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Multi-Level Marketing

Sample

Corporate Training Materials

All of our training products are fully customizable and are perfect for one day and half day workshops.

You can easily update or insert your own content to make the training more relevant to participants.

Our material is completely customizable and is backed up by a 90 day 100% no questions asked money

back guarantee!

With our training courseware you are able to:

Add your name and logo (and remove ours).

Add your own content to make the training more relevant to your clients (i.e. using examples

and case studies from within your organization or city)

Train unlimited users within your organization.

No Annual Renewal Fees

Download training material on your time from our secure servers

United States International

73 Greentree Drive, Box #68 143 Dalhousie Street, New Glasgow, NS

Dover, Delaware 19904 Canada, B2H 2P4

Toll-free:1-877-610-3660 Phone: 001-902-695-3660

Fax: 1-877-610-3661 Fax: 001-902-695-3661

[email protected] [email protected]

Any technical issues or questions can be addressed by our support team

[email protected]

Our Product Catalog contains our entire library of available and upcoming courses. Please

follow this link: http://corporatetrainingmaterials.com/product_catalog.pdf

Review our License Agreement to answer any licensing questions you may have. Please follow

this link: http://corporatetrainingmaterials.com/license_agreement.pdf

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface .............................................................................................................................................. 3

What is Courseware? ...................................................................................................................... 3

How Do I Customize My Course?...................................................................................................... 3

Materials Required ......................................................................................................................... 5

Maximizing Your Training Power ..................................................................................................... 5

Icebreakers ........................................................................................................................................ 7

Icebreaker: Friends Indeed............................................................................................................... 8

Instructor Guide Sample..................................................................................................................... 9

Sample Module: How Does Multi-Level Marketing Work ................................................................. 10

Activities.......................................................................................................................................... 19

Sample Worksheet: Personal Networks .......................................................................................... 20

Quick Reference Sheets.................................................................................................................... 21

How Does Multi-Level Marketing Work .......................................................................................... 22

Networking Marketing .................................................................................................................. 22

Certificate of Completion ................................................................................................................. 23

PowerPoint Sample............................................................................................................................ 1

Full Course Table of Contents ............................................................................................................. 5

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Preface

What is Courseware?

Welcome to Corporate Training Materials, a completely new training

experience!

Our courseware packages offer you top-quality training materials that

are customizable, user-friendly, educational, and fun. We provide your

materials, materials for the student, PowerPoint slides, and a take-

home reference sheet for the student. You simply need to prepare and

train!

Best of all, our courseware packages are created in Microsoft Office and can be opened using any

version of Word and PowerPoint. (Most other word processing and presentation programs support

these formats, too.) This means that you can customize the content, add your logo, change the color

scheme, and easily print and e-mail training materials.

How Do I Customize My Course?

Customizing your course is easy. To edit text, just click and type as you would with any document. This is

particularly convenient if you want to add customized statistics for your region, special examples for

your participants’ industry, or additional information. You can, of course, also use all of your word

processor’s other features, including text formatting and editing tools (such as cutting and pasting).

To remove modules, simply select the text and press Delete on your keyboard. Then, navigate to the

Table of Contents, right-click, and click Update Field. You may see a dialog box; if so, click “Update entire

table” and press OK.

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(You will also want to perform this step if you add modules or move them around.)

If you want to change the way text looks, you can format any piece of text any way you want. However,

to make it easy, we have used styles so that you can update all the text at once.

If you are using Word 97 to 2003, start by clicking the Format menu followed by Styles and Formatting.

In Word 2007 and 2010 under the Home tab, right-click on your chosen style and click Modify. That will

then produce the Modify Style options window where you can set your preferred style options.

For example, if we wanted to change our Heading 1 style, used for Module Titles, this is what we would

do:

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Now, we can change our formatting and it will apply to all the headings in the document.

For more information on making Word work for you, please refer to Word 2007 or 2010 Essentials by

Corporate Training Materials.

Materials Required

All of our courses use flip chart paper and markers extensively. (If you prefer, you can use a whi teboard

or chalkboard instead.)

We recommend that each participant have a copy of the Training Manual, and that you review each

module before training to ensure you have any special materials required. Worksheets and handouts are

included within a separate activities folder and can be reproduced and used where indicated. If you

would like to save paper, these worksheets are easily transferrable to a flip chart paper format, instead

of having individual worksheets.

We recommend these additional materials for all workshops:

Laptop with projector, for PowerPoint slides

Quick Reference Sheets for students to take home

Timer or watch (separate from your laptop)

Masking tape

Blank paper

Maximizing Your Training Power

We have just one more thing for you before you get started. Our company is built for trainers, by

trainers, so we thought we would share some of our tips with you, to help you create an engaging,

unforgettable experience for your participants.

Make it customized. By tailoring each course to your participants, you will find that your results

will increase a thousand-fold.

o Use examples, case studies, and stories that are relevant to the group.

o Identify whether your participants are strangers or whether they work together. Tailor

your approach appropriately.

o Different people learn in different ways, so use different types of activities to balance it

all out. (For example, some people learn by reading, while others learn by talking about

it, while still others need a hands-on approach. For more information, we suggest

Experiential Learning by David Kolb.)

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Make it fun and interactive. Most people do not enjoy sitting and listening to someone else talk

for hours at a time. Make use of the tips in this book and your own experience to keep your

participants engaged. Mix up the activities to include individual work, small group work, large

group discussions, and mini-lectures.

Make it relevant. Participants are much more receptive to learning if they understand why they

are learning it and how they can apply it in their daily lives. Most importantly, they want to

know how it will benefit them and make their lives easier. Take every opportunity to tie what

you are teaching back to real life.

Keep an open mind. Many trainers find that they learn something each time they teach a

workshop. If you go into a training session with that attitude, you will find that there can be an

amazing two-way flow of information between the trainer and trainees. Enjoy it, learn from it,

and make the most of it in your workshops.

And now, time for the training!

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Icebreakers

Each course is provided with a wide range of interactive Icebreakers. The trainer can utilize an

Icebreaker to help facilitate the beginning of the course, as it helps “break the ice” with the

participants. If the participants are new to each other, an icebreaker is a great way to introduce

everyone to each other. If the participants all know each other it can still help loosen up the

room and begin the training session on positive note. Below you will see one of the icebreakers

that can be utilized from the Icebreakers folder.

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Icebreaker: Friends Indeed

Purpose

Have the participants moving around and help to make introductions to each other.

Materials Required

Name card for each person

Markers

Preparation

Have participants fill out their name card. Then, ask participants to stand in a circle, shoulder to

shoulder. They should place their name card at their feet. Then they can take a step back. You

as the facilitator should take the place in the center of the circle.

Activity

Explain that there is one less place than people in the group, as you are in the middle and will

be participating. You will call out a statement that applies to you, and anyone to whom that

statement applies must find another place in the circle.

Examples:

Friends who have cats at home

Friends who are wearing blue

Friends who don’t like ice cream

The odd person out must stand in the center and make a statement.

The rules:

You cannot move immediately to your left or right, or back to your place.

Let’s be adults: no kicking, punching, body-checking, etc.

Play a few rounds until everyone has had a chance to move around.

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Instructor Guide Sample

On the following pages is a sample module from our Instructor Guide. It provides the instructor

with a copy of the material and a Lesson Plans box.

The key benefit for the trainer is the Lesson Plan box. It provides a standardized set of tools to

assist the instructor train that particular lesson. The Lesson Plan box gives an estimated time to

complete the lesson, any materials that are needed for the lesson, recommended activities, and

additional points to assist in delivering the lessons such as Stories to Share and Delivery Tips.

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Sample Module: How Does Multi-Level Marketing Work

Multi-level marketing, also known as MLM, is a business marketing

strategy that many companies use in order to encourage current

agents to perform while at the same time growing the team by

recruiting and training new agents. This tactic of marketing helps

boost the company’s sales force not only from the sales of the

primary agent, but also from the sales and profits of the agents they

have recruited. For many companies, it can prove to be a valuable

tool for not building revenue, but also for building their marketing

and networking circles.

Marketing is designed to bring

people into something.

Sue Naegle

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Networking Marketing

Network marketing is a type of business that is known for its part time and flexible

business practices. It is typically based on the recruit’s effort and how far they can go

with the product or service. Recruits are required to supply a low, upfront

investment, which usually covers some sort of starter kit as well as product samples.

From here, recruits are trained how to sell the product or service on their own, but

are then encouraged to recruit other sales representatives and create a “downline”. A downline is a

process in which the original employee is paid for their sales, and then receives a portion of the sales

from the people they recruit as well. As the recruited agents gain business, they can recruit

representatives as well as earn revenue on their sales, continuing the downline.

Common network marketing companies:

Avon

Mary Kay

Scentsy

Tupperware

Estimated Time 8 minutes

Topic Objective Review the definition of network marketing.

Topic Summary Network Marketing

Discuss the different characteristics of networking marketing.

Materials Required Flipchart/board, marker

Planning Checklist None

Recommended Activity

Discuss the characteristics of network marketing. Discuss the ups and downs

for its employees. When is this type of marketing successful or

unsuccessful? Write some of their answers on the board/flipchart.

Stories to Share Share any personal, relevant stories.

Delivery Tips Encourage everyone to participate.

Review Questions What makes networking marketing so different?

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Independent Agents

In multi-level marketing, an independent agent is a non-salaried employee that is

authorized to distribute and sell the company’s business or service. Because the

independent agent can sell directly to the client, they are paid their immediate profit

from the sale and will typically also earn some sort of commission from the company.

If desired, independent agents can also recruit agents to work under them and sell

the company products and services as well. However, unlike network marketing, independent agents

earn their profits from direct sales, rather than downline agents.

Common names for independent agents:

Distributors

Dealers

Franchise owners

Owners

Estimated Time 7 minutes

Topic Objective Review the definition of independent agent marketing.

Topic Summary Independent Agents

Discuss the different characteristics of independent agent marketing.

Materials Required Flipchart/board, marker

Planning Checklist None

Recommended Activity

Discuss the characteristics of independent agent marketing. Discuss the ups

and downs for its employees. When is this type of marketing successful or

unsuccessful? Write some of their answers on the board/flipchart.

Stories to Share Share any personal, relevant stories.

Delivery Tips Encourage everyone to participate.

Review Questions What companies might utilize independent agents?

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Commission-Based

Commission-based marketing is a common tool used in many sales and distribution

companies. Commission-based marketing means that the agent will receive a pre-set

portion, typically a percentage, rather than a regular salary or hourly pay. Although it

is often the most controversial form of marketing, it can prove beneficial in many

ways. Commission-based marketing can allow the agent to have flexible hours and

clients, which can help them maximize their earning potential. These agents are able to build a more

loyal and personal client base, which optimizes that the clients will return to the same agent. It also

puts pressure on members of management, because if the agent does not make a sale, not only does

the agent not get paid, but the company doesn’t get paid! Many businesses dislike using commission-

based marketing because it requires a lot of pressure and stress from the employee, which can lead to

poor performance and low sales.

Estimated Time 8 minutes

Topic Objective Review the definition of commission-based marketing.

Topic Summary Commission-Based

Discuss the different characteristics of commission-based marketing.

Materials Required Flipchart/board, marker

Planning Checklist None

Recommended Activity

Discuss the characteristics of commission-based marketing and why it can

seem controversial for many agents. Discuss the ups and downs for its

employees. When is this type of marketing successful or unsuccessful? Write

some of their answers on the board/flipchart.

Stories to Share Share any personal, relevant stories.

Delivery Tips Encourage everyone to participate.

Review Questions What companies might utilize commission-based agents?

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Agents Recruit New Agents

Similar to network marketing, one method of marketing is for currently trained

agents to go out and seek new agents to join the team. When current agents recruit

new agents to join the team, it is known as creating ‘downlines’. As these new

agents become part of the team and begin to succeed, not only do their profits

benefit the company, but they also go to the agents who recruited them. In

downlines, the recruiting agent receives some sort of stipend, usually a percentage, based on the sales

of their downline agents. Then, the new agents become part of the sales and marketing team, each

agent with his own unique talents and skills. In time, as these new agents become veteran employees,

they too can be trained in recruiting new members, and will be able to bring new agents to the team

and keep the cycle of recruitment going.

Estimated Time 7 minutes

Topic Objective Review the definition of agents recruiting agents marketing.

Topic Summary Agents Recruit New Agents

Discuss the different characteristics of agents recruiting agents marketing.

Materials Required Flipchart/board, marker

Planning Checklist None

Recommended Activity

Discuss the characteristics of agents recruiting agents marketing. Discuss the

ups and downs for its employees. When is this type of marketing successful

or unsuccessful? Write some of their answers on the board/flipchart.

Stories to Share Share any personal, relevant stories.

Delivery Tips Encourage everyone to participate.

Review Questions What is one benefit of agents recruiting other agents?

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Case Study

Joseph was talking with Amy about joining his firm and becoming one of their new

agents. Joseph was telling Amy that his company was wanting to hire ten new

agents before the end of the year to build their team. Amy expressed she did not

want to work for a company that had commission-based agents or was only

interested in creating ‘downline’ schemes. Joseph assured Amy that they were not

that kind of company and in fact they preferred to have current agents recruit new

agents in order for everyone to work together. He added that everyone made their profits and salaries

and it wasn’t shared through a network of agents. Amy was pleased to hear about that, and asked

Joseph to tell her more about the company before she signed on.

Estimated Time 6 minutes

Topic Objective Outline the How Does Multi-Level Marketing Work case study.

Topic Summary Case study

Discuss the characteristics of multi-level marketing.

Materials Required None

Planning Checklist None

Recommended Activity Discuss the outcome of the case study. What kind of marketing methods did

Amy and Joseph discuss?

Stories to Share Share any personal, relevant stories.

Delivery Tips Encourage everyone to participate.

Review Questions What concerns did Amy have about joining the company?

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Module Two: Review Questions

1. Which of the following is a common network marketing company?

a) Avon.

b) Google.

c) JC Penney.

d) Sony.

Network marketing is a marketing practice that is performed through either a single agent or

even a small group of agents and grows because of their effort and progress. Common

companies that use this method are Avon, Mary Kay, and Scentsy.

2. Network marketing companies are known for creating what?

a) Return policies.

b) Downlines.

c) Hassle-free sales.

d) Contact lists.

Network marketing companies are known for creating downlines, which reflect the use of a

‘line’ of agents and dividing profits among these agents and their recruiters.

3. Independent agents are also known as what?

a) Free agents.

b) Distributors.

c) Lone operators.

d) Rebels.

Independent agents are employees that handle almost all aspects of marketing and sales,

including obtaining their own product supplies, collecting money and referring clients. Because

of this, independent agents are often known as distributors, since they almost solely distribute

to clients themselves.

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4. How do independent agents typically earn their income?

a) From an hourly rate.

b) From a set salary.

c) From freelance work.

d) From direct sales.

Because independent agents typically handle their own supplies, sales and collection methods,

much of their profit comes from the result of direct sales. The only portions they do not keep

are returned to the company for fees, charges and company wages.

5. According to the module, commission-based marketing usually allows agents to have what?

a) High stress.

b) Holidays off.

c) Flexible hours.

d) More paid time off.

Commission-based marketing does not utilize set schedules or duties, so commission-based

agents typically benefit from flexible work day and work hours in order to achieve sales and

profits.

6. Commission-based marketing is often known as the most _______ form of marketing.

a) Controversial.

b) Lucrative.

c) Depressing.

d) Exciting.

Commission-based marketing depends on the agent to make a sale, and many agents are not

paid unless the sale is completed. Because of this, commission-based marketing is known as a

controversial form of marketing since it does not guarantee some form of pay or reimbursement

for an agent’s work and efforts.

7. When agents recruit new agents to the company, it is said to create what?

a) A high turnover rate.

b) A recruitment cycle.

c) A large office environment.

d) A buddy system.

In many companies, the marketing agents are trained on how to recruit new agents to join the

company and expand the marketing force. Over time, these newer agents are trained on how to

recruit new agents themselves. This creates a recruitment cycle of agents.

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8. Based on the sales of the ‘downline’ agent, the stipend the recruiting agent receives is typically:

a) Less than $200.

b) No more than $100.

c) A percentage.

d) Received three months after it is earned.

When current agents recruit new agents to join the team, it is known as creating ‘downlines’. As

these new agents become part of the team and begin to succeed, not only do their profits

benefit the company, but they also go to the agents who recruited them.

9. Amy said she did not want to join the company if they used what?

a) MSG in the food.

b) Commission-based marketing.

c) Undocumented workers.

d) Low hiring wages.

When Amy was speaking with Joseph about joining his company, she told him she was not

interested in working for a company that used either commission-based marketing or any form

of network marketing that used ‘downlines’ on their employees.

10. Joseph’s company was wanting to hire how many agents before the end of the year?

a) Four.

b) Eight.

c) Twelve.

d) Ten.

When Joseph was trying to recruit Amy to his team, he explained to her that the company

wanted to hire ten new agents before the end of the year to build their team – and he was

hoping she would join.

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Activities

During the facilitation of a lesson Worksheet or Handout may be utilized to help present the

material. If a lesson calls for a Worksheet or Handout it will be listed in the Lesson Plan box

under Materials Required. The trainer can then utilize the Activities folder for the

corresponding material and then provide it to the participants. They are all on separate Word

documents, and are easily edited and customized.

Below you will see the Worksheets or Handouts that are utilized during the training of the

above lesson. They are located in the Activities folder and can be easily printed and edited for

the participants.

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Sample Worksheet: Personal Networks

Use the spaces below to jot down some people in your personal networks – both at home and at work.

At work:

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

At home:

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________

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Quick Reference Sheets

Below is an example of our Quick reference Sheets. They are used to provide the participants

with a quick way to reference the material after the course has been completed. They can be

customized by the trainer to provide the material deemed the most important. They are a way

the participants can look back and reference the material at a later date.

They are also very useful as a take-away from the workshop when branded. When a participant

leaves with a Quick Reference Sheet it provides a great way to promote future business.

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How Does Multi-Level

Marketing Work

Multi-level marketing, also known as

MLM, is a business marketing strategy

that many companies use in order to

encourage current agents to perform

while at the same time growing the

team by recruiting and training new

agents. This tactic of marketing helps

boost the company’s sales force not

only from the sales of the primary

agent, but also from the sales and

profits of the agents they have

recruited. For many companies, it can

prove to be a valuable tool for not

building revenue, but also for building

their marketing and networking circles.

Networking Marketing

Network marketing is a type of business that is known for

its part time and flexible business practices. It is typically

based on the recruit’s effort and how far they can go with

the product or service. Recruits are required to supply a

low, upfront investment, which usually covers some sort of

starter kit as well as product samples. From here, recruits

are trained how to sell the product or service on their own,

but are then encouraged to recruit other sales

representatives and create a “downline”. A downline is a

process in which the original employee is paid for their

sales, and then receives a portion of the sales from the

people they recruit as well. As the recruited agents gain

business, they can recruit representatives as well as earn

revenue on their sales, continuing the downline.

Common network marketing companies:

Avon

Mary Kay

Scentsy

Tupperware

Agents Recruit New Agents

Similar to network marketing, one method of marketing is for currently trained agents to go out and seek

new agents to join the team. When current agents recruit new agents to join the team, it is known as

creating ‘downlines’. As these new agents become part of the team and begin to succeed, not only do their

profits benefit the company, but they also go to the agents who recruited them. In downlines, the

recruiting agent receives some sort of stipend, usually a percentage, based on the sales of their downline

agents. Then, the new agents become part of the sales and marketing team, each agent with his own

unique talents and skills. In time, as these new agents become veteran employees, they too can be trained

in recruiting new members, and will be able to bring new agents to the team and keep the cycle of

recruitment going.

www.corporatetrainingmaterials.com © Corporate Training Materials

Multi-Level Marketing

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Certificate of Completion

Every course comes with a Certificate of Completion where the participants can be recognized

for completing the course. It provides a record of their attendance and to be recognized for

their participation in the workshop.

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PowerPoint Sample

Below you will find the PowerPoint sample. The slides are based on and created from the

Instructor Guide. PowerPoint slides are a great tool to use during the facilitation of the

material; they help to focus on the important points of information presented during the

training.

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Full Course Table of Contents

Preface ..............................................................................................................................................7

What is Courseware? ......................................................................................................................7

How Do I Customize My Course?......................................................................................................7

Materials Required .........................................................................................................................9

Maximizing Your Training Power .....................................................................................................9

Module One: Getting Started ........................................................................................................... 11

Housekeeping Items...................................................................................................................... 11

The Parking Lot............................................................................................................................. 12

Workshop Objectives .................................................................................................................... 12

Module Two: How Does Multi-Level Marketing Work ....................................................................... 13

Networking Marketing .................................................................................................................. 13

Independent Agents ...................................................................................................................... 14

Commission-Based........................................................................................................................ 15

Agents Recruit New Agents ........................................................................................................... 16

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 17

Module Two: Review Questions ..................................................................................................... 17

Module Three: Building a Contact List............................................................................................... 18

Leverage Personal Networks ......................................................................................................... 18

Warm Lists ................................................................................................................................... 19

Internet Lead Generation .............................................................................................................. 19

Purchasing Lead Lists .................................................................................................................... 20

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 20

Module Three: Review Questions ................................................................................................... 21

Module Four: Recruiting New Agents I.............................................................................................. 21

Draw on Personal and Professional Network .................................................................................. 22

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Recruit Satisfied Customers ........................................................................................................... 22

Recruit Those Who Seek Work Flexibility ........................................................................................ 23

Stress Benefits of Being Agent ....................................................................................................... 23

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 24

Module Four: Review Questions..................................................................................................... 24

Module Five: Recruiting New Agents II ............................................................................................. 25

Invitation to Marketing Presentation ............................................................................................. 25

Focus Presentation on Benefits ...................................................................................................... 26

Showcase Success Stories .............................................................................................................. 26

Provide Several Presentation Media ............................................................................................... 27

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 27

Module Five: Review Questions ..................................................................................................... 28

Module Six: Training MLM Agents .................................................................................................... 28

Sponsorship/Mentorship ............................................................................................................... 29

Provide Training in Marketing ....................................................................................................... 30

Provide Training in Recruitment..................................................................................................... 30

Provide Ethics Training .................................................................................................................. 31

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 31

Module Six: Review Questions ....................................................................................................... 32

Module Seven: Sponsorship/Mentorship .......................................................................................... 32

Pair New Agents with Mentors ...................................................................................................... 33

Benefits of Sponsorship/Mentorship to Mentee .............................................................................. 33

Benefits of Sponsorship/Mentorship to Mentor............................................................................... 34

Best Mentorship Practices ............................................................................................................. 34

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 35

Module Seven: Review Questions................................................................................................... 35

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Module Eight: Provide Marketing Presentation Training ................................................................... 36

Provide Training in Presentations................................................................................................... 36

Provide Copies of Marketing Presentation ...................................................................................... 37

New Recruits Practice Presentation................................................................................................ 37

Offer Marketing Resources ............................................................................................................ 38

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 38

Module Eight: Review Questions .................................................................................................... 39

Module Nine: Provide Social Media Training ..................................................................................... 39

Social Media is Key to Networking! ................................................................................................ 40

Websites and Blogs....................................................................................................................... 40

Facebook and Twitter ................................................................................................................... 41

LinkedIn ....................................................................................................................................... 41

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 42

Module Nine: Review Questions..................................................................................................... 42

Module Ten: Provide Training in Recruitment ................................................................................... 43

Building a Contact List................................................................................................................... 43

Leveraging Personal and Professional Networks ............................................................................. 44

Provide Presentation/ “Elevator speech” Training ........................................................................... 44

Discuss Follow-up ......................................................................................................................... 45

Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 46

Module Ten: Review Questions ...................................................................................................... 46

Module Eleven: Provide Ethics Training ............................................................................................ 47

MLM and Bad Rap for Ethics.......................................................................................................... 47

Only Follow-up if Opted-In............................................................................................................. 48

Keeping the Sales Pitch Honest ...................................................................................................... 48

Keep Expectations Realistic ........................................................................................................... 49

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Case Study.................................................................................................................................... 50

Module Eleven: Review Questions.................................................................................................. 51

Module Twelve: Wrapping Up .......................................................................................................... 52

Words from the Wise .................................................................................................................... 53

Review of Parking Lot.................................................................................................................... 54

Lessons Learned ........................................................................................................................... 55

Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations ................................................................................... 56