Building your network marketing business doesn’t have to be hard, but it does take work. And just like any task worth doing, there are ways you can make it easier on yourself. If you’re looking to grow your network marketing business quickly and effectively, these are your non-negotiables!

Put In The Time

You can’t build a successful network marketing business with an occasional social media post or a few minutes a week. You’ve got to put in the time if you expect results.

We can’t tell you exactly how much time you’ll need to succeed, but many successful network marketers say 10 hours a week is a good goal.

No need to be intimidated, though! You can work up to this amount of time as you start to see success and make back your initial investment. You can do the work in 15-minute increments as you’re waiting for your kids at school, or commuting to and from your day job. But no matter how or when you do the work -- you’ve got to do the work.

Traktivity’s Win The Day dashboard makes this simple. We calculate your daily call list based on your work hours, so your to-do list is always ready when you are.

Build Your Brand

Some of your customers and prospects will come to you because they’re interested in your product, but many, many more will come because they’re drawn to your story. Successful network marketers have gained freedom, and that’s very attractive, especially to people who know they want something more from their lives.

The reality is, your network marketing business isn’t only about the business -- it’s about the lifestyle it allows you to lead. This is your biggest selling point. No matter how much you love your products, we’re guessing you love your lifestyle more.

By building your personal brand and sharing your lifestyle with friends, prospects, and your network, you’re sowing seeds for other people who want the same thing. You’re creating something that they’ll want to be a part of, and that’s a more attractive recruiting tool than any pitch, speech, or video.

Mention It Everywhere

You don’t need to be obnoxious, but find a simple, easy way to work your business into your conversations. After all, people talk about their jobs all the time. Your job just happens to be in direct sales.

As you advance in your business, the words you use might change, but figure out what sounds right to you, and have a short and simple explanation at the ready.

A neighbor asks why you’re able to attend all of your kid’s baseball games -- “Don’t you have to work?”

Tell her your job lets you work from anywhere and put your family first.

A friend admires your new boots. "Those must have been pricey!"

Tell her you received a bonus from your network marketing business, and were able to treat yourself.

Talking about your business doesn’t mean you’re constantly pitching or trying to sell - you’re just reminding people of what you do and the good things your job has brought to your life.

Leverage Referrals

A hidden secret of success in network marketing is to ask your happy customers for referrals. If they’ve loved your products, wouldn’t they want to share it with a friend?

Get in the habit of regularly asking your top customers to put you in contact with a friend or two who might also love the products. Be sure you handle these referrals professionally - give credit to the friend who referred you, and explain why that person thought the new contact would be interested.

Make sure you keep track of your best-referring customers. If you see a trend in successful referrals, it’s time to have a serious conversation with that client about becoming a part of your team!

Keep Expanding Your Network

The more people you know, the more you’re able to share your story and your business. So it’s absolutely critical to keep expanding your network, meeting new people, and following up with these prospects.

Not sure where to start? Here are 10 ways to create new connections.

As your business grows, it's more and more important to meet new people who haven't heard your story or discovered the opportunity you want to share. Don't let this task slide to the back burner!

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