How Can I Support My Long Distance Consultant?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores ways to support a long-distance consultant, focusing on communication strategies and resources that can help maintain engagement and motivation. Participants share their personal experiences and suggestions for overcoming the challenges of distance in a consulting relationship.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses a desire to support their long-distance recruit but feels overwhelmed and uncertain about the best approach.
  • Another participant suggests finding a hospitality director as a valuable resource for the recruit.
  • Several users mention the importance of regular communication, including emails and phone calls, to bridge the distance.
  • One participant shares their experience of using various communication methods, such as IM and weekly check-ins, to maintain connection with their recruit.
  • Another participant highlights the benefit of inviting the recruit to join online communities and resources to enhance their experience.
  • One participant notes that distance can be advantageous, stating that they find it easier to support others who are further away.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of communication and the potential benefits of having a hospitality director, though specific methods and experiences vary. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach to support long-distance consultants.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and strategies that have worked for them in maintaining relationships with recruits who are geographically distant.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for consultants looking for ideas on how to effectively support recruits who are not in close proximity, particularly those navigating similar challenges in their own consulting relationships.

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Oh my gosh, I finanly did it!
Here is my problem/question.
She lives almost 800 miles away from me.
I bought the Guide to supporting new consultants months ago.
We have completed the first section about setting goals, list of 100 and planing calander.
I feel like I should be doing more to help her start strong.
If she lived close, I would be able to invite her to shows and cluster meetings.
Do you guys have any advice on how to best aproach the long distance thing?
I want to keep her excited with out overwhelming her with info.
I would like to concentrate on the most important things about starting her own business, but my head is still spinning and I can not think.
I searched the files for stuff on new consultants, and did not find much.
Thanks for any ideas you share,
Tandy
 
Not much advice for you~sorry!! Just wanted to say congrats!! Maybe try to find a hospitality director for her!!
 
Definitely a hospitality director. I would be lost without my hospitality group and I'm only about 100 miles from my recruiter.
 
hi there. I can give some advise from the perspective of the person you are recruiting. I signed up from someone who lives in DC and I live in TN.

Things to make the distance not seem so great-
1. Lots of emails
2. phone calls..calling her..and letting her know she can call you....
3. As you get tips/emails/etc..share info with her.
4. Inviting her to join this site could be a super huge tool.
5. If you happen to be in her area, or vice versa make a priority to meet up, even if for lunch to just make that personal touch.

Hope some of this helps.
 
I am in northern WI, my recruit in GA.

We email, set up training and IM back and forth, sometimes I call. I check in on her each week...

I agree to find a decent hospitality group and shows she can watch. Your director SHOULD be able to help you with that and making sure she gets recognition like she would at local meetings.

Encourage her to take all the online classes and watch the DVDs in the kit, they are good.

Distance can work very well. I think it is all about the person, not the location. For me, I feel it is actually easier to help others further away. (...and hope I get to travel and see some new cities someday).

...just keep the communication open between you of what she thinks she needs out of you so you can respond. You will do great!
 

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