Is it truly possible to meet people, share a business concept and sponsor others into your business without that face to face, "belly to belly" experience that we have been taught about our Network Marketing business? Can a person really build strong relationships using the internet?
The answer is absolutely yes, and my goal is to offer you some thoughts and ideas about using one of the most popular online methods – Message Boards, Forums and Social Networking Sites. A discussion or message forum is like a bulletin board online. It’s the “water cooler” of the Internet. It’s where people go to research, express and share ideas, share needs, etc. There are online message boards and forums for virtually anything you can think of. No need to limit yourself to just "Network Marketing" or "Home Business" forums.
To be effective online, there are a few areas you'll want to define for yourself. These include:
What is your goal?
Who is your target market?
How will you add value?
How will you develop an action plan within each group and be consistent?
When I set about defining goals around my participation in online forums it always starts with creating relationships. Meeting people online follows the same basic principles as meeting people offline. Say hello; ask questions and get your new acquaintance talking about him or herself; find common interests.
I like to picture myself as walking into a party when I enter an online forum. I may know one or two people, but that is about it. So, I walk in with the intention of meeting lots of new people and expanding my horizons.
Just as you would not walk into a party flashing a neon sign that says "Ask me about my business," you don't want to do this online either. Leave your business in the background in the beginning.
So, here is what you do.....
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EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
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Thursday, July 09, 2009
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Are You Making This Online Marketing Mistake?
Have you ever sent out an email blast; tweeted or posted a Facebook Update using your product name; company name or something about who's making how much money?
Here is a clue about your target market for your opportunity – they don’t care about your product or service; the name of your company; what big name is behind it; or who made 6 figures last year. What they care about is how it can solve a need that they have. Provide the solution to a problem, and you’ll sponsor another team partner.
It’s as simple as that, really, and yet so few people “get it.”
Instead, most internet marketers, particularly those involved in Network Marketing, spend their time talking about how great or unique their company’s product is; all of the patents it holds; and how one can make easy money in the business.
You’ve seen the ads, right?
“Make $100K in 6 months with our proven system.”
“BIG NAME promises to create more millionaires with his entrance into Network Marketing.”
“Guaranteed - $1000 in 24 hours.”
“No selling, No Sponsoring, No Meetings, No Cold Calls!”
First of all, no one believes the person who is advertising making big money quickly because we have figured out by now that the people who are making big money don’t advertise it in that way. It’s the “posers” who feel the need to blast that type of message.
Second, when one makes something look and sound so easy, who do you think it will attract? Someone who expects it to be easy and we all know that there is no short cut to true success.
Well, then, how DO you attract people to what you are offering?
You start by having a genuine conversation. You ask questions, and you get to the heart of what is most important for your prospect; what problem exists and what solution they are looking for which has you in conversation in the first place.
Success in Direct Sales/Network Marketing has little to do with the product, the compensation plan, or the big name behind the company. It has everything to do with the relationship you forge with your prospect; and the interest you take in assisting them in getting what they want.
Don’t make the mistake of projecting onto your prospects your own interests; wants and desires. It has no place in the conversation unless the prospect asks you specifically. Even then, be brief and turn the subject back to them.
Be a great communicator. Be more concerned about what your prospect will get out of your message than what you think you are saying that matters.
Before you begin a conversation, either written or spoken, get yourself into the shoes of your prospect. Feel the pain your prospect feels and communicate based on the challenges he/she faces. Communicate so that your prospect knows you “get them.” You know where they are coming from. You want them to feel identified with you. This establishes critical trust.
You want to make a connection between the desires, wants and needs of your prospect and the outcome or benefit that you are offering. The closer you can make that connection, the better. The more you will draw them in and the closer they will become to taking action.
You want to make them know that what stand between them and what it is that they want is exactly what you are offering.
Communicate that regularly and effectively to your prospects and you will become the sponsoring superstar you long to be. Your paychecks will increase and you will no longer feel the need to communicate anything to your prospect except exactly what it is he/she is looking for.
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
Here is a clue about your target market for your opportunity – they don’t care about your product or service; the name of your company; what big name is behind it; or who made 6 figures last year. What they care about is how it can solve a need that they have. Provide the solution to a problem, and you’ll sponsor another team partner.
It’s as simple as that, really, and yet so few people “get it.”
Instead, most internet marketers, particularly those involved in Network Marketing, spend their time talking about how great or unique their company’s product is; all of the patents it holds; and how one can make easy money in the business.
You’ve seen the ads, right?
“Make $100K in 6 months with our proven system.”
“BIG NAME promises to create more millionaires with his entrance into Network Marketing.”
“Guaranteed - $1000 in 24 hours.”
“No selling, No Sponsoring, No Meetings, No Cold Calls!”
First of all, no one believes the person who is advertising making big money quickly because we have figured out by now that the people who are making big money don’t advertise it in that way. It’s the “posers” who feel the need to blast that type of message.
Second, when one makes something look and sound so easy, who do you think it will attract? Someone who expects it to be easy and we all know that there is no short cut to true success.
Well, then, how DO you attract people to what you are offering?
You start by having a genuine conversation. You ask questions, and you get to the heart of what is most important for your prospect; what problem exists and what solution they are looking for which has you in conversation in the first place.
Success in Direct Sales/Network Marketing has little to do with the product, the compensation plan, or the big name behind the company. It has everything to do with the relationship you forge with your prospect; and the interest you take in assisting them in getting what they want.
Don’t make the mistake of projecting onto your prospects your own interests; wants and desires. It has no place in the conversation unless the prospect asks you specifically. Even then, be brief and turn the subject back to them.
Be a great communicator. Be more concerned about what your prospect will get out of your message than what you think you are saying that matters.
Before you begin a conversation, either written or spoken, get yourself into the shoes of your prospect. Feel the pain your prospect feels and communicate based on the challenges he/she faces. Communicate so that your prospect knows you “get them.” You know where they are coming from. You want them to feel identified with you. This establishes critical trust.
You want to make a connection between the desires, wants and needs of your prospect and the outcome or benefit that you are offering. The closer you can make that connection, the better. The more you will draw them in and the closer they will become to taking action.
You want to make them know that what stand between them and what it is that they want is exactly what you are offering.
Communicate that regularly and effectively to your prospects and you will become the sponsoring superstar you long to be. Your paychecks will increase and you will no longer feel the need to communicate anything to your prospect except exactly what it is he/she is looking for.
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
Thursday, July 02, 2009
Tools to Learn Magnetic Sponsoring
Are you frustrated by trying to learn Internet Marketing? You want to take your Network Marketing business online, but are stumped at how to actually get this done?
9 years ago, when I began the process, no one involved in Network Marketing was sharing any "secrets" on how to do it. So, I invested time and money learning from the Internet Marketing masters. These were not people involved in Network Marketing, but rather people teaching the basics skills of marketing.
It's the best thing I could have done to truly learn the system.
Today, there are several "one stop shopping" resources to learn internet marketing from Network Marketers. Mike Dillard is one of those resources.
Here is my review of his products and my story of success using the principles of solid "Internet Marketing" to build a million dollar Network Marketing business, and a substantial secondary income source along the way through Affiliate Programs.
Learn more and watch the 7 Free Video Series and see if this might be a fit for you.
Please share your feedback and comments!
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
9 years ago, when I began the process, no one involved in Network Marketing was sharing any "secrets" on how to do it. So, I invested time and money learning from the Internet Marketing masters. These were not people involved in Network Marketing, but rather people teaching the basics skills of marketing.
It's the best thing I could have done to truly learn the system.
Today, there are several "one stop shopping" resources to learn internet marketing from Network Marketers. Mike Dillard is one of those resources.
Here is my review of his products and my story of success using the principles of solid "Internet Marketing" to build a million dollar Network Marketing business, and a substantial secondary income source along the way through Affiliate Programs.
Learn more and watch the 7 Free Video Series and see if this might be a fit for you.
Please share your feedback and comments!
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
Thursday, May 08, 2008
What does it MEAN to Build a Business Online?
These are questions I am asked a lot -
What does it mean to build a business online?
What is your strategy for building online?
How much time does it take?
How do I find a business that is a fit with the internet?
All great questions, and let's go through each quickly.
Question 1 - What does it mean to build a business online?
For me, it's not buying leads; it's not placing lots of classified ads; web surfing, etc. It's putting myself out there to be found, noticed, to make contact, etc. How many people do you suppose are online any given day looking for a business? Tons! I've detailed some of my steps and my journey -
http://www.squidoo.com/mlm-online-business
Feel free to leave your comments and questions at the bottom. Let me know you were there and I'll answer any questions.
Question 2 - What is your strategy for building online?
Business building is about relationships, so I like to network with people. I'm not about blasting onto the scene and nauseating everyone with my pitch on how great my business is. Who likes that? Yuck! Instead, it's about connecting with people. One method I use is social networking. Have you tried MySpace? I know, I know -I thought it was just for teenagers, too, but boy was I wrong.
http://www.myspace.com/jackieulmer
Check it out and you'll get an idea of how the site works. If you have a page, request me as a friend and mention this blog soI know how you found me.
Another strategy I use online is creating content around things other than business that I have a passion about...such as cooking! Here is a page I created for Healthy Dinners. This is a great way to meet people outside of the business arena who might just be looking. (If you have a recipe request, leave it in the comments!)
http://www.squidoo.com/healthy-dinner-tonight
I have met some great people at Squidoo, learned a lot AND sponsored some new team partners.
Question 3 - How much time does it take? This all depends on you and your available time, but I believe 10 FOCUSED hours a week can build a solid online presence and then a solid team. Get disciplined though. You've got to be taking action steps.
Question 4 - How do I find a business that is a fit with the internet? This is a question I hear quite frequently. I recently put up a new site to teach people how to evaluate a business and how to factor in the 4 important pieces of choosing a business. Do you know what to look for in a business, once you move beyond the hype? Most people don't -
http://www.exploremybusiness.com
Have a great weekend!
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
The Street Smart Wealth Team
What does it mean to build a business online?
What is your strategy for building online?
How much time does it take?
How do I find a business that is a fit with the internet?
All great questions, and let's go through each quickly.
Question 1 - What does it mean to build a business online?
For me, it's not buying leads; it's not placing lots of classified ads; web surfing, etc. It's putting myself out there to be found, noticed, to make contact, etc. How many people do you suppose are online any given day looking for a business? Tons! I've detailed some of my steps and my journey -
http://www.squidoo.com/mlm-online-business
Feel free to leave your comments and questions at the bottom. Let me know you were there and I'll answer any questions.
Question 2 - What is your strategy for building online?
Business building is about relationships, so I like to network with people. I'm not about blasting onto the scene and nauseating everyone with my pitch on how great my business is. Who likes that? Yuck! Instead, it's about connecting with people. One method I use is social networking. Have you tried MySpace? I know, I know -I thought it was just for teenagers, too, but boy was I wrong.
http://www.myspace.com/jackieulmer
Check it out and you'll get an idea of how the site works. If you have a page, request me as a friend and mention this blog soI know how you found me.
Another strategy I use online is creating content around things other than business that I have a passion about...such as cooking! Here is a page I created for Healthy Dinners. This is a great way to meet people outside of the business arena who might just be looking. (If you have a recipe request, leave it in the comments!)
http://www.squidoo.com/healthy-dinner-tonight
I have met some great people at Squidoo, learned a lot AND sponsored some new team partners.
Question 3 - How much time does it take? This all depends on you and your available time, but I believe 10 FOCUSED hours a week can build a solid online presence and then a solid team. Get disciplined though. You've got to be taking action steps.
Question 4 - How do I find a business that is a fit with the internet? This is a question I hear quite frequently. I recently put up a new site to teach people how to evaluate a business and how to factor in the 4 important pieces of choosing a business. Do you know what to look for in a business, once you move beyond the hype? Most people don't -
http://www.exploremybusiness.com
Have a great weekend!
EXPECT Success!
Jackie Ulmer
The Street Smart Wealth Team
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