Recognizing Long-Distance Downline

[cmdtrgd]

What do you do that doesn't cost too much, but still makes the long-distance downline feel special AND included in the cluster?

[bethcooks4u]

I use newsletter recognition and PC$$ as well as a personal call and written note.

[Chef Karen]

I use birthdayalarm.com for recognition cards. These are musical email cards. Look under "Congratulations" for the different cards that you can use and pesonalize.

Karen

[cmdtrgd]

Good idea!!!

[bethcooks4u]

Karen, I would have thought that was a good idea in the past but I have gotten SO many "cards" that were viruses that I do not open ANY online card unless I first CALL the person who supposedly sent it. Twice I did call and they said they had NOT done a card for the very reason I had concern!:eek:

[happypcgal]

I do a lot of recognition in my newsletter, and I include the person's name and town so the rest of the team knows that this person is further away.

If they do earn something from me, I try to mail it within a few days of the meeting. I often don't tell folks WHAT they are getting so that for long distance folks I can send Staples gift cards, extra supplies, etc.

Another "reward" I give from time to time is postage stamps; easy to get, easy to mail and always needed!

[its_me_susan]

What do you do that doesn't cost too much, but still makes the long-distance downline feel special AND included in the cluster?

I try to send my long distance consultant (this one is a worker so I do want her to know I am thinking about her and her efforts - we talk by IM and phone alot too)... I like to send occassional care packages. I'll send copies of motivational or PC CDs I like, Booster stickers, postcards she can use. I sent her qualfying pin when she qualifiesd. I think when she has her 1st $1000 month I'm going to send a "congratulations" helium balloon in a box. :)

I've sent her $10 from Nancy's once too.

[Happy Chef]

I haven't heard about the balloon in a box- I love that! Where do you get them?