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JenaV
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#141 · Posted: 5 Oct 2007 17:36 · Edited by: JenaV
Cheers Nice posted! 
I did find out, that it is, "The Right" of each independent Director to exact every dollar of every sale, until the 2 Training Sales at the level of entry are complete. I found out this is Common in Coastal. So, it is NOT bad form.
That was the way it was orginally set up. Some groups & Directors have evolved there practices.
Which are still, in Ethical Policy Standards in accordance to the BOD as long as 2 Training sales are completed at Level of Entry to Receive that Level of Directorship. (ex. 2 Level 3 sales to obtain Platinum Directorship or 2 Level 2 sales to obtain Premier Directorship or 2 Level 1 sales to obtain Level 1 Directorship)
Maybe that's why I was drawn to the CWB... Because with the Accelerated Director's Program that we practice.
Which allows our New Associates to put money back into their pockets immediately and start building a Team, thus becoming a Leader and setting us up for Success.
This program was put together with a Pay it Forward Attitude.
There is an Abundance of Wealth in our Coastal Business. I'm glad to be Sharing the Wealth! Have a Blessed Weekend everyone.
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#142 · Posted: 6 Oct 2007 20:39
If you are looking into Coastal Vacations then I congratulate you. You have risen above the rest of the crowd and stepped up and said hey I want more. Coastal can give you that. Lets take 4 points you will here about in Coastal all the time.
MONEY
We make from $1000- $9705 on every sale. There are 7 figure earners in Coastal. Yes millionaires from this opportunity.
TRAVEL
This is the best travel package on the market. With our unlimited taxes only stays and our discount membership cards where we can book at anytime for sometimes up to 80% off you cant lose.
TIME
This business can grow overnight. You can spend as little or as much time in it as you like. And with such high commissions you could effectively work a 3 day week all the time.
FREEDOM
You have the freedom you want with this business. No more timeclocks or commutes or bosses. This is the ultimate freedom.
If you came here by chance I suggest you read a bit further in the forum and then contact me so I can share my Coastal experience. If you were referred here go back and first do your due diligence of the person that sent you website and then call them back and thank them for the opportunity that dropped in your lap.
Adam Frederick
Feature Article Member in the May 2006 HBC magazine
Coastal Level III Director
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#143 · Posted: 9 Oct 2007 17:00
To new prospects looking at Coastal Vacations I have a few suggestions. Now understand these are only my opinions but I will say that I have been full time in Coastal for 2 1/2 now and my wife and I were featured in the HBC Magazine in May 2006. This doesnt make me any better than any other director it does say I was recognized by my peers as being a leader.
1- Learn your product
This might sound daunting but we have weekly trainings as well as websites that do alot of the training for you. If you can guide someone to information be rest assured the info is there for you.
Learn how to advertise
No customers means no business. You must learn to find where your target market is and let yourself been seen there. Now if you arent an expert dont worry. We have companies that will provide you customer ( at a cost of course ) as well as many directors and teams have tools in place.
Learn to be a student
Take a student mentality. When you stop learning you stop growing. There is so much to learn from so many people in this business so get your pad ready.
Take action now
Get started asap. We made over 10k in our first 7 weeks because we took action. We didnt have the money lying around but we took action to get started and the wheels started moving. An object in motion will stay in motion unless something stops it.
Get back to the website of the person that referred you to Coastal and read it thoroughly. Write down your questions and call them asap. Get those questions answered and get started. If you dont have anyone that referred you then read through the forum and if you like give me or any of the other directors here a buzz so we can show you how to be as successful as you want to be here with Coastal.
Adam Frederick
Featured in HBC May 2006 magazine
Coastal Level III Director
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#144 · Posted: 12 Oct 2007 19:01
Welcome to our little place on the web. If you are looking at Coastal Vacations you are in one of the best places to get the information. On this forum you will hear from many successful directors and learn a great deal. Let me give you a few of my tips.
First off understand no matter what director you pick, this business is about you. Many of us have ton's to offer in terms of experience as well as incentives to get you to start with us. But remember our success doesnt not mean you will be successful. This is about you. What are you willing to do to succeed?
Here is a checklist of what you should do:
1- Go back to the website of the person who referred you to Coastal.
You are about to invest anywhere from $1295 - $11000. Doesnt that warrant getting all the information?
Write down your questions?
All of the directors here are business owners and should be treated that way. If you were about to meet Donald Trump would you be prepared? Of course you would so treat your director with the same respect.
Be open to learning
I understand you might be a superstar in your line of work but you are not a qualified director in Coastal Vacations yet. Maybe you might have more business skills that your director but you still havent done what they have as of yet so respect that.
Get the inforamtion and make a decision and a plan
Maybe this isnt for you. If it isnt kindly thank the person who showed it to you. Ask them if they have a referral plan. I pay a referral fee to prospect that dont get started but know others that might want the package or opportunity. If I make a sale we both win. If it is for you and you have the money to get started then do so asap. And do it at the highest level you can afford. If you dont have the money then make a real plan on how to get it and be honest with the person about that plan. Understand they will still be willing to help you but they owe the bulk of their training time to those that have paid to get started. If imagine if you had invested $11000 and your director didnt train you but rather was spending the bulk of their time training someone that didnt invest. How would that make you feel?
I hope this helps you get started in Coastal Vacations. If you have a director then get back to them. If not myself as well as many others are more than willing to guide you through the steps to determine if Coastal Vacations is right for you.
Adam Frederick
Coastal Vacations Level III Director
Featured article in the May 2006 HBC magazine
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linkmetro
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#145 · Posted: 13 Oct 2007 09:17
Hello All,
Warmest greetings from Wienna, Austria.
Next stop is Budapest, Hungary.
Coastal is great, no question about it!
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#146 · Posted: 13 Oct 2007 10:07
Quoting: jdejvet I can't tell you how hard it is to make phone calls with kids shouting in the background and maintain a certain level of professionalism! LOL
Hello Jennifer!
Welcome back to COASTAL! Do I ever HEAR you on that one! I'm a single mom to a very LOUD 2 year old, and started my business just over a year ago. HORRORS- she starting boycotting naps about 6 months ago.
I'll tell you this- it keeps it REAL! I am working my business as a full time mom, from HOME. I am professional- always. But, fact is- she is often heard. There is the thing- yup, it is often a very big challenge. But, I see it this way- if the person I am talking to doesn't appreciate my reasons for wanting to work my business, and see that I am a professional person WITH child- chances are, I don't want to be working with them in the long term. For me, its all about long term- not just making the first sale.
So- for all of you parents out there- YOU CAN be successful WITH your children present! Its all about working with the right people in the first place and having very good time management skills. An emergency tool box of amusing things for your little ones, and a home office set off somewhere more private- that helps too!
I just love that this is truly a family friendly business. We all have our "WHYS", just some of them demand a bit more of our constant attention.
Wishing you SUCCESS!
Jani
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jnapier
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#147 · Posted: 14 Oct 2007 09:41
Quoting: matiasmommy I see it this way- if the person I am talking to doesn't appreciate my reasons for wanting to work my business, and see that I am a professional person WITH child- chances are, I don't want to be working with them in the long term. For me, its all about long term- not just making the first sale.
This is a very important thing about the business. You make your own rules. Now, I will tell you that my daughter has her time and she knows what to do when I'm on the phone....but she's 9. The beauty of this business is that you can make a full time income with part-time efforts with the right training and support in place.
I ALWAYS treat each person I speak with as a person I'm interviewing for a very important position with my company and I ask myself, does this person seem to be like the type of person I can work with 10 years from now. The way I see it, we will be partners and business partners are much like a marriage - so it's important that you look at the long term picture.
Jay NaPier
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#148 · Posted: 14 Oct 2007 13:46
Quoting: jnapier The way I see it, we will be partners and business partners are much like a marriage - so it's important that you look at the long term picture.
Jay that is HILARIOUS! I see it the very same way...
I started my blog the other day- in response to innocent assumptions the first entry is entitled:
"NO, we aren't married, and I am NOT a stalker!!!" (erm... long story)
Its a great analogy- I become very close with my team members as well, on that emotional kind of level too. Its truly such a blessing to love what we do and love who we have the honour and pleasure of doing it WITH!
Cheers
Jani
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#149 · Posted: 15 Oct 2007 15:31
Are you a new prospect looking at Coastal Vacations? Well welcome to our little space on the internet. You are at one of the most active forums on Coastal Vacations out there. You will find reps from just about each and every team in Coastal Vacations.
Let me introduce myself. Im a former CSG Leadership Board member and current Level III Coastal director now using the "official" coastal system. I say official as there are many systems out there with each having their merits. The system I use is the one created by the Coastal Vacations Board of Directors so its kind of like getting the info from the horses mouth.
I have a few thoughts on what you should do. First do your research. Go back to the site of the people that referred you here and read the Coastal Profile. This will explain the product as well as the business. The go to coastalproof(dot)com and look at a website with many of the receipts our members have provided from using their packages.
After doing that you should have enough info to really make a decision on this opportunity. If by any chance you dont have a director then be sure to contact me so we can talk in length about what you are looking for and if im the director to help you achieve it.
Coastal is a great opportunity so dont delay. Do your research and get started asap.
Adam Frederick
Coastal Level III Director
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#150 · Posted: 22 Oct 2007 12:37
Hi,
Having read up on Coastal I am confronted with this question,
Could it work living in the UK...
Trying to understand the packages, it seems like the majority of it is based in the US, even the Lvl 2 'International' Package.
I have yet to come accross anyone working coastal in europe.
I am certainly interested. - But at the moment it seems that if I were to start, most of the systems/prospects are all US based, and also due to the travel oppertunities primarily existing in US it would be more difficult to promote/market.
Any wisdom would be appreciated. Thx.
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#151 · Posted: 23 Oct 2007 08:57
The beauty of having a Coastal Vacations membership is that it is an international package. The vacation vouchers are primarily based in the USA but the discount cards give us access to vacations worldwide. The Coastal Business is in over 90 countries. The beauty today is that the internet has made the world like a small family. The internet allows us to relate with people all over the world.
Now if you live in another country this gives you a huge advantage as you can prospect to not just your immediate market but to the world market. It creates a bigger pool of people to talk to. With technology as it is we have all the tools to work with. I say very strongly this is truly a package and a business for everyone.
If you are from planet Earth which I hope all of us are this is the business for you. I suggest that all of you looking at Coastal get back with the person that invited you to this opportunity and get started asap. If you dont have anyone then I offer my services to guide you through the journey. Coastal Vacation has changed my life and I look forward to being instrumental in changing your as well.
Adam Frederick
Platinum Coastal Director
302 476 2753
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#152 · Posted: 23 Oct 2007 09:22
Harold, I appreciated your post. I primarily work with Coastal and agree that is where the focus needs to be. Coastal is a very simple program with awesome values in travel. I use the www.coastalproof.com site to show people examples of great values. Just another tool we have that everyone can use. If you are considering Coastal, check out that site. Recently, I have been doing some research of my own and was able to find an all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic, nice area, for just $378 for TWO for SEVEN nights! This was using the 8 day Resort Getaway from my Level II pkg. It is great values like that that are so exciting! I appreciate the posts from everyone in this forum. Like others have said, Coastal is really a family full of support wherever you need it. Everyone, Have a Better than Great Day!
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#153 · Posted: 23 Oct 2007 09:26
Quoting: linkmetro LEADS, LEADS, LEADS! Only my group who's provide FREE LEADS.
Not exactly...I've been providing my new team members with free leads for some time now.
And, I agree, you need leads more than you need a splash page.
Jay NaPier
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#154 · Posted: 25 Oct 2007 22:35
To new people looking at Coastal I have a bit of advise. Everything that glitters is not gold. Be sure to do your due diliegence when getting started and dont just chose a director because they offer a few extras to join them. Extra are great but as a new person you really have not the best idea of exactly how valubale these extra are. Here is what I suggest.
1- No matter what team or groip in Coastal you are on go to the Official Coastal sites and look over all the free information that the Coastal Board Of Directors makes available.
Those sites are :
officialcoastaltraining(dot)com
officialcoastaltools(dot)com
2- Read and reread the Coastal Profile. That document is your Coastal Bible. It explains everything.
3- Wirite down your questions and get back to the person that referred you to Coastal
4- If you have a person you are working with then dont pit them against the great directors on this forum. In your first action in Coastal show your integrity.
5- Get started after getting your questions answered.
6- Use this forum to help increase your knowledge of Coastal Vacations
If you need a director then make your choice wisely. My business is fully automated. If you would love to see how you can do the same with yours and not have to be tied to your phone all day then give me a call or email me. My contact info is listed below as well as on my profile. I look forward to helping you succeed in Coastal Vacations.
Adam Frederick
Coastal Platinum Director
302 476 2753
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#155 · Posted: 29 Nov 2007 23:21
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
To all looking at Coastal Vacations I wish you and your family a joyous holiday season. This is the best time to join Coastal. January is the best month of the year for bringing people into home based businesses so starting now positions you to profit in January. In addition after talking to your tax advisor you might see some great tax advantages upon getting started right now.
So if you are looking to get started then get back to the director that referred you to Coastal Vacations or if you dont have a director feel free to go to the website on my signature line and check out our great product and contact me asap so we can see how this business can change your life. It has totally changed mine. Ive even been featured in a magazine about my success in Coastal. Now this doesnt make me the greatest thing since sliced bread but I will say that the Coastal opportunity definitely is. BTW the magazine im talking about covers many home based businesses and for more that 2 years running now there has been a feature story about someone from Coastal. So dont hesitate. Go to the site , do your research and make that call.
Happy Holidays!!!!
Adam Frederick
Platinum Coastal Director
302 476 2753
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#156 · Posted: 30 Nov 2007 08:43
Quoting: ateamfuntimer My business is fully automated
How is that , fully ?
Is this a trick phraise?
Nothing is on full auto.
could you please explain how your fully auto program works ?
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#157 · Posted: 1 Dec 2007 14:26
Fully automated.
Yes my business is. You create ads that direct people through the info and then to the tools available ( live events or calls). The serious people will go through the steps and contact you. As you are with WCYS you really have a leg up. You direct them to your call center and your work is done. Now of course you can have better results by making calls yourself and being proactive but this business can be automated using the tools in place.
All of the leaders in this industry automate various parts of their business. Whether its using an autoresponder , call center , live call or advertising avenues. I suggest talking with your leaders and finding out what works for them and adapting it to your business.
I hope that helps answer your questions about how I totally automate my business. For further details you can contact me directly but I always suggest going to your own director first as that is what they are there for.
Adam Frederick
Platinum Coastal Director
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#158 · Posted: 2 Dec 2007 08:38
Quoting: ateamfuntimer The serious people will go through the steps and contact you. As you are with WCYS you really have a leg up. You direct them to your call center and your work is done. Now of course you can have better results by making calls yourself and being proactive but this business can be automated using the tools in place.
Incorrect statements- "can be fully automatic"
"You direct them to your call center and your work is done"
I think after a conciderable amount of time directing prospects to WCYS and having not ONE call in ,its safe to say fully auto can be summed up as inop. Directing almost 300 opt-ins and not one person taking advantage of the professionals at the Call center , just have to be blunt and not offer it this way.
Geting to the Truth of Sales is my mission.
Selling Coastal with False pretences will have results like this in the forum. People like me who have spent there money and were led along with incorect misleading sales tactics will come back here.
So STOP this crap , I for one will speak out and tell the TRUTH.
Find what the masses are thinking and how they are reacting to the changing sales methods.
Including those who came here fishing.
So as to advertising and directing prospects to a call center I would advise those spending there money for atracting prospects .
Call them promptly before they turn there attention to other programs.
DCollier
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#159 · Posted: 2 Dec 2007 12:42
Id love to comment on a few of the statements that have come up. I can truly understand the frustration that you are having. Let me see if I can help out some.
One of the things that is important is the foundation you set with a prospect. Id love to hear how you are directing the prospects to the call center. Many of us talk about qualifying people and to be honest this is what separates the successful from the unsuccessful in my opinion. What incentive are you giving the prospect to call the call center? Are they looking for a biz opt? Are they just looking to travel? How serious are they about looking at the info? They leads that you have where are you getting them from? Are they ones you buy or are you generating them yourself? These are important questions.
From a young age I had this issue that if something was wrong and something didnt work id blame it on myself. For years this brought me lots of heartache but as ive matured ive learned to first look at my part in the situation and fix what I can fix. I suggest taking a good look at yourself and what you are doing to grow your business and how you are handling prospects. Take some pointers from the people here.
I know it can be frustrating but many of us on here have been in Coastal for years and know that this works. I personally know people that have built fortunes using the call center. It does work. I would suggest getting in touch with your director and having a real heart to heart. As your director they make money from your first sales so its in their best interest to get you profitable.
If all that fails id suggest giving me a ring. I dont want to step on your directors toes but I see you are frustrated and if their is something I can do to help out please let me know.
You stated that some sell Coastal with false pretenses and I have to really disagree. Most in this forum are as upfront and honest as you can be. I dont always agree with everyone here but I will say that you will hear straight upfront opinions here. I wish you the best as you go forward and I hope something ive said helps.
Adam Frederick
Platinum Coastal Director
302 476 2753
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#160 · Posted: 2 Dec 2007 19:30 · Edited by: rhondap
I am better at calling and working leads than with internet marketing so my comfort level is with calling leads...so WCYS would not have been the right fit for me....perhaps later on as an addition to what I have going already as I start earning a steady income I can take the time to learn and master internet marketing to drive the RIGHT leads into WCYS as well as continue to call leads on my own and drive them through the sytem I am currently with.
If you were directing prospects to the call center and not one called in perhaps it was the type of ad copy or placement of the ad that was not qualifying them properly.......another option would be to also call them yourself...developing a relationship with a prospect really helps........
As far as help with calling leads www.danijohnson dot com is who I reccomend.
Just trying to help.
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