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Office Hour Session Recap

Introduction and Engagement

• The session begins with a warm greeting, inviting participants to share their locations.

• The host expresses excitement for the second office hour session and acknowledges attendees from various places, including Las Vegas and Brazil.

Reflection on Previous Week's Activities

• The host notes that yesterday's session was popular and encourages sharing of productivity experiences from the previous week.

• Participants are prompted to discuss their victories or if they took a vacation, highlighting community engagement.

Focus on BOGO Promotions

• Today's activities aim to help participants take action based on insights from previous deep dive sessions, particularly regarding BOGO (Buy One Get One) promotions.

• February is highlighted as an advantageous month for rank advancement within the community.

Tips for Effective Promotion Strategies

• The first tip emphasizes securing smaller commitments from potential customers to increase the likelihood of larger commitments later.

• Engaging people through social media by inviting them to learn about upcoming promotions can prepare them psychologically for purchasing decisions.

Importance of Connection in Sales

• The speaker stresses that promoters should not merely announce promotions but connect individual needs with solutions offered by products.

• A consultant's role is likened to that of a wellness advocate; both should focus on connecting clients with appropriate solutions rather than just announcing events.

Enhancing Conversion Rates

• By understanding customer needs and aligning them with product benefits during promotional periods, advocates can achieve higher conversion rates.

• The discussion concludes with strategies for engaging customers by asking targeted questions about their health priorities related to upcoming promotions.

Consultant Mindset and Effective Prospecting

The Importance of a Consultant Mindset

• Emphasizes the need for a consultant mindset when engaging with clients, suggesting that understanding their specific needs is crucial.

• Recommends offering tailored advice, such as promoting the best value options (e.g., Bogo box), rather than simply announcing promotions.

Preparing for Bogo Sessions

• Discusses the agenda for upcoming sessions focused on preparing for Bogo offers, encouraging participants to engage in online prospecting.

• Stresses that if online prospecting isn't relevant to some participants, they should use the time to focus on other productive activities.

Action-Oriented Approach

• Advises against using designated action time merely for preparation; instead, encourages active engagement and conversation with potential clients.

• Highlights the significance of balancing marketing and prospecting efforts, using ice baths as an example of targeting specific niches effectively.

Building Your Prospect List

• Suggests adding 2 to 5 new prospects daily from targeted niches or influencers' comments to build a relevant contact list.

• Shares personal experience about focusing content on business builders over time, illustrating how niche selection can evolve based on interests.

Identifying Your Niche

• Encourages participants to identify their ideal audience or niche by reflecting on their passions and expertise.

• Offers guidance for those unsure about their niche: self-reflection is key—consider what topics resonate personally and could be discussed extensively.

Engaging with Influencers

• Discusses leveraging relationships with influencers in chosen niches (like fasting), suggesting that building rapport can lead to future collaborations.

• Mentions actively engaging with individuals who comment on influencer posts as a strategy to connect with potential customers aligned with your message.

Building Connections and Strategies for doTERRA

Engaging with Followers

• Engaging with followers creates synergy, increasing the likelihood of influencers being open to collaboration in the future.

International Expansion Considerations

• When enrolling individuals from countries like Kenya, consider logistics such as product transportation from South Africa or other open markets.

• Future discussions will focus on building internationally, emphasizing strategies for effective enrollment across borders.

Prospecting Techniques

• Spend time identifying potential leads by interacting through comments or direct messages (DMs), starting conversations organically.

• Utilize chat controls on platforms like Facebook to manage interactions effectively; if unsure how to access these features, seek guidance from resources like ChatGPT.

Organizing Contacts on Facebook

• Create friend lists on Facebook to categorize contacts and streamline engagement efforts; this allows for targeted follow-ups and daily interactions.

• Use desktop features to filter friends into specific lists, making it easier to engage with selected groups regularly.

Effective Engagement Strategies

• On Instagram, move prospects into a general inbox for focused engagement during prospecting hours; prioritize being a fan before transitioning into friendship dynamics.

• Gauge readiness for business discussions based on mutual interest in conversations; maintain relationships even if initial pitches are met with disinterest.

• Cultivating genuine connections is essential—focus on creating value rather than solely seeking business partners or customers.

Blitz Session: Engaging with Prospects

Strategies for Effective Prospecting

• The session begins with a focus on engaging participants in raising hands or having conversations to prepare for upcoming promotions, specifically "bogos." Participants are encouraged to create a list of specific niches they will discuss on social media over the next 90 days.

• The facilitator reassures participants that they can choose different activities if they feel something else is more pressing. If someone feels uncomfortable with social media, they should focus on personal conversations via WhatsApp.

• After the initial 20-minute prospecting session, participants are invited to share their experiences in the chat. Acknowledgment of discomfort during online prospecting is normalized as part of learning new skills.

Embracing Discomfort in Skill Development

• The speaker emphasizes that feeling awkward when acquiring new skills is normal and expected. They illustrate how prospecting has become an integral part of their daily routine, even during family outings.

• Participants are encouraged to use social media intentionally by focusing on potential business contacts rather than scrolling aimlessly through feeds filled with familiar faces from their teams.

Finding New Opportunities

• The challenge of finding prospects outside one's existing network is discussed. The speaker warns against being trapped in echo chambers where only similar businesses are visible.

• Building relationships over time rather than seeking immediate conversions is highlighted as a more comfortable approach to networking and prospecting.

Foraging for Potential Clients

• An analogy comparing finding prospects to foraging berries illustrates the need to sift through many options to find those who are ripe and ready for engagement.

• As participants engage with others online, creating content that resonates can increase the likelihood of attracting interested individuals over time.

Building Relationships Through Engagement

• Continuous engagement and sharing valuable content can lead potential clients to reach out when they're ready.

• Suggestions include utilizing Facebook groups and local meetups as effective platforms for building relationships and expanding networks beyond digital interactions.

Exploring Opportunities in Dead Facebook Groups

Identifying Potential in Inactive Groups

• A participant raised concerns about joining inactive groups, specifically a group of Spanish speakers in Europe. The speaker suggests that this presents a unique opportunity.

• The admin of an inactive group can be valuable; they are typically community builders who may have marketing goals or a desire to foster connections.

• There are multiple strategies to engage with the admin of a dead group:

• Approach them about collaborating on community building within their existing framework.

• Another option is to ask if the admin would transfer group ownership, allowing you to revitalize it and connect with its members directly.

• Even if collaboration fails, becoming active in the group can still yield leads by engaging with existing members and utilizing the group's established network.

Strategies for Engagement

• Building genuine connections is emphasized over direct selling; focus on creating a supportive environment rather than pitching products immediately.

• If initial outreach doesn't work, remain active in discussions within the group as it serves as a potential lead source despite its inactivity.

Networking Techniques

• When following new contacts, aim for two to five interactions daily to avoid triggering platform algorithms against excessive friend requests.

• If unable to add someone as a friend, send them a direct message and comment on their public posts to maintain visibility and connection.

Community Engagement Initiatives

• A giveaway was conducted for participants who took action during the session, reinforcing engagement and rewarding proactive behavior.

• Participants were encouraged to focus on various activities such as preparing for promotions or organizing classes during breakout sessions aimed at skill-building.

Sharing Progress and Achievements

• Participants shared their accomplishments post-session, highlighting efforts like inviting clients or scheduling classes which fostered community interaction.

• New connections were made through joining local groups, showcasing adaptability and initiative among participants eager to expand their networks.

This structured approach provides insights into leveraging inactive online communities effectively while fostering genuine relationships.

Actionable Strategies for Business Growth

Focus Areas for Blitz 3

• The session emphasizes the importance of taking action and suggests that participants should run their business intros or conduct one-on-one meetings to introduce people to the business.

• A specific invitation strategy is proposed: reaching out to potential clients with a message about a presentation on earning $1,000 a month in doTERRA, inviting them to learn more.

• Participants are encouraged to focus on wellness consultations with existing customers or aroma touches, aiming for deeper connections rather than just increasing conversation volume.

• The effectiveness of aroma touches is highlighted; every individual invited has enrolled after experiencing it, showcasing its power in creating meaningful connections.

• Suggestions include practicing the host hunter strategy by collaborating with niche groups (e.g., Pilates), offering workshops that connect their clientele with doTERRA products.

Creating Momentum in Business

• The speaker advises focusing efforts on inviting individuals to one-on-one meetings or group business intros as a way to generate momentum in the business.

• Questions arise regarding the aroma touch technique; clarification is provided that it involves full-body application rather than just hands, which is used primarily at events for engagement.

• High enrollment rates (80%) using aroma touch techniques are shared as proof of their effectiveness in converting prospects into clients.

Productivity Check-In

• After a productivity session, participants share their activities. One person mentions making phone calls and inviting others to upcoming events, indicating active engagement.

• Recognition is given to participants who have not yet won giveaways; winners are announced based on participation and contributions during the session.

• Several attendees report productive outcomes such as scheduling classes and reconnecting with clients, demonstrating effective use of time during blitz sessions.

Wrap-Up and Future Engagement

• The speaker encourages continued productivity beyond the current session and invites questions for an upcoming coaching call scheduled for tomorrow.

• Emphasis is placed on maintaining momentum by filling schedules with invites and addressing specific challenges faced by participants in their businesses.

• Acknowledgment of winners serves as motivation; growth in business through consistent action is framed as the ultimate reward.