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luvtravel
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# Posted: 1 Oct 2007 06:28
What is happening is that people with other businesses who have worked hard to make a sale are seeing better results with GRN, There was a lady who is with LLI she said she worked for 14 months but, after about 4 days with GRN and a system we use she made a Platinum sale she was absolutely delighted.
We welcome all heavy hitters from other companies, YTB, LLI, Coastal, to look into this business and the systems we use, I can send you recordings that explains it and is easy to understand, one explains the product and the other the Payplan.
Folks, I have been in the travel industry for over 12 years I have been with another company BUT once I got into this business I can see that there is absolutely no comparison.
Those with timeshares or thinking about buying timeshares or who already sell timeshares you will be so surprised when you see what we offer and compare it, again no comparison GRN outshines them all.
Why am I this excited? Look at our site, listen to the recordings and you will see why I am this excited.
Terri
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wfh123
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# Posted: 1 Oct 2007 14:07
Hi,
I'm a new kid in the block , have been thinking about GRN more than 1 week I believe (read: so... excited but not ready to decide yet). Can anybody give me some bullets about some typical things that can make you fail in this kind of business?
Thanks,
Dan
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luvtravel
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 08:59 · Edited by: luvtravel
Quoting: wfh123 I'm a new kid in the block, have been thinking about GRN more than 1 week I believe (read: so... excited but not ready to decide yet). Can anybody give me some bullets about some typical things that can make you fail in this kind of business? Thanks, Dan
Hi Dan, wow that's a first, "how to fail" ???
* #A1 Not joining GRN !!!! (or RFS)
* #1 don't advertise, buy leads or generally market the poduct
* not bothering to learn about the product
* not joining RFS 
Vacations and travel is a BILLION dollar industry!
People love to vacation, stay at luxury 5 star resorts for less than the cost of one vacation!
With GRN you can offer them the most prestigious properties to stay at along with providing excellent customer service. You don't need any special cards, (like with being a travel agent) you will receive top notch training, (with our team) excellent sales systems (RFS) world class website, how can you lose? Not taking advantage of this offer!
As a travel agent I see many travel programs, one was were you had to use vouchers and certificates which people do not like to do, but than I came upon GRN, after viewing the movies, researching and talking to my team leader I found what was a perfect fit for me and my clients.
With the help I received, the encouragement and the training and seeing all the sales that are being made with the RFS system I realized that there really was a light at the end of the tunnel (it's called a Funnel) and it was not a train.
Anyway, hope this helped, PM with any questions.
Skeptics welcomed, prefer positive minded people but we can change skeptics IF they want to change
Good luck in your search
do your due diligence!
Terri
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kim_ward
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 10:59
Hi Dan, Terri touched on a few key points, just like any
business you have to advertise and let people know
about it.
One of the things that sold me on GRN is that I could see
clearly that it is a product that people will want , so I really
can't see how one can go wrong getting involved.
Then there is the comp plan. Having come from businesses
that would pay well only if you have a large group, this was
a winning combo for me personally...product and comp plan.
Belief in your product and company is another way to
avoid failure, because if you can't personally feel good
about what you offer, people will not buy from you.
So, do your due diligence before getting involved, get
all your questions answered, and ask yourself, would
I want this product if there were no business opportunity
were attached to it.
If you have further questions, I or others here can help
assist you.
Cheers,
Kim Ward
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 11:02
Hi all,
How does this one compare to FUNTIME VACATION CLUB and Coastal Vacations?
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 11:14
I'm not sure what FVC is, but we are different
from Coastal because we have a private membership
that allows people to stay at 4-5 star luxury resorts
at a fraction of the cost.
There are no certificates to send in, or pay on, everything is
done online, and one does not have to deal with blackout
dates.
I was never a Coastal member, but that is what I can
think of off the top of my head from what I do know
about Coastal.
Does that help?
Cheers,
Kim Ward
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 11:19
Hi Kim,
Yes, that helps quite a bit. Thank you kindly :)
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 15:23
Terri & Kim,
I really appreciate your quick response. Please don't take me wrong with my previous questions because I'm so excited with this opportunity & currently doing my homework. Hope that you don't mind to help me with the following questions:
1. I learned from the website that there are 7 income streams. The 1st one is GRN - platinum membership is $2,9xx. What are the other 6 income streams? When you're talking about all the potential income in this forum, where does it come from? Is it enough to buy the GRN and do advertise? Or do you have to buy the remaining income streams? If yes, then how much approximately will be your total investment?
2. I got the email mentioned that financing is available with the contact number there. Is it the number of my upline or GRN office? Tried to contact that number yesterday & left a message in the voice mailbox. Will someone contact me back? If yes, then will it be the GRN staff or my upline?
3. How potential is this business in other continents other than America & Europe? Considering that GRN has a lot of resorts worldwide, approximately - how many % are available in those other continents?
4. Do you know how many members that are currently active?
Thank you so... much & have a great day!
Dan
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luvtravel
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 19:48
Quoting: Newbie Shield How does this one compare to FUNTIME VACATION CLUB and Coastal Vacations?
I can answer about Coastal.
Coastal package has vouchers, certificates, discount cards
that offer discounts on entertainment, groceries, condo's, BUT as someone put it it is the Walmart or Sam's club of the travel industry, with CV to get a cruise or vacation planned you have to send in the voucher along with a fee and wait for a glossy brochure to be returned and than you hope that you will be able to stay at a hotel of your choice, which in most cases you can't, some vacations require 30-60 days advance.
I had problems just recently with a Roadside assistance card enclosed in my package (I just found this out) well when I called the 800# on the card and gave my member # I was told this particular company hasn't offered assistance for over 2 years to CV members, I have to say that disturbed me. When you purchase a package for either $1295 or $3995 or $11,000 you are basically your own travel agent as you are responsible for making all arrangements, which can take a great bit of time to accomplish a lot of people are intimitated by all the calls they have to make and all the mailing and waiting etc. But for those wanting a discount package for travel and dont mind booking it all themselves than the they may like the pkg.
I prefer GRN because most travelers like being able to go online and actually SEE where they will be staying when booking their vacation and if they have questions about the property they can call customer service and ask questions. They know they will be staying in 4-5 star properties, luxury resorts. And they can call and speak to a travel agent to assist them with their air travel and car rentals as well as cruises and still receive the best rate.
Can you see the differences? I will now focus totally on GRN! And with RFS, and my team leadership I know I found what I had been searching for all this time !
Terri
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luvtravel
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 20:28
Hey Kim, You are on our RFS team right? (Franco & Tat)
Our team and team leaders "Fast Start" package is certainly impressive isn't it?
Glad you are on our team , Go Team!
Just started receiving team newsletters, like you I have been marketing for a while but sure found the details interesting sort of a insiders secrets to what works and what doesn't.
Doing happy dance
Terri
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# Posted: 2 Oct 2007 21:40
luvtravel,
GRN sounds like a winner. Good luck with that!
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# Posted: 3 Oct 2007 16:53
Quoting: Newbie Shield luvtravel, GRN sounds like a winner. Good luck with that! Newbie Shield Giving away 8 free Power Malls
Thanks!
Terri
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bizmentor
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# Posted: 6 Oct 2007 16:43
The GRN opportunity is one that has a tremendous amount of potential- particularly if one is committed to helping others succeed. The challenge I have seen with some opportunities or teams is their focus is only on their own sales and success- to really do well you need to be focused on building your business by helping others build their business.
As it has been said before- Help enough other people get what they want and everything you want will come to you. This is the part of this business that I truly love. To be able to share business strategies with others to help them succeed. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions I can help you with. It is a pleasure to share insight instead of just looking inward to my own business.
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# Posted: 8 Oct 2007 21:12
Hi Chad,
You are absolutely right, getting on to the right team - unless you plan on doing everything on your own - is the most important step when joining any business. I don't care if people claim to have a "System" that is supposed to be "Duplicable" - having people there that sincerely care about your success is vital to your long-term success.
Great to have you on the board, Chad!
All the best,
Terry
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kim_ward
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# Posted: 8 Oct 2007 21:57
Hi Terri, I'm on Team AFL...automate for life.
My team under that is Success Team Global.
Cheers,
Kim
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luvtravel
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# Posted: 10 Oct 2007 07:40
I agree totally that the key to having a successful business is training aand joining with the right team, a top tier product and a proven sales system that converts sales.
Than after doing your due diligence, and after you join, the next important step is to advertise!
But selective advertising is key as well, targeted advertising.
Some systems do a lot of training for you and your team, that along with a leader who will coach you thru the rough spots whether you're a newbie or an experienced marketer is the answer because when you start a new business you are a newbie to the business.
Terri
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stacy
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# Posted: 12 Oct 2007 16:23
I would like to know more about GRN, from a customer standpoint. We love to scuba dive and travel to Cozumel, Mexico a couple of times a year. Does GRN offer deals on resorts in Cozumel. We go often enough that I would liek to find a timeshare or vacation package that will save us some money when we go.
If GRN does offer resorts in Cozumel and Playa del Carmen, then I may want to sign up as a representative(?). I don't like to sell so it would have to be a product that I really like and can talk about it passionately.
Thanks!
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kim_ward
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# Posted: 12 Oct 2007 16:38
Hi Stacy, we do offer resorts in Cozumel and right now have
one listed in our hot weeks section for as low as $298.00 per
family, for an entire week, 7 nights 8 days.
If you'd like a list of some of the resorts, I'd be happy to
send you info via private message.
Kim Ward
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# Posted: 12 Oct 2007 17:09
Hi Kim,
Saw your message about the GRN. I want to know more about your site. If I decided to join under you what kind of help would you give me and my downline to succeed
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 02:45
Hi! I am doing my research on Coastal Vacations and is just now learning about Global Resorts Network from what I'm reading so far on this forum. Can someone explain more about the compensation and how much it is to start their own business with GRN? Do they have to buy a certain package like Coastal? And if so, once they are in the business, how does the commission work? Like with Coastal, you get commission at the Level you buy in at. So if you are wanting to make the most commission your best bet is to buy in on Level 3 ($11,000) which is WAY WAY out of my budget. Then if you buy in on Level 1 ($1300) which is more reasonable, however you do not make commission on your first 2 sales (it goes to your training or something like that, meaning your director takes it) and if you sell a Level 2 or Level 3 Package, you only make commission on Level 1... from what I am understanding so far. Any Coastal reps reading this can correct me if I'm wrong. But my question is, what is GRN's compensation plan? Do they take commission the first few sales? And then on the Opportunity website it states:
"We Cover 100% of Your Marketing Money For this Campaign!
This Guarantees Sales within Your First Month in Business,And Guaranteed Team Growth Instantly! This is how you Succeed!"
I think with Coastal, you have to pay monthly for your website. Does this statement tells me that with GRN, the website is free?
Or maybe, I should just fill out my information and have someone call me with more info? Thanks!
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 13:07
Quoting: kim_ward Chad, I'm not sure if you understand what business is all about. There are no guarantee's in advertising, the key to success is to treat it like a business and not a job.
Good post Kim!
Terri
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 13:11 · Edited by: bizmentor
Quoting: kim_ward Chad, I'm not sure if you understand what business is all about. There are no guarantee's in advertising, the key to success is to treat it like a business and not a job.
Goodness- it appears my presenting the facts is "ruffling a few of your feathers"... for that I apologize- but my purpose is to share my unique insight- something that is certainly not unique to just me.
Kim- before you make a statement like you have about me not knowing what business is all about it might be good to know my background first.
I have founded 5 different companies in a variety of industries since leaving the banking industry as an executive for 10 years in 1989. We have one company that has made the prestigious Inc 500 fastest growing companies in the US list, a company that received the Better Business Bureau Golden Torch award for our 11 county area for marketplace ethics and excellence in customer service, and we were one of 5 finalists from thousands in U.S., Mexico and Canada for the International Golden Torch Award for BBB. Not to mention our area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year. (we have many other awards, but I think that is enough to make my point)
No offense to you as it is not my style to personally attack anyone- but I think I might just know a thing or two about what business is all about... and any successful business must be founded on principles of ethics and integrity or it will not last.
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 13:25
Thanks Terri.
Chad, I posted that to help, I do not know you, your
background, etc. How could I? I responded to how your
post spoke to me, which was someone who did not know
that it takes time to see results in advertising, in most
cases.
Not sure how RFS differs than anything else in that regard,
and I have no idea how much time or money you put in
advertising it, so was replying for that reason.
I personally do not think it's a good business practice to
guarantee people anything in a business, because it will
backfire, always does, and was covering that for all reading
the thread.
Anyway, the thread is about GRN, not about RFS or team
specific info, shall we leave pitches for that in our sig. files
and websites instead?
Cheers,
Kim
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 13:54 · Edited by: bizmentor
Our guarantee is for a limited time - but I assure you it is not backfiring - in fact we are flourishing.
Yes, the title of this forum is about GRN- and it is appropriate for those of us that know the facts to share them with others.
GRN is an excellent product- but not all teams are created equal even within GRN. Again, I prefer to stick to the facts rather than putting others down. By the way- show me where I am pitching anything- I am simple providing factual information.
Sorry if the facts bother you and Terri- but they are what they are...
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 14:01 · Edited by: kim_ward
Wow Chad, I guess I could sit here and brag about my
team as well, but not sure if that serves people looking
at GRN, and I have another mindset in that, to quote myself...
(lol do people do that )
"If you are the prettiest girl in high school, you don't need
to go around telling everyone you are, your beauty speaks
for itself. It's the one's who don't feel equally as pretty as
you that always try and convince others that they are, and
are sure to be talking bad about you at the same time."
~ Kim Ward
So, I choose to not to go that route, but if it's working for
you, all the best.
Knowing that, I do think Terri's point was valid as well.
Cheers,
Kim
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 16:00
I don't understand the compensation plan. Do you get paid $1000 for every sale in your downline? Even down 6,7,8 levels? How does that work if the product itself only costs $3000?
It sound slike a great business opportunity and I am thinking about joining, but I don't want to walk into it with high expectations than I should.
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 16:04
Chad - I am in Texas too! It is beautiful weather, even at our 8:00 soccer game this morning. Although, I think I would still rather be in Cozumel on the beach! Maybe I'll join GRN and start traveling more!
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 17:20
Hi Stacy, When you are a Gold member $1495 you will receive $500 commission and if you are a Platinum member $2995 you receive $1,000 commission.
Terri
PS I am in Texas as well. Dallas area.
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 17:41 · Edited by: kim_ward
Terry, I'm all for supporting people as well, but it's also
no secret that they could join any business with anyone
and not get support there too.
If they join RFS, they will have 4 calls a day, including
calling leads for you, and the recording training in the
back office, so I'm not sure how one can say they would
have to fend for themselves.
In a business like GRN, one would not be too smart to
not support their team, they would make more money
for doing just that, and most people are aware of that.
Cheers,
Kim
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# Posted: 13 Oct 2007 17:48
Hi Stacy, the comp. plan is called perpetual
leverage, and sales come up from other levels
when one qualifying sale is passed up.
They are not paying $1000.00 on each sale
in your downline. Very common question, and
it does take watching the movie a few times
to even start to understand it.
But, I just like to explain the personal and first level
sales, and leave the rest to the movie. A lot easier!
Cheers,
Kim
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