Build a Strong Direct Sales Downline Team with 5 Simple Tips
One of the best parts of being in direct sales is the fact
that you can recruit, train and motivate a team that works for you not only
building their own little empire, but helping to boost yours as well. It's the
number one reason many direct sellers concentrate so hard at recruiting a team
of their own.
If you are a team leader, you'll find that you must build
firm alliances with team members. Not doing so would only risk losing them all
together. You need to build up a solid relationship that will benefit you both.
How can you make certain your team is feeling included and
supported, but still maintain some sense of balance within your own life and
business? It can be demanding trying to provide support to everyone (especially
if you have a large team). Follow these five ideas for sustaining a supportive
and good connection with your team:
1. Begin well. New recruits are a little scared, excited and
uncertain--all at once! Make sure they have all their questions answered and
know what to do to take the fear out of this new endeavor.
Don't wait to communicate once she gets her kit. Start the
training and mentoring the minute she signs up. You can do this easily via
email or texting. Don't make it a monumental task; just be sure to touch base
frequently.
3. Even if you have a personal website for your business,
make a team website. It is great for communication. You can post new members,
meeting dates and updates, etc. Your team can check it at their convenience and
it keeps everyone connected.
4. Meeting and personal conferences with your team are
essential. You should hold group meetings or even tele-meeting (everyone can
dial in at a certain time and you can conduct business, answer questions, etc.)
These are great and convenient, but be sure to at least have quarterly meetings
and see your team in person. It makes a difference.
Bottom line...communicate, communicate, communicate! Your
team needs to know you are there for them and that you care about them. They'll
be more likely to stay in business, work hard and stay motivated if you do
these simple things.
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