Long Lasting Relationships, Network Marketing & YOU!

Did you know that the relationships you create are directrly related to your success? Building long lasting relationships is one the most prevailing skills that you can acquire when it comes to expanding your business. There's no getting around it, building relationships is a 'must' in order to be successful in network marketing. They can be strong, substancial, ongoing connections or superficial, poor unfulfilling ones...the decision is within you depending on the degree of success you would like to have.

So let's take a look at the FIVE KEY INGREDIENTS TO BUILDING LONG, LASTING RELATIONSHIPS...

Ingredient #1: Be Genuine, Be Truthful, Be YOURSELF

There is so much to be said for being yourself. Don't try to be someone you are not. When you are genuine, it's natural and easy to be honest with others as well as yourself. It's very easy to craft meaningful relationships this way and people can feel & sense you are sincere & trustworthy.

When you do not let things take place in a heartfelt and natural way, then you are establishing & forming phony connections right out of the gate. This is not the way you want to start building your network marketing business so be genuine and be yourself. Don't tell them what they want to hear, tell them how it really is. People will appreciate you much more.

Ingredient #2: Share Valuable Content & Give Helpful Information

It absolutely annoys the heck out of me when I notice people pushing their business opportunities on the social media sites. Folks on Facebook & Twitter are the main offenders of this. They are constantly spamming their opportunities almost guaranteeing success in a matter of weeks if you enroll with them. This absolutely makes me laugh. I don't think they understand that their desperation is an immediate deterrent and has been their biggest obstacle.

Wouldn't it be much more appealing to come from a place of GIVING? You want to offer solutions and enhance value to others. Be giving of specific information and know-how that will help and assist other's in becoming successful. People like to bond and join up with other people that can lead them in their journey to grow both personally and financially. You should position yourself to be the person that will guide them. Express that you can make a positive difference in their life and they will instinctively be attracted to you.

Ingredient #3: Be An Excellent Listener

Everyone knows how annoying it is to have someone constantly trying to interject with THEIR thoughts before you have finished with yours. It's irritating, correct? Teach yourself to listen first, speak last. You have one mouth and two ears so you should be listening twice as much as you are speaking.

It is effortless to know what other's are really saying when you actually liten to them. You can figure out their wants, needs, likes, and dislikes without them having to spell it out for you. Ask questions about THEM and you'll see how much they like to share. Sit back and listen without interruption. People love to talk about themselves. You will find that they will naturally inform you of what it is they are wanting to do. Focus and listen to the message they are conveying you. They will appreciate your undivided attention especially in this world of multi-tasking, cell phones and texting. They will recall that you paid attention to them and that you were connected to them emotionally.

Ingredient #4: Establish Trust

Trust is the whole enchilada...lol. Without it you don't have a leg to stand on! This goes for almost anything in life. Trust is the heart, soul and foundation for everything you do and this is relevant to network marketing as well. I am sure you have heard this time & time again. People do not join companies, businesses or opportunities. PEOPLE join PEOPLE...end of story! Your trust is critical for building strong lasting relationships.

Any prospect is going to need to feel that they can trust you to escort them down the right path. They want to feel that you are genuinely concerned about their success and that you will be there for them. When they recognize this it is usually painless for them to want to partner up with you.

Ingredient #5: Deliver What Is Promised

Building a relationship and creating trust is so essential. This accurately depicts your character and level of integrity. Back up your promise and make sure you take action. If you don't desire to follow through, don't make that obligation. This is an absolute deal breaker and relationship killer. If you promised to launch an email that day, you better make sure it is in their inbox. If you say will call them on Tuesday at 10:00 am, you better call them on Tuesday at 10:00 am and be on time , if not ahead of schedule. Keep your word. Do What You Say & Say What You Mean!

When you grasp this simple recipe to Building Long Lasting Relationships, you will quickly come to the conclusion that folks will join you in your business because you have built a relationship with them that is genuine and honest. It will be evident that you are bringing great value to them and are committed to your word. This is the real basis why some are triumphant in enjoying lasting relationships, building their businesses and meeting their goals (collectively) while other's are still out there trying to pass off their business opportunity on anyone they can get their hands on.