MLM Recruiting

5 Tips for Effective MLM Team Building

by Michael Taylor on April 26, 2012 · 0 comments

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Effective MLM Team Concept

MLM team building ensures your residual income. At the same time, developing a team will also provide fulfillment and a sense of accomplishment. Follow these five tips to build an unstoppable team that will reach their goals and help you to reach yours.

1) Recruit the right people

Many people who recruit distributors act as though they’re desperate to sign up anyone who says “yes.” Your job, by contrast, is to be selective about who you invite to join your team. Ask them how much cash they have to invest, how much MLM experience they have, how much time they have to dedicate and how committed they are to being successful. If you get an initial investment from someone who does not have the qualities to succeed, then you will never build your own residual income.

2) Assist them as they start their business

Remind people to regularly purchase product so that they always have inventory on-hand. Also, make sure that your members have prospects and that they know how to close sales. See that they have marketing materials, and make sure that they have an efficient way to track their leads. Investing the time to make sure that team members have the tools that they need will ensure that your downline business remains active and thriving.

3) Hold them accountable for their success

Actively call team members and follow up on their performance. Ask what they have done since they signed up, how much time they are spending on the business, whether they have purchased marketing materials and what they are doing to ensure their prospects. On the one hand, you are helping to secure your own income by helping your team to perform. On the other hand, you are helping your team members to meet their own goals.

4) Motivate them during down times

Part of MLM team building includes motivating your team members when business is sluggish. Sometimes, although people are doing all that they can, their business grows stagnant. Take the time to offer encouragement during rough patches. Express confidence in your team’s ability to achieve its objectives.

5) Give them realistic expectations

An MLM requires hard work and dedication. Let your team members know that they should invest at least 10 hours per week in the business, and let them know that they will have to make an ongoing monthly financial investment in product and promotional materials. Additionally, let your team know that making money in an MLM generally doesn’t happen for about six months and that real money takes even longer. Your downline will respect your wisdom and honesty, and they’ll be more likely to stick with the business for the long term.

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10 MLM Recruiting Tips to Bring the Right People On-board

by Michael Taylor on February 24, 2012 · 0 comments

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Not Everyone Fits, Targeting Is The Key...

Following these 10 MLM recruiting tips for effective recruiting will transform the way you bring people into your business:

1) Recruit the right people.

In many cases, your family and friends may not be the kind of people who will succeed at network marketing. Instead, you may want to go to MLM meetups, join online groups or respond to MLM questions in online forums. The prospects that you will meet already know the potential value of an MLM business and will be much more likely to succeed.

2) Focus on solving problems.

Your prospect is looking into your business opportunity because they have a problem, and you have the solution for that problem. Stay positive and focus on how you can help your prospect obtain the results that they need. Whether they want more freedom, more income or more independence, your opportunity can solve their dilemma.

3) Tell them why you are calling when you call.

Always tell people why you want to meet and why you want to connect. MLM trainer Doug Firebaugh suggests certain clarifying phrases, like, “The reason I’m calling is,” “The reason I want to share this with you is,” or “The reason I am reaching out and connecting is…” These phrases show that you respect the person’s time. They also demonstrate your belief in your opportunity.

4) When someone calls you back, have a speech ready.

Try saying, “My company is looking for people to try a few products for us. We’re also looking for people who have talent to join our business. Can we set up a time to talk, if you’re interested?” Don’t try to come up with a speech off the cuff. Preparation will make you sound professional.

5) Value your prospects’ time.

Never let an initial conversation be longer than 10 minutes, and never let an appointment go longer than 30 minutes. When you value people’s time, they will value your presentation. One of the most important MLM recruiting tips is to always look busy and engaged with your business when discussing the opportunity with others. Long meetings can make you look as though you are desperate for recruits.

6) Focus on value.

Tell the prospect how your opportunity brings them value. Try phrases like, “How this will bring value to you and your family is…” When you center your recruiting on value, people will have a clearer picture of how your opportunity will fit into their lives.

7) Don’t fear today’s economy.

Use the difficult economy to talk about why now is the time to get involved in an MLM business. Tough economic times are motivating people all over the country to start their own businesses. The opportunity that you have to offer is often exactly what people are looking for in today’s economy.

8) Focus on what you are giving, not on what you are getting.

If your focus is on getting something from your prospects, then they will sense your insincerity. Instead, focus internally on what you are giving to them. Prospects will respond more positively when they sense that your motives are genuine.

9) Become a valuable resource.

When you become a resource for people who are looking for answers, you will build credibility in their eyes. Never hesitate to offer freebies, little-known tips or other things that bring value to prospects. When they see you as an authority, they will be much more likely to respond to your offer.

10) Become the answer.

Don’t hesitate to “become the answer” as you are closing out your meeting with a prospect. Try saying, “I am the answer to what you are looking for, and I am happy to share my map with you.” If you are that passionate and that willing to stand behind your opportunity, then you will persuade people to follow in your footsteps.

 

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