A couple of blog posts ago I wrote a post called “OK, I’M CALLING MY PROSPECTS…..NOW WHAT DO I SAY” where I introduced two relationship building formats called FORM and CAPI. These are great tools when you use them and it sets a comfortable ambiance for you and your prospects.
Now these aren’t the only two tools out there. There are a plethora of formats that are similar to these two. By the use of these formats it shows how well you build relationships and how successful you are. Just about all of your MLM leaders use some form related to these two tools.
The problem is there are those that claimed to be successful, but yet do not use anything related to these tools to build great relationships. So can you really call them a real, true leader if they don’t use any of these tools? Is it true that they are successful?
Now if you been in network marketing for a while you know that there are certain characteristics of a true successful network marketer. Like anything, there are certain rules that someone would follow to be successful in this industry.
For those new network marketers in the industry I encourage you to read my post on the two relationship building tools I mentioned. I also came up with a list of things to be cautious of:
1. If someone tells you they’ve been in the business over 10 + years, but yet do not use a similar tool as FORM or CAPI to build a relationship with you.
2. If they ask you what you’re goals are or your why for starting a home business and you tell them, they’ll say you’re goals or why are wrong (This is bad coaching)
3. If they’re trying to sell you who they are by telling you how much they make
4. If they bash your online business after you tell them what business you’re in
5. If they don’t show any type of concern to help you with your business
6. If they volunteer to tell you how much their company gross and about their retention rate
7. If their only concern is to convince you to join their company
8. If they been in the industry for 10+ years, but yet are close-minded to other marketing strategies
These are some of my experiences in dealing with people that say they have reach a lot of success and are earning residual but yet their leadership characteristics do not show for it. If they don’t use any of the relationship building techniques similar to FORM and CAPI when they first talk with you, then you can honestly say that their “Success” is questionable.
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If you’re looking to take your business to the next level or are looking to start a home business, the best thing to do is to educate yourself. The problem is most people like to jump into an opportunity without being educated on the business or their compensation plan. This can result in years and years of failure. What I offer you is guidance so that you can become successful no matter what business you’re in.
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Sherman Smith
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July 14, 2010 at 1:10 am
Marcus Baker
Agree Sherman. I think if one listens to one’s instinct one will know if the person you are speaking to is authentic or not. The signs you describe are all good signposts to help one make a decision.
~Marcus
July 14, 2010 at 1:19 am
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July 14, 2010 at 4:21 am
Sherman Smith
Thanks for the comment Marcus! We heard of negative that knock down your dreams, but I think people like this take the cake. It’s sad that we have people like this within our industry that makes network marketing look bad. But at least there are people like us that give it a positive facade.
July 14, 2010 at 12:06 pm
Peter R Fuller
Hey Sherman
Both FORM and CAPI are great ways to start and control a conversation.
It really comes down to listening to your prospect and identifying their needs and wants.
I have had many “successful” people contact me and the first word out of their mouth is their opportunity. I am polite but their approach always leaves me with doubts.
Thanks Sherman, some very useful info
July 14, 2010 at 5:16 pm
Sherman Smith
Thanks for the comment Peter! It’s crazy that some people do not have integrity, but at least we can point it out.
July 14, 2010 at 6:02 pm
Jacqueline McGinnis
You are so right Sherman. If I heard any of the the things you listed, I would be quickly looking for another person to sponsor me. And if you are new to network marketing, please heed Sherman’s advice and avoid these statement with your prospects.
JacquelineMcGinnis.com
July 14, 2010 at 9:27 pm
sksmith
Jacqueline you don’t know how many times I ran into people like this. A newbie could easily get caught up with their pitches, and it’s very sad that they would stoop down this low and do this to people. I hope all the newbies will read this blog or another blog like this so that they don’t get caught up in their lies. Thanks for the comment Jacqueline!!!
July 14, 2010 at 10:37 pm
Charlie Holles
Good points Sherman. That sounds like someone who is just not listening and that should be the first quality of a successful network marketer.
Charlie Holles
July 17, 2010 at 6:10 am
sksmith
You’re absolutely right Charlie. If you’re not asking the right question and more importantly listening, you’re going to have a really hard time selling anything to anybody. Thanks for your comment!!!