Frequently Asked Questions & Concerns
1. Is there an easier version of ActionVision "ActionVision Lite"?
The easiest way to get started on ActionVision is to take it a small piece at a time. Start with the "Yellow Detailed Startup Program" and then watch the video. The Express Connection will give you an easy way to get started by just focusing on one or two things each month. Within a few months, with the assistance of your ActionVision certified consultant you will determine which pieces are the best for you.
2. Why is the print on the plans so small?
ActionVision has been developed and designed over many years. Everything on the front page of your plan is designed to allow viewing of all necessary information. Having all that information available in such a small space takes some getting used to. Within 30 to 60 days you will be able to locate all necessary information at a glance. You'll also understand why we worked so hard to squeeze it all on to one page.
3. When I first look at the plan it seems so complicated.
There are a number of things being measured and tracked. It has taken many years to fine tune the ActionVision system to enable all the necessary information to be located on the page in an order which is conducive to quick analysis and review. Others have found that once they have an understanding of where the information is located on the plan, it becomes very easy to understand and implement.
4. How am I supposed to follow up on all the actions?
While the plans are limited to 20 major actions, it can be overwhelming to try to do everything all at once. It is not unusual for an individual to complete only 20% to 30% of the actions at the start. It is important to remember that the plan is where you want to go, not where you currently are. Your certified consultant is trained to assist you in following through on your actions based on your strengths, weaknesses, skills, and personality. In most situations, you will be making significant progress within 60 to 90 days toward getting many more of the actions completed every month.
5. I don't understand how to do every action.
While it is important to have a basic understanding of most of the actions, there will be some that need to be further defined as you implement the system. Many users have said that they feel it is important to give yourself some time to really absorb the information and actions within the plan. Your board members / accountability partners, in addition to the certified individual working with you to implement the plan, will also play an important role in assisting you with a better understanding of how to complete each action.
6. I feel overwhelmed right now. Will it get any easier?
It's common to feel a little overwhelmed with the whole system when you first receive it. Everyone needs some time to become comfortable. If you are still uncomfortable at 60 to 90 days, please let your certified consultant know. Sometimes adjustments are needed. Completing the monthly survey will also assist us in monitoring your progress toward your WOW experience.
7. How much time do I really need to invest in implementing the system?
We recommend that you review your plan once each month with your board members / accountability partners. We recommend that you take 20 to 30 minutes each month to do that. Some individuals will review their plan on a daily basis for three to five minutes, while others will review it once each week. The minimum amount of time is three minutes each month. The system is designed to literally become a part of your subconscious, so that after a few months your daily focus will be in line with your plan. Because of this, you spend very little time actually working on the system, as you begin to enjoy the benefits of it becoming a part of your life.
8. Is this like a monthly report card?
The ActionVision is not a report card! We encourage individuals to view it more like a pulse of how they are doing in completing the actions necessary to reach their dreams. Sometimes individuals will become frustrated too quickly by not completing their actions and will feel that ActionVision is not working for them. Actually, it is doing exactly what it is designed to do: assisting in identifying areas of strength and areas in which you need to improve. Don't be too hard on yourself as this will take away from your success. This is designed to be a long-term, life-changing system. Remember, you didn't get to where you are overnight and you won't change overnight. ActionVision and your certified consultant will be there monthly to assist you in reaching your dreams.
9. Is the plan flexible and can I change the plan as I work with it?
We recommend that an individual not make changes to the plan for 90 days. After that, changes and enhancements may be made and are usually noted on the reverse side of the plan. In most situations, the actions need not be changed. Users have found that specific actions sometimes take on whole new meanings as the system is used. ActionVision has a great deal of flexibility and will adjust with you.
10. Is there any other system out there like ActionVision?
ActionVision has never replaced anything an individual, company, or organization currently has in place. ActionVision takes whatever system is in place and makes it more efficient and effective. The approach, tools, systems, methods, and speed with which it can be implemented make the ActionVision system totally unique.
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Synergy Team,
I just want to say that my Realtors tell me how they are WOW'ed by the persistent, consistent communication that "I" send to my Realtors showing them that "Bob's for real, Bob's in the game." You and I know that it's not just what I'm doing; it's also thanks to ActionVision which helps me plan my every step so I can keep focused on the big pieces that are the most beneficial to my business; it's the dynamite combination of MaxSys {monthly newsletter system) and SAM {e-mail/phone/mailing combo system} that are helping me build my referral base with much less stress and effort on my part - they help to carry the ball to the ten yard line so I can go in for the touchdown. What I especially like is how MaxSys and SAM work together to show my referral sources that I'm serious about helping them build their business. MaxSys has a "homemade" feel to it that allows me to show how much I care for my referral sources and clients. SAM gives this a different kind of twist to help me gain the trust and respect of my referral sources, while letting me help them with their business, in hopes of my gaining some of that new business they otherwise would not have had.
Thanks for making my life run so much more smoothly, team. One of the best perks is that the time I save using these systems lets my wife and I visit our daughter and her family in Florida twice a year the past two years, where we never went more than once a year in the past.
Bob Donnelly
Home Express Mortgage
Chicago
Donna,
Thanks for calling me recently to see how Action Vision was working for me. I believe strongly that all very successful businesses need a
written plan with measurable goals and defined steps that need to be taken to achieve those goals. And, you need a system to measure your success. For me, Action Vision is a very positive and motivating system that will help me achieve the success I desire. Action Vision is my written business plan for success. My A/V plan keeps me organized and focused on the things I need to do to succeed, and it measures how well I am doing. I feel great satisfaction when I accomplish the tasks I set at to do each month and I am even more motivated to push myself harder in order to succeed in any area I have come up short of my goal. Lastly, I have a great coach and motivator in Jon Nicholson. Jon provides me with honest and unbiased advice as well as excellent sales tips. Jon always makes me feel that he cares about my success above all else.
Have a great day; I look forward to talking to you again soon.
Bob Lauper
Mortgage Consultant
Compass Mortgage, Inc.
Office: (630) 836-2540 Cell: (630) 363-4582
Fax: (630) 836-2590
boblauper@ecompassmortgage.com
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From: "Linda Alexander" <lindaja@concentric.net> Re/Max Classic
To: "Mark Boersma" <mboersma@synergysolutions.net> Synergy Solutions, Inc.
Dear Mark,
I wanted to let you know how much I get out of your monthly coaching call. I always look forward to it and come away energized! I just wanted to let you know how important it is to me for both my personal and business life.
Linda
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Mark Boersma,
Great talking with you today...I'm find myself humming the "Rocky" theme song when I get off the phone with you!
A funny story that I've meant to mention to you the last month: while showing a listing (a gorgeous new construction 4700+ sq/ft for $1 million) I bumped into the builder and spoke to him for a couple minutes and then again later that day to have a couple questions answered. Total conversation time 10 minutes, tops. A week later he called to have me listthe home just because he liked "my attitude!" Synergy puts a spring in my step because I know where I'm going!
Regarding my professional business development, I'd like to have my chiropractor contacted for a business x-ray and pursue a mutually beneficial referral resource. He just sold his house & bought a home thru me. Now that that is taken care of I'd like for him to know about Synergy. How do we proceed?
Thanks!
Amy Bendigkeit
Koenig & Strey/GMAC
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Thanks for the e-mail, I had a totally awesome week, and negotiated 5 contracts in one day. With the direction I have been receiving from my synergy coach, my staffing dilemmas are getting closer to resolution. My income for April, May & June will average double what I did for February & March. I give you all a 9!
Anita
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Jon,
Kati BusbyInterFirst

Just wanted to tell you how well AV is going for me so far. Mark sent me an e-mail telling me that Ive seen a 30% increase in my productivity since I started ActionVision. There are days where I can actually feel the difference ;).
Thanks for keeping up w/ me, checking in to make sure Im staying on top of my assignments, and being there to provide me w/ ideas and suggestions for improving my business life as well as showing me how to have more time to enjoy my personal life.
I look forward to growing and improving even more over time. Thanks for being a part of that.
--Kati Busby
InterFirst
Bob DonnellyHome Express Mortgage
Synergy Team,
I just want to say that my Realtors tell me how they are WOW'ed by the
persistent, consistent communication that "I" send to my Realtors showing them
that "Bob's for real, Bob's in the game." You and I know that it's not just
what I'm doing; it's also thanks to ActionVision which helps me plan my every
step so I can keep focused on the big pieces that are the most beneficial to my
business; it's the dynamite combination of MaxSys {monthly newsletter system)
and SAM {e-mail/phone/mailing combo system} that are helping me build my
referral base with much less stress and effort on my part - they help to carry
the ball to the ten yard line so I can go in for the touchdown. What I
especially like is how MaxSys and SAM work together to show my referral sources
that I'm serious about helping them build their business. MaxSys has a
"homemade" feel to it that allows me to show how much I care for my referral
sources and clients. SAM gives this a different kind of twist to help me gain
the trust and respect of my referral sources, while letting me help them with
their business, in hopes of my gaining some of that new business they otherwise
would not have had.
Thanks for making my life run so much more smoothly, team. One of the best
perks is that the time I save using these systems lets my wife and I visit our
daughter and her family in Florida twice a year the past two years, where we
never went more than once a year in the past.
Bob Donnelly
Home Express Mortgage
Chicago
Guy BenjaminAdvent Mortgage, Inc.
Dear Mark, Jon, and Synergy team,
Thank you for all of your help over the past few months. Ive really enjoyed being on ActionVision and seeing my business improve as a result.
I have seen an 18% increase in me productivity since I started ActionVision. Despite some health challenges, my working together with Jon has still produced great things in my business. In my first few months, Ive also seen growth in the areas of time blocking and getting referrals from past clients. I believe things will only continue to improve!
Thank you for your support, time, and energy! I look forward to building my business alongside your team.
Sincerely,
Guy Benjamin
Advent Mortgage, Inc.