Skype is a software application which allows you to make calls over the internet. Calls to other skype users anywhere in the world are free. Calls to landline or mobile phones can be made at a nominal price. If you have a Smart Phone with Skype Capability you can make your calls on the move.
So why do I rate Skype as a must have network marketing tool?
It’s Free!
If you are starting out in network marketing, you will probably want to keep costs to a minimum. If you are marketing on a world wide scale and don’t want to make costly calls to international numbers, you need to have Skype in your network marketing tool kit.
There is a little misconception that all skype calls need to be made with the use of webcams. And whilst you can make calls with or without one; you can make calls Skype user to another Skype user for free.
You can also send files, instant messages and screenshare with clients, prospects and family. You can pay $2.95 per month and have the ability to call any phone number and talk for as long as you want to, and you can also forward your Skype calls to any phone. Yikes!
International!
So as I stated above, skype gives you the ability to connect with people all over the world. Why is this important for your network marketing business? Well unless you have a really old school sponsor, you might have noticed something call the World Wide Web! Right now social media, video communication and referral marketing are the three biggest trends, so if you are using any or all of these methods in your business you will probably be connecting with people from all over the world.
Grow your business on an international level with skype! Its the simplest and easiest way to connect with people who want to do business! If you don’t know how, ask me.
Team Talk
Probably one of my favourite features of skype, is how easy it is to hold three way calls (or more) with other members of your team, your upline, your downline, your prospects, you pretty much name it!
There are lots of benefits of holding three way calls with prospects these are some of my favourites:
- They allow prospects to feel part of a team/community right from word GO!
- Prospects can ask questions you might not be able to answer.
- Prospects get a different perspective from some else.
- You can mastermind and come up with creative ideas together.
Furthermore, Skype allows you to build unlimited groups of people in the same team, meaning if you are not about (especially if you are in different timezones) there will always be team members to answer questions, bounce ideas off, to find out the latest news and to offer training and support.
I cannot stress how important communities are in building successful businesses. Skype is the perfect platform to do just that.
Personal Mentoring and Coaching
As well as the community and team environments Skype can provide. It is also a fantastic tool to offer one on one coaching. Take your time with new clients and prospects, teach people how to do something new. Screen share, share files and have fun.
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November 20th, 2010 at 9:58 pm
Great post on the benefits of Skype Beth. I just learned that you can call other people that have skype for free. This is definitely great to know. Take Care!!
Sherman
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November 21st, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Skype is a “Best Friend” for networkers. Free video calls, voice calls, and voice calls that happen to also have the added benefit of real time chat and file transfer. How much better can it get? Great Post Beth.
Phil Jackson
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November 22nd, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Thank you for your posts, they are really full of useful tips!
I’ve already known about the benefits of Skype, but I often have difficulties in explaining the benefits of Skype to people who are not technically inclined and don’t know anything about VoIP technology. Here in this post I found a perfect video of visual explanation of what actually Skype is about. Now I’ll be showing it to everyone who asks me what Skype is ;D Thanks once again!
Regards,
Claire
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November 23rd, 2010 at 5:26 pm
I loved that Beth. I think people over look the power of Skype. It can save you a lot of money and headaches if you are building a team internationally.
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November 24th, 2010 at 5:08 am
I like the fact that you can mastermind on Skype just like you do on a conference call. If you can share ideas and it answers your prospects friends question across the country and he becomes your customer and/or joins you in business. Then it is a miracle!!
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November 24th, 2010 at 5:15 pm
Hi Beth,
Thanks for this! I’m not much of a Skyper but after reading this, I might do it more. If not for business then a great way to chat with my family that’s out of state. What a great way to get multiple people together and do a live brainstorming session.
Thank you for sharing!
Janette Stoll
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November 24th, 2010 at 8:42 pm
Hi Beth,
I would be totally lost without Skype these days. Its amazing how much you can do with the free download. You can even setup groups to share topics with as well. Great post and thank for sharing.
Tristram Lodge
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November 24th, 2010 at 10:16 pm
Beth, this is an excellent post. I’ve used Skype a little bit, but really hadn’t considered using it to the extent that you have. Thanks for putting in perspective what a valuable tool Skype can be!
Jamie Gaymon
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
November 25th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
No Problem Jamie, once you start using it…there is no end to its benefits.
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November 25th, 2010 at 3:13 pm
Beth, I have used Skype (no video) several times to talk with prospects all over the US and even in Australia - I really need to focus on using it more often.
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November 25th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Hey be sure too add me Tim…you chat to some in the UK then
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November 25th, 2010 at 8:26 pm
LOVE the Skype video!
Some people are just so darn creative!!
I’m with some of your other commentors — I would be lost without Skype now! Once you use it, you’ll never go back. It’s such a useful tool to have, seasoned or “newbie” marketer, it’s a must!
It’s functionality is amazing! I have friends who aren’t fond of speaking on the phone, so we group chat as well (as opposed to group talk) … it’s really got so many uses!! I don’t know what took me so long to get it, but I’m glad I’m finally there!!
Thanks again for such great content Beth!!
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
November 25th, 2010 at 9:15 pm
I agree entirely…It really is a must have tool.
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November 26th, 2010 at 6:04 pm
Awesome post Beth. I did not realize all of the benefits of skype. Thanks for sharing.
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January 6th, 2011 at 10:10 pm
Beth,
This is a great review about Skype.
I did a review a few months ago that was featured on Better Networker. Since then Skype has made some incredible advancements.
I use it on my Blackberry and all my PCs. My kids even have it on their Playstation Portables.
I love Skype and everyone should be on it especially if they are working a home business.
Thanks for sharing Beth!
Tommy D.
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March 19th, 2011 at 9:09 am
Thanks for the Skype info! I didn’t know you could do team calls for so many people. That will be great for a group that is spread out across international borders.
Thanks!
Keith
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
April 2nd, 2011 at 7:05 pm
Your welcome and if we are not already friends on Skype make sure you add me soon
Beth
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March 21st, 2011 at 3:42 pm
Hi Beth,
Great Skype review!
Skype has eliminated communication barriers for network marketers around the world.
Thanks for sharing,
Susan
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
March 22nd, 2011 at 8:26 pm
Hey Susan,
It sure has…I am not sure what I would do without Skype
Thanks for your comment,
Beth
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September 13th, 2011 at 9:03 pm
Great advice Beth … I especially like the coaching element since I live on an island in the middle of the Pacific
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September 14th, 2011 at 1:51 am
Where have I been? Under a rock? I did not realize all I could do with skype. I own a network marketing business and I see what a huge benefit this can be for me and my team! Thank-you
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September 14th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
Been using skype for almost everyday, it’s been a part of every transaction that I have to do with my clients. And definitely a very good tool of communicating to my friends and family.
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September 14th, 2011 at 4:00 pm
Well actually, I used skype for my business in a long time, even before I started my business. I used it to communicate to my clients anywhere in the world. Aside from it’s totally free, it also has great features that everyone will love`
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September 15th, 2011 at 4:41 am
Skype is really great for connecting people across the world. I have dumped my YM
for skype. Haha..
Thanks for the info Beth..
Jeff
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September 21st, 2011 at 6:06 pm
Hi Beth! I did not know all of the benefits of using skype. Thanks for sharing this info, although this post is older, still i’m thankful because for it’s still beneficial.
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October 7th, 2011 at 3:36 pm
This is a great review for skype, personally I am using skype to communicate with my loves ones abroad. It’s a great too for connecting people.
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bethhewitt80 Reply:
October 8th, 2011 at 9:34 pm
Absolutely…Skype is good for business and personal. If you like connecting with people with video and your family and friends you might also love video mail http://www.iwowwe.com/bethhewitt
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