Status: Unreviewed
Bonus Types
Additional earning opportunities beyond commissions.
Types of Bonuses
Achievement Bonuses
| Bonus | Trigger |
|---|---|
| Rank Achievement | First time achieving a rank |
| Milestone Bonus | Reaching volume milestones |
| New Rank Bonus | Advancing to higher rank |
Performance Bonuses
| Bonus | Trigger |
|---|---|
| Leadership Bonus | Performance of qualified legs |
| Team Building Bonus | Growing active teams |
| Volume Bonus | Exceeding volume targets |
Special Bonuses
| Bonus | Trigger |
|---|---|
| Contest Prizes | Promotional competitions |
| Incentive Trips | Travel rewards |
| Recognition Awards | Special achievements |
Customer Acquisition Bonus (CAB)
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Unique feature | Accessible without a business license |
| Eligibility | Customers (not just partners) |
| Purpose | Regulatory compliance mechanism |
| Status | May be removed if not needed for compliance |
The CAB is a special bonus designed to comply with global regulatory standards. Unlike other bonuses, customers who do not hold a business license can participate in and earn from this bonus. This is the only exception to the rule that commission-earning requires a business license.
Specific bonuses per official Compensation Plan.
How Bonuses Work
One-Time Bonuses
- Paid once when triggered
- Usually for achievements
- Example: First Star 5 achievement
Recurring Bonuses
- Paid repeatedly when qualified
- Usually performance-based
- Example: Monthly leadership bonus
Bonus Pool Bonuses
Some companies have bonus pools:
- Percentage of company volume
- Shared among qualified IAs
- Requirements to participate
Bonus Payment
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| When | Per bonus terms |
| How | Credited to account |
| Split | May follow 70/30 OCA/BW |
| Taxes | Your responsibility |
Qualification for Bonuses
Bonuses typically require:
- Specific rank
- Volume thresholds
- Activity requirements
- Compliance (good standing)
Bonus vs Commission
| Commissions | Bonuses |
|---|---|
| Ongoing per purchase | Usually triggered events |
| Level-based | Achievement-based |
| Predictable structure | May be promotional |
Current Bonus Programs
Check for current programs:
- Back Office announcements
- Company communications
- Official Compensation Plan
- Promotions calendar