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Bonus Types

Additional earning opportunities beyond commissions.

Types of Bonuses

Achievement Bonuses

BonusTrigger
Rank AchievementFirst time achieving a rank
Milestone BonusReaching volume milestones
New Rank BonusAdvancing to higher rank

Performance Bonuses

BonusTrigger
Leadership BonusPerformance of qualified legs
Team Building BonusGrowing active teams
Volume BonusExceeding volume targets

Special Bonuses

BonusTrigger
Contest PrizesPromotional competitions
Incentive TripsTravel rewards
Recognition AwardsSpecial achievements

Customer Acquisition Bonus (CAB)

PropertyDetail
Unique featureAccessible without a business license
EligibilityCustomers (not just partners)
PurposeRegulatory compliance mechanism
StatusMay 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

AspectDetail
WhenPer bonus terms
HowCredited to account
SplitMay follow 70/30 OCA/BW
TaxesYour responsibility

Qualification for Bonuses

Bonuses typically require:

  • Specific rank
  • Volume thresholds
  • Activity requirements
  • Compliance (good standing)

Bonus vs Commission

CommissionsBonuses
Ongoing per purchaseUsually triggered events
Level-basedAchievement-based
Predictable structureMay be promotional

Current Bonus Programs

Check for current programs:

  • Back Office announcements
  • Company communications
  • Official Compensation Plan
  • Promotions calendar