·Above all – show your appreciation. Let every Consultant on your team know they are an important part of your "Business" family and that you are there to support and guide them.

As Napoleon Hill stated in his book Napoleon Hill's Keys to Success, "People will work harder for personal recognition and a word of commendation where it is deserved than they will for money alone."

This observation helps emphasize power of recognition and praise your team needs for their achievements, big or small. It is a very strong motivational tool.

One of greatest rewards of being in Direct Sales industry is feeling of community one has with fellow consultants. In fact, bonds you form with customers, hostesses, and consultants often become lasting and rewarding friendships that you can enjoy for rest of your life. Set a goal to cultivate this same feeling of family among your own team of Consultants through regular gatherings, frequent communication and most important ingredient…love. The Direct Selling Women's Association stives to provide quality information, products and services that benefit Direct Sellers worldwide.

The team building aspect of network marketing is of vital importance to success of each individual member and to team as a whole. Two key elements of team building are trust and confidence and these factors play a very large role, particularly for new team members.

As a team leader, you need to be knowledgeable about business (products, services, or whatever) and straightforward with answers to questions about business as well as providing timely and thorough support to your team members. These actions will cement relationship and build trust and confidence among your team members.