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kellyormike
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#61 · Posted: 23 Aug 2006 10:19
Thanks again! PNL! You all really seem to be awesome! Dani is great! I wish she would be coming to my area! Does anyone know how to find out about the motivational speakers or seminars/conferences in your own area? I just want to go one soon, but don't know what to look into to see if there is anything going on. I know I can look up specific names, but I don't know of any, except Dani Johnson. So, is there a way to cee if anyone is coming to the area without having to know a name?
PNL, I am also interested in trying to retail, do you have any suggestions? Do I just go into a travel office and give them info, or like a car dealership and give them info, or?? I have some ideas, but don't know how to go about it!?
Thanks, Kelly
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#62 · Posted: 23 Aug 2006 12:47 · Edited by: PNL Travel
You are welcome Kelly! I have to say that Dani Johnson is my favorite as far as speakers go. From what I have looked up she is also the most affordable. You can get two tickets to a live conference and buy plane tickets and get a hotel for a few days for the cost of ONE ticket at most other speakers.
As far as some more names, I also like Ellie Drake and Lisa Jimenez - then there are always the big giys like Zig Zigglar and Anthony Robins!
I'm just starting to do retail myself. I got started with it because a non-profit came to me (I know one of the lady's on thier BOD) asking how they could use the package to raise money for thier group. When I saw the interest, I just couldn't pass it up!
I guess the best way to get started is to talk to people that you already know who have businesses. I have heard people say that car dealerships love the package - really any business could benefit from it. Just about everyone loves travel, so it's an awesome incentive!
I hope that helps answer your questions!
Lora
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kellyormike
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#63 · Posted: 23 Aug 2006 14:56
Thank you very much Lora! I am going to get it rolling! And hope & pray for the best!
Kelly
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#64 · Posted: 23 Aug 2006 16:28
You are going to do great! Good luck and God bless!
Lora
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im4birds
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#65 · Posted: 24 Sep 2006 15:51
wanted any information on this business with Coastal . Can anyone tell me about it? Very serious about getting into it. Is it a good idea to go with the Director 1 level before a level 2 or 3?
Would someone with more experience in the business be more apt to give better training? If I were to go into level 1 or 2 can I still sell the higher level and make a better commision? Any help would be appreciated. tHANK
DIANE
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#66 · Posted: 25 Sep 2006 11:34
Hello Diane,
I would be happy to give you information on Coastal! Coastal is a collection of lifetime vacation membership packages. There are three package levels to choose from. Level 1 is pretty much domestic (U.S.) travel. Level 2 is domestic/international travel, and level 3 is the all inclusive or executive package. Level 1 is the main package and level 2 and 3 are upgrades to that package.
The three ways to start out are Level 1 (1,295), Premiere (3,995), or Platinum (11,000). Always start out at the highest level possible. You save $800 on the total package price vs. upgrading if you come in at Premiere and you save $1295 on the total package price vs. upgrading if you come in at Platinum. Also, in our group (Coastal WealthBuilders) you save training sales if you can come in at either of the higher levels!
According to the Coastal Vacations Board of Directors you can not make any commission off of a package that you do not own. So, if you come in at a level 1 you can not make anything off of a level 2 or a level 3 sale.
Quoting: im4birds Would someone with more experience in the business be more apt to give better training?
That depends! The B.O.D. holds training calls each week, but there are also many groups within Coastal. The difference in these groups is the training and support. Is the person that you are talking to part of a training and support group within Coastal? If they are then my answer to that would be this - If the director is plugged in to the system and you are coachable and trainable then you should have no problem! We all have to start somewhere
I know that was a lot! If you have any questions feel free to contact me. All of my contact information is on my website!
Lora
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mleclerc
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#67 · Posted: 26 Sep 2006 13:20
Hello Diane !
I am a successful Level 2 Director with Coastal Synergy Group. First thing you should know is that Coastal Vacations is marketed by different groups offering different level of support (training) or services (websites, backoffice, etc.).
I have chosen Coastal Synergy Group because after doing my due-diligence by asking info from different groups, the Synergy Group is the only one who have been able to demonstrate a real level of support with complete training (live, recorded and one on one with your director). I am very happy to work my business everyday in a philosophy of working for myself and never BY myself.
What I have learned within the Coastal Synergy Group is to be duplicable. This means that the system and tools we have in place are available to everyone and your success depends on how YOU will follow the simple plan. Your director is there to make sure that you get all the information and to answer all your questions to also assure your understanding.
Don't forget that YOU will be a director after your 2 training sales and YOU will get to train your new associates. Our goal is to keep it simple and low time consuming !
If you want further information, you can contact me from my website, it will be my pleasure to answer all your questions and provide you with all the information you need to make an informed business decision for yourself.
Have a nice day!
Melissa Leclerc
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Coastal Synergy Group
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independentwoman
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#68 · Posted: 26 Sep 2006 14:00
Hi Im4birds,
I'm part of Coastal as well. It depends on how you look at it.
I'm 18 and i've been with Coastal since June. I don't think I have a lot of experience with Coastal yet, because i've only been in it for a few months, but with my fast growing success I feel that my experiences are coming by faster then a lot of other directors. Time is definitely not experiences because I know a lot of directors who've been in it for a few months and haven't yet been lifted off the ground.
I think you when you're looking for a director to look for someone who's like you. I'm a very aggressive person, so I push a lot of my directors to get in the game right away. Of course I don't push them if they're uncomfortable with it, but if they are ready to go, I say go out with avengence.
But some people just want someone who's slow like they are. To walk them through things lightlier.
I think you should find a director whom you can communicate with best because just because they have a lot of experience it doesn't mean that they can train you well.
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val073
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#69 · Posted: 2 Oct 2006 19:34
I dont really understand how this really works..I'm interested in joining the coastal vacations business becuase the vacation packages seem great so I would like to sell them, and I would only like to get trianed to sell and thats it..but so far I have not seen one single site just selling the vacation packages, all of these are selling the business opportunity along with the packages..why is this so? does this mean that if I bought the business opportunity for the sole purpose of selling, I would have to become a director as well and train others? I cant just sell the packages by them selves if I wanted to? could someone please explain this to me, I'd greatly apreciate it.
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#70 · Posted: 3 Oct 2006 11:10
val073,
Hello and welcome to the forum!
There are many people within Coastal Vacations who strictly retail the packages. All of the packages are an incredible value - they truly are stand alone products!
I have recently started doing some retail of the package along with the business building that I do simply because it's fun! I actually do have a retail website set up. Not everyone wants to start a business, but most people do want discounted travel - so I see where you are coming from.
I doubt that you will find someone who will train you to just sell the packages. The reason is this - every person who purchases the package has the option to start the business. There is actually information inside of each package explaining the business opportunity.
If someone who you sold the package to decided to start a business, you would then be obligated to train them. That's why each person coming into Coastal Vacations with the intent to make money off of the package must complete two training sales.
Once the training sales are complete and you are a released director you can order the packages directly from the shipping center and you have a business! That business can be helping others to build a business or retail - that's up to you!
This is another reason why the group that you choose to join with is important. Our group, the Coastal WealthBuilders, has training calls on both the business building and the retail side of things every week. So, if you sold the package to someone who, lets say 6 months down the road, decided to start a business, you could plug them into the group also. It makes everything easier on you - It's all about leverage!
If I confused you in any way - I'm sorry! I know it's a lot of information! If you need anything clarified, or if you would like to see my retail site, just let me know!
Lora
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val073
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#71 · Posted: 3 Oct 2006 12:09
Hey PNL travel, thanks for your response, I would like to see your retail site can you please message me with it?.. although I got to say, I'm not too happy with this very much..I saw an ad that said "make money for selling vacations at discounted prices" and that is exactly what I want to do..and now your saying that you dont think some one will train me for just that!? doesnt make much sense to me.. I actually wouldnt mind buying one myself just to try it out, then sell it, because I do know several people that I think would be really interested in purchasing these, but they all have great jobs so I wouldnt want to pressure them into getting into the business as well, I would just like to sell them the vacations and thats it..but if I cant just do that..then all those ads and websites about coastal seem a little too misleading to me if everyone has to train others to do so as well..
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#72 · Posted: 3 Oct 2006 14:15
Hi val073, let me rephrase, I think I may have misunderstood some of your question. Some people do train others to retail the package; our group has that training also. I was just saying that you probably won't find someone who will train you to sell them and not require that you complete the training sales. In the end all sales are retail sales. The only difference in business building and retail is how the people initally heard about the package.
Also, I don't know how to message you - I didn't see you email address in your profile. My contact info. is on my website. If you send me an email I will be happy to show you my other website
Sorry for any confusion!
Lora
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Noteman
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#73 · Posted: 11 Oct 2006 12:43
I'm looking into Coastal Synergy Vacations as an opportunity, and I have a couple of questions.
When I pay the $1295 to join, is that just for starting the business, or is it also to get access to the discounted travel opportunities? (What if people want to purchase discount travel but not start a business? Is there a product for them?)
Is the business opportunity open to prospects outside the US? I know a number of people in Europe, South America, and Asia who like to travel and might find this a wonderful opportunity for themselves. Is that possible?
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#74 · Posted: 12 Oct 2006 10:29
Hello Noteman,
I would be happy to answer your questions
Quoting: Noteman When I pay the $1295 to join, is that just for starting the business, or is it also to get access to the discounted travel opportunities?
The $1295 is absolutely for your travel package. Along with the travel package you have the option to start a business!
Quoting: Noteman (What if people want to purchase discount travel but not start a business? Is there a product for them?)
That is totally up to them, everyone who purchases the package has the opportunity to start a business, or, they can simply use the package for their own discount travel.
Quoting: Noteman Is the business opportunity open to prospects outside the US? I know a number of people in Europe, South America, and Asia who like to travel and might find this a wonderful opportunity for themselves. Is that possible?
Of course! Anyone can use the package or start a business with Coastal. I have to say though, if you are interested in International travel, you should look at the premiere or platinum packages. The basic, or level 1 package, is pretty much just domestic travel...
Hope this helps!
Lora
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ebusiness
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#75 · Posted: 19 Oct 2006 09:40
Any Coastal Member
I believe you should let everyone here know about the full costs in beginning your own business with Coastal. Let us assume we are entering at level 1. ($1295US). This is for the package itself and the opportunity to begin your own business. Now, the question is what other expenses do I have to incur rather than internet and phone costs? Well the answer is leads. I am aware that leads have to be paid for which most directors fail to point out to "on the fence" candidates. Now PNL Travel, you seem to be very knowledgeable. Can you please list out and explain all the different option of leads plus costs. Also can you tell us on average how many sales you make per lead, per different type of lead as well as the people you have sold to. The more clear you answer, the more possible sales you can make off this response! Greatly appreciate it. Thanks
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#76 · Posted: 22 Oct 2006 01:19
Motivated Coastal directors
I've been looking to join coastal for the past week. I have talked to a director that seems pretty nice, but I feel that he is not a good fit for me, since I am a very aggressive and motivated. I understand how the program works, how to get paid, what's in most of the packages, and who to market to. I work in an industry that works with every market and lots business owners(small to large companies). So for the right director, this could be very profitable.
Especially since the travel packages have been discussed already with many potential client/customers that I personally do business with. The truth is I'm looking for the fastest way for a level 2 package with level 2 release without the thousands of dollars of upfront investment. My offer is to pay wholesale for level two package and split 50% commisions on every level. You risk nothing, minimal training just technical info needed about customer vacation activations and use. Most of these first sales are already spoken for. I'm looking for a good business partner not just a trainer. If there's a director out there that wants to quickly expand there business please contact me via email.
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#77 · Posted: 22 Oct 2006 02:05
I would be happy to answer that for you ebusiness! And just to let everyone know, lead cost is absolutely not something that I hide. I am up front about every aspect of building the business. When I got started everything was not as up front as I would have liked it to be. I will not put anyone in that position. Ever.
Quoting: ebusiness Can you please list out and explain all the different option of leads plus costs. Also can you tell us on average how many sales you make per lead, per different type of lead as well as the people you have sold to. The more clear you answer, the more possible sales you can make off this response! Greatly appreciate it. Thanks
OK, let's see if I can answer that for you! I could not list out and explain every lead option out there simply because there are a ton of them! I can, however, list out the ones that I have used. There are four different lead vendors that our group, the Coastal WealthBuilders, use. I'm not sure if I can list them here so if they get deleted - sorry! I tried! They are Cutting Edge Media, New England Marketing, Elite, and Networker Central. Now I can also say that New England and Elite are my personal favorites.
The basic types of leads are live leads, telephone interviewed, and company specific. Leads can vary greatly but they are pretty much still in those categories. The lead costs with the companies that we work with vary greatly depending on the quantity purchased. On average live leads start at $1.00 per lead, telephone interviewed start at $1.50 per lead, and company specific start at $6.50 - $7.00 per lead.
We take care of your advertising for the first month. (I am not speaking for all directors - this is just what we do in our group) After that we recommend starting out with an advertising budget of at least $200 to $300 per month.
On average for every $600 I spend on leads, I make $3,000. I want to stress - that's just me! It all depends on your skill level. There are many directors out there who make a lot more than I do - as I'm sure there are those who make less.
I also want to say that this was an awesome question. You also need to remember that there are many, many ways to build a successful business. Many groups stress purchasing leads, many groups do not.
So how about this - for those of you who are Coastal Vacations directors - how do you advertise your business (not purchased leads). Anything creative - not just the usual that's all over this forum please 
ebusiness, I hope this answers your questions!
Lora
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#78 · Posted: 22 Oct 2006 02:18
Oh, one more thing I forgot!
Depending on how you want to market your package you will probably need (or want) a website!
Ours includes four web sites, an autoresponder, and an email account for $59.95 a month. We also get an affiliate commission of $10 per associate per month...So that's not a recurring cost!
Ok, that should be it - websites, telephone/internet costs, package cost, and advertising!
If you have any questions for me about any of this let me know. My information is all on my website - if you send an email please give me your time zone if you would like me to give you a call!
I'm done now! Hope this helps!
Lora
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#79 · Posted: 16 Nov 2006 01:03
I just want to add that i jumped into Coastal this week. I have been in networkmarketing for about 13 years, I love this industry and the money that can be made too.
I have always wanted to do Coastal but just never jumped right in.. Well It is Official!
My first week and i will be a Qualified Level 2 director as soon as everything Clears! I am so excited! This is Awesome.
What leads are you guys working. My sponsor does everything 100% automated and directs traffic to their site. This is great but i love getting in there and working and helping my team get qualified.
Have any of you ever used a page swirl too.. I am planning on doing a ton of advertising and using page swirl for my team and myself so it helps them too!
Thanks For Letting Me Share!
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#80 · Posted: 17 Nov 2006 11:39
Congratulations CoastalWahm! It's great to see another Coastal person out there - and you sound so excited! You are going to love it
One week and you are qualified - that is AWESOME!!!
I recently tried New England Marketing leads and I like them the best...
I just wanted to say Congratulations and Welcome to Coastal! Coastal Rocks!
Lora
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