How to Train a New Business Partner

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:TrainNewBusinessPartner
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How to Train a New Business Partner

Introduction

Bringing someone new into your business can be rough at first. As the new partner becomes more knowledgeable, things begin to run smoothly. It's easy to lose new partners at this stage, especially in network marketing businesses. So it's important to make the training period as effective and comfortable as possible. There are some things you can do to make this transition and learning process smoother for both of you.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Steps

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Step One

Let your new partner know that he doesn't need to know everything right away. Make sure he feels comfortable asking questions, even if he asks the same question over again until he fully understands.
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Step Two

Allow your new partner or team member to observe you run and operate your business. Many people are visual learners and learn by example.
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Step Three

Give her a time frame for training. Let her know when you expect her to be able to operate and do business without help. Although everyone learns at different speeds and some may require more time than others, a deadline is crucial in setting goals.
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Step Four

Encourage him to do research on his own if this is applicable to the business. Let him feel independent and if he has a different business style, encourage him to use it, as long as it's ethical and effective.
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Step Five

Provide training materials. These may vary depending the type of business, but give her something she can refer to if you're unavailable or if she wants to learn on her own time.
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Step Six

Be available to help a new partner or team member. Remember that he is ultimately there to help you.
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Step Seven

Set goals. Set either weekly or monthly goals, depending on the situation. This will help keep your new partner or member on track and hold her accountable.

Tips & Warnings

  • Keep open lines of communication.
  • Have weekly or monthly meetings to discuss any areas that your partner needs help on or any problems that need to be resolved.
  • Always be positive. No one wants to work with someone that has a negative attitude.
  • Never force your new partner to operate independently if both of you don't agree that he is ready to do so.
  • Don't assume anything; ask first.
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