundation for planning. Organizing also requires effective communication with others about their tasks. Similarly team leaders must communicate effectively with their team members so as to achieve the team goals. Thus, we can say that "effective communication is a building block of successful organizations, like SFI. In other words, communication acts as organizational blood.

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Affiliate since: 03/17/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Jenny's 112 other Ask SC answers

Good communication is the lifeblood of any business! I emphasize good communication because you can have communication that fails to get your point across or communication where everyone is talking but no one is listening. Listening is vital. You need to hear and understand what your team member is saying. If you are not sure that you are getting the correct information, you need to ask questions.
You also need to be courteous. If you get an email from a team member who needs help, respond promptly. Be polite with your responses. Always be honest with your team. If you are unsure of the answer, tell them and let them know that you will find the correct answer.
You are their team leader, not their boss. If you give them the information that they need to make a decision and they choose a different option, respect their decision. If they find that they have made a mistake, never, ever say, "I told you so!" Those are four words that no one ever wants to hear!
Make sure that you have a positive attitude. Offer encouragement and praise. Recognize important events in their lives. If you need to offer constructive criticism, make sure that you find something to praise them for because as Mary Poppins said, "A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down!"
I learned how important communication is from my sponsor and I follow his example.
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Good communication is the lifeblood of any business! I emphasize good communication because you can have communication that fails to get your point across or communication where everyone is talking but no one is listening. Listening is vital. You need to hear and understand what your team member is saying. If you are not sure that you are getting the correct information, you need to ask questions.
You also need to be courteous. If you get an email from a team member who needs help,
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Affiliate since: 04/13/2012, Power Rank: 99999999 | Read Andrew's 330 other Ask SC answers

Have yourself a parable.

A Parable for those who don't know is an object lesson or story that tells your message in a way the person reading or listening can best understand. People like to see how something applies to their lives and the narrative will help to understand exactly that.

Example:

With SFI you are a business owner and you have two choices for starting your business.
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Choice One is to start it alone, go through the process finding your own way and learning as you go how to learn the things vital to your business success.

If on this path you meet failures you alone must be responsible for picking yourself back up, dusting off the ashes, and continuing on. It's a lonely road and there is constant danger because your own mind will often be your worst enemy telling you that you can't instead of showing you that you can.

Choice Two is to start your business like joining a franchise. You can accept the help of your sponsor including things like e-mail and phone support and additional training materials and business tools. They can walk with you through setting up your business and becoming profitable.

When you hit points of failure which will happen with both options you will not be alone. A call or e-mail to your sponsor will help you pick up the pieces, decide a new plan of action, get motivated, and try again. You will never be truly alone, and they will always be there to help you find the tools you need to succeed.

The forum and training areas can only go so far, in the end you need someone who understands you and can relate to your situation to help guide you. The way to get that is through constant communication with your team both upline and downline.
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Using a parable or narrative to show the positive and negative effects of a situation puts the solution on personal terms and makes it real to the recipient. There is no training tool more powerful besides personal experience itself as this will guide the person towards choosing the right path to experience while giving them that freedom to make their own choice.
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Have yourself a parable.

A Parable for those who don't know is an object lesson or story that tells your message in a way the person reading or listening can best understand. People like to see how something applies to their lives and the narrative will help to understand exactly that.

Example:

With SFI you are a business owner and you have two choices for starting your business.
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Choice
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Affiliate since: 12/31/1969, Power Rank: 99999999

I think that because so many of the sign-ups are only exploring opportunities rather than joining with a ready-to-go mentality, we perceive this means that they are not interested in communicating.

For those that DO take interest, and log-in, there are other potential obstacles to communication such as schedule, level of seriousness, language, level of feeling independent, etc..

When you send your Team mail, or even E-Cards, include questions that invite a response. Ask them about their family, outside jobs, hobbies, etc.. People like to talk about themselves. Let the exchange be friendly and start to build a relationship. For many, it's just a trust factor.
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I think that because so many of the sign-ups are only exploring opportunities rather than joining with a ready-to-go mentality, we perceive this means that they are not interested in communicating.

For those that DO take interest, and log-in, there are other potential obstacles to communication such as schedule, level of seriousness, language, level of feeling independent, etc..

When you send your Team mail, or even E-Cards, include questions that invite a response. Ask them
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