What Makes A Good Network Marketing Distributor?
Although personalities, styles and skill levels differ from person to person, there are some common traits that make a good network marketing distributor. These traits can be learned and adopted by anyone, which is good news for any MLM distributor hoping to build a successful network marketing business.
The Traits of a Good Network Marketing Distributor
The first trait of a good distributor is motivation. A distributor’s motivation has a direct effect on the quantity and quality of effort they will put forth to build their business. To assess the motivation of a potential distributor, begin by asking about their long range goals or dreams. Determine what it is that they are hoping to accomplish by entering the business. Is this long range goal substantial enough to keep them moving forward over a long period of time, or is it something that could easily be disregarded. It is important to understand the reasons why a person is considering joining your business. There may come a time when you need to tap into that reason to help spur that person to continue moving forward when they get discouraged.
The next characteristic is commitment. How committed is this prospective distributor to seeing their business through. Statements like: “I thought I would give this a try” show a lack of commitment, since running a business is a long term proposition. A person with a high degree of commitment will readily articulate their belief that this business is the key to unlocking their dreams, goals and aspirations. A good network marketing distributor displays this level of commitment, because they have a core belief in what they are doing. This deep rooted belief keeps them from being knocked off course by those who are critical and skeptical. Without a deep rooted commitment, the distributor will give up before they have truly given the business their best effort.
Being teachable is another common characteristic found in good distributors. A person who is teachable will not only absorb the information that is given to them, but they will turn around and apply it. Because you are always going to be seeking greater levels of productivity from your organization year after year, this becomes one of the most critical elements in your team members. Being teachable is most often exhibited through the types of question a distributor asks. Look for those who are continually asking “how to” questions, but more importantly look closer at those who implement the answers they receive. For you to receive the maximum leverage benefit from your team, it is important that they be able to function on their own. Those who implement what they are taught, truly are learning to operate independently and in time they will be some of your greatest assets.
The final characteristic is influence. What level of influence does this person exert on those around them. A person to whom others readily seek out for advice, counsel and other matters of guidance can be tremendous additions to your team. Simply observing how a person interacts in social settings, can tell you a great deal about the level of influence they have. One highly influential person can make the difference between a “good” business and a “great” business.
