tripleclicks.comHow do I pre-register new Localvantia merchants in my area?
12/20/2017
First, you should be aware of WHY pre-registering merchants is so important. By pre-registering merchants in your area for the Localvantia program, you lock in your crediting, so when that merchant ends up a Localvantia merchant, YOU will be listed as the person who referred them and earn all the associated rewards. Pre-registration also helps merchants started quickly and easily. So, when the merchant receives your invitation letter, he/she can go to Localvantia.com and they will already be 80% ready to go with their business listing almost entirely already pre-populated. Then, with just a few quick clicks, they can be off and running, live in the Localvantia.com search engine, and attracting new customers because of it! We consider this to be a critical part of the Localvantia program succeeding and growing around the world!
Here's how to pre-register your Localvantia merchants:
- Visit your favorite merchant(s).
- Take a good picture of their storefront.
- Go to https://www.sfimg.com/MyAccount/lv_prereg and complete the pre-registration form for the merchant and upload the photo you took.
- Send out your invitation letter and accompanying brochures to get your merchants formally on board with Localvantia. LEARN MORE.
Q: Is Localvantia just for the United States?
No! Localvantia is for ALL affiliates, ALL merchants, in ALL countries! As an SFI affiliate you can pre-register merchants wherever you live.
No! Localvantia is for ALL affiliates, ALL merchants, in ALL countries! As an SFI affiliate you can pre-register merchants wherever you live.
Q: Does the Localvantia app work on my smart phone?
Localvantia is fully mobile-friendly and should work great on your smart phone.
Localvantia is fully mobile-friendly and should work great on your smart phone.
Q: Why would merchants want to participate in the Localvantia program?
Because it's one of the easiest ways to increase their sales. Think about it: Are YOU more likely to shop at the local merchants in your area that reward you with free rewards? Of course. And what about the dozens, hundreds, or thousands of other affiliates and members in the area? They too will have a great incentive to buy from “Localvantians.”
Because it's one of the easiest ways to increase their sales. Think about it: Are YOU more likely to shop at the local merchants in your area that reward you with free rewards? Of course. And what about the dozens, hundreds, or thousands of other affiliates and members in the area? They too will have a great incentive to buy from “Localvantians.”
Q: Is Localvantia expensive for merchants to participate in?
Definitely not. In fact, for most merchants, the sales they’ll get from being in the Localvantia network will cost them just a few cents. Compared to the cost of advertising in newspapers, on radio, etc., Localvantia may be THE best bargain in advertising and customer retainment they will EVER see.
Definitely not. In fact, for most merchants, the sales they’ll get from being in the Localvantia network will cost them just a few cents. Compared to the cost of advertising in newspapers, on radio, etc., Localvantia may be THE best bargain in advertising and customer retainment they will EVER see.
Q: How long will it take me to get my Rewardicals earned from Localvantia merchants?
We've streamlined the process for getting your Rewardicals to make it as speedy as possible. Learn how to earn and claim your Rewardials HERE.
Q: Will Localvantia make it easier to recruit new affiliates and keep them active?
We sure think so! Your PSAs can now qualify as Executive Affiliates each month just by buying what they normally buy around town and then redeeming their resulting Rewardicals for rank-qualifying Versapoints. That’s huge! So, yes, Localvantia could very well be a game-changer!
We sure think so! Your PSAs can now qualify as Executive Affiliates each month just by buying what they normally buy around town and then redeeming their resulting Rewardicals for rank-qualifying Versapoints. That’s huge! So, yes, Localvantia could very well be a game-changer!
Q: Can I pre-register merchants outside of my area?
No. We want all merchants to have a LOCAL contact. Therefore, you are limited to merchants in your area.
No. We want all merchants to have a LOCAL contact. Therefore, you are limited to merchants in your area.
Q: What is considered “local?”
If the merchant is located close enough that you’d be comfortable driving to visit their store or have a meeting as their Account Manager on short notice, they can probably be considered local for you.
If the merchant is located close enough that you’d be comfortable driving to visit their store or have a meeting as their Account Manager on short notice, they can probably be considered local for you.
Q: How will merchants be convinced to opt in to the Localvantia program?
For starters, Localvantia can clearly be seen as one of the easiest, most affordable methods available for them to create new customers and sales. Being a Localvantia merchant also gives them access to great free tools to help them increase their sales. And then there’s this: All prospective Localvantia merchants are advised of the number of current SFI affiliates and TC members in their area. Imagine being a merchant and being able to sign up for Localvantia and immediately tap into dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of area affiliates and TC members hungry for free rewards! And we make sure all those affiliates and members are aware of every Localvantia merchant in their area. That is, we prominently and directly promote Localvantia merchants to all our affiliates and members!
For starters, Localvantia can clearly be seen as one of the easiest, most affordable methods available for them to create new customers and sales. Being a Localvantia merchant also gives them access to great free tools to help them increase their sales. And then there’s this: All prospective Localvantia merchants are advised of the number of current SFI affiliates and TC members in their area. Imagine being a merchant and being able to sign up for Localvantia and immediately tap into dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of area affiliates and TC members hungry for free rewards! And we make sure all those affiliates and members are aware of every Localvantia merchant in their area. That is, we prominently and directly promote Localvantia merchants to all our affiliates and members!
Q: Can my PSAs earn enough Rewardicals to redeem for 1500 VP (for Executive Affiliate status) just by shopping at Localvantia merchants?
Yes! And not only that, but as an Executive Affiliate they’ll earn one share of the Executive Pool for each VP. In other words, not only can your PSAs earn EA status each month without adding anything to their budget, but they’ll also earn income from SFI…meaning they can get all their groceries, gas, etc. at a discount price! To redeem their Rewardicals for VP and other goodies, they can go to Rewardicals.com.
Yes! And not only that, but as an Executive Affiliate they’ll earn one share of the Executive Pool for each VP. In other words, not only can your PSAs earn EA status each month without adding anything to their budget, but they’ll also earn income from SFI…meaning they can get all their groceries, gas, etc. at a discount price! To redeem their Rewardicals for VP and other goodies, they can go to Rewardicals.com.
Q: Is there be a way for affiliates, TC members, and the general public to easily discover the Localvantia merchants in their area?
Absolutely! Localvantia.com features a searchable directory of every Localvantia merchant. Every merchant has a “profile page” with extensive information, photos, ratings and reviews, and more. Example: Looking for Localvantia restaurants? You can quickly pull up just these merchants in your area, view photos, read reviews, and more.
Absolutely! Localvantia.com features a searchable directory of every Localvantia merchant. Every merchant has a “profile page” with extensive information, photos, ratings and reviews, and more. Example: Looking for Localvantia restaurants? You can quickly pull up just these merchants in your area, view photos, read reviews, and more.
Q: What if one of my PSAs is looking for, say, gasoline stations in his area?
Your PSA can go to Localvantia.com, do a search on the gasoline/fuel category. Each found merchant has a profile page so that your PSA can compare the stations, find the one closest to him/her (via a Google map), and see how many Rewardicals they can earn by filling up their tank there! They can the redeem their Rewardicals for VP and other goodies at Rewardicals.com.
Your PSA can go to Localvantia.com, do a search on the gasoline/fuel category. Each found merchant has a profile page so that your PSA can compare the stations, find the one closest to him/her (via a Google map), and see how many Rewardicals they can earn by filling up their tank there! They can the redeem their Rewardicals for VP and other goodies at Rewardicals.com.
Q: What should the storefront photo look like that we need to take and upload when pre-registering a merchant?
Here are a few examples:
Here are a few examples:
Q: What if it’s a business that doesn’t have a storefront?
You should, as a general rule, target businesses with storefronts, but if there is no storefront for, say, a local photographer who operates from his or her home, we suggest photographing the owner of the business, perhaps posing with his or her camera.
You should, as a general rule, target businesses with storefronts, but if there is no storefront for, say, a local photographer who operates from his or her home, we suggest photographing the owner of the business, perhaps posing with his or her camera.
Q: Is there literature, brochures, X-Cards, etc. available to give to prospective merchants or for following up?
Yes. You can get more information about professional Localvantia letterhead, brochures, and envelopes HERE. We will be releasing more marketing aids, both of the printed and digital variety, in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.
Yes. You can get more information about professional Localvantia letterhead, brochures, and envelopes HERE. We will be releasing more marketing aids, both of the printed and digital variety, in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.
Q: What about brand new SFI affiliates? How will they know about the merchants in their area that offer Rewardicals for shopping with them?
When a new affiliate comes aboard, we let them know about all the Localvantia merchants that they can shop at to earn Rewardicals. As their sponsor, you can help make sure they know about Localvantia merchants, too.
When a new affiliate comes aboard, we let them know about all the Localvantia merchants that they can shop at to earn Rewardicals. As their sponsor, you can help make sure they know about Localvantia merchants, too.
Q: Are the merchants I pre-register permanently mine?
That depends on you. All merchants you pre-register need to be thought of as accounts, accounts that must be maintained and cared for. For most merchants, we expect them to opt in to the program without a lot of fuss…and there may be little, if any, ongoing care needed by you, their account manager. However, there will absolutely be some merchants that will require follow-ups by you, which could include direct mail, phone calls, or personal meetings. If you’re not willing to be active in this way, you should not pre-register Localvantia merchants.
That depends on you. All merchants you pre-register need to be thought of as accounts, accounts that must be maintained and cared for. For most merchants, we expect them to opt in to the program without a lot of fuss…and there may be little, if any, ongoing care needed by you, their account manager. However, there will absolutely be some merchants that will require follow-ups by you, which could include direct mail, phone calls, or personal meetings. If you’re not willing to be active in this way, you should not pre-register Localvantia merchants.
Q: What is the point of following up on the merchants I pre-register?
First, and most importantly, a follow-up is the mechanism for getting the merchant to confirm the information you’ve pre-registered and formally opted in to the Localvantia program. Without the merchant doing this, the pre-registration means nothing! Beyond this, we want the merchant to be fully aware of ALL of the program’s potential benefits so that they are active participants. This benefits you, the account manager, of course, because it can mean a much higher volume of Rewardicals being dispensed by the merchant–which of course means more rewards for you. Learn about closing your pre-registered merchant HERE.
First, and most importantly, a follow-up is the mechanism for getting the merchant to confirm the information you’ve pre-registered and formally opted in to the Localvantia program. Without the merchant doing this, the pre-registration means nothing! Beyond this, we want the merchant to be fully aware of ALL of the program’s potential benefits so that they are active participants. This benefits you, the account manager, of course, because it can mean a much higher volume of Rewardicals being dispensed by the merchant–which of course means more rewards for you. Learn about closing your pre-registered merchant HERE.
Q: Are there other aspects of Localvantia for merchants besides just gaining new customers because of SFI sending its affiliates their way?
Yes! Localvantia merchants have a slick and easy way to create special discounts and deals to bring in existing customers and attract new customers too. And we help them promote their special offers, too, by alerting every SFI affiliate and TC member in the area—at little or no cost to the merchant! Other powerful free and inexpensive sales boosters are also planned for Localvantia merchants.
Yes! Localvantia merchants have a slick and easy way to create special discounts and deals to bring in existing customers and attract new customers too. And we help them promote their special offers, too, by alerting every SFI affiliate and TC member in the area—at little or no cost to the merchant! Other powerful free and inexpensive sales boosters are also planned for Localvantia merchants.
Q: Can the merchants that I pre-register edit their listing, submit a new photo of their storefront, etc.
Yes. The idea is that by pre-registering them you make it easy for them to get started, but they can replace the photo you took (and add more photos if they want to). They can also update/edit what you’ve entered as well as add much more information to “fill out” their store’s profile in our directory. We also provide a detailed starting guide to help them with this process.
Yes. The idea is that by pre-registering them you make it easy for them to get started, but they can replace the photo you took (and add more photos if they want to). They can also update/edit what you’ve entered as well as add much more information to “fill out” their store’s profile in our directory. We also provide a detailed starting guide to help them with this process.
Q: What if I don’t do the follow-ups and/or don’t continue to manage my accounts?
If you’re negligent in these areas, your accounts will be eventually reassigned to another account manager in your area, typically one that has demonstrated prowess. The fact is, Localvantia will not be successful if merchants are simply pre-registered and then left to “wither on the vine.” With the Localvantia program, proactiveness by those referring the merchants is key. If we want results, if we want to create a truly powerful and beneficial network of merchants where all SFI affiliates can earn rewards at, we can’t be bashful or demure. If we want to build something truly great here, we need our merchant accounts in the hands of our most productive affiliates. Ultimately, this is best for everyone.
If you’re negligent in these areas, your accounts will be eventually reassigned to another account manager in your area, typically one that has demonstrated prowess. The fact is, Localvantia will not be successful if merchants are simply pre-registered and then left to “wither on the vine.” With the Localvantia program, proactiveness by those referring the merchants is key. If we want results, if we want to create a truly powerful and beneficial network of merchants where all SFI affiliates can earn rewards at, we can’t be bashful or demure. If we want to build something truly great here, we need our merchant accounts in the hands of our most productive affiliates. Ultimately, this is best for everyone.
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