Have you ever observed birds who fly South for the winter? You may have already noticed that they fly in a V-Shape formation. Some of you are probably wondering why they do this. Scientists have studied the reason behind it, and the results are really quite interesting. The shape of the formation actually helps reduce the drag force that each bird experiences when they are flying alone. When the birds take this formation they have wingtip vortices that reduce the drag.

Just like the birds, your business can also progress with the help of affiliates. They are partners that will assist you in becoming the best and are willing to give you ideas and aid you in times of trouble.

Let’s take a look at Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, a famous Filipino boxer who put the sport into a new level of competition. With outstanding record, he was rated by Ring Magazine as the number 1 pound-for-pound boxer in the world. The Filipino superstar is the very first boxer in the sport history to win seven world titles in different weight divisions.

With his impressive record that made a great impact in the history of boxing, he is considered to be the "Fighting Pride of the Philippines" and called the "Mexicutioner", the Mexican boxer’s nightmare. He has a total of 50 wins, 38 of them by knockout!

Now you may ask, what is his secret?

Indeed, he has a great skill and athleticism but what made him to be who he is now is the people around him. His team who stood by him through trials, defeats and victories gave him the confidence that he is winning the battles regardless of the results.

He got his long-time Coach, Freddie Roach to make sure he trains at his optimal condition. He pushes him to the limit and designs his training to a new scale that would shock opponents like never before.

He has all out support from his Promoter Bob Arum that makes sure that every fight is in the best deal ever.

His dog pound "Team Pacquiao" brings out tremendous support that gives him confidence and motivation in every fight.

We can certainly learn from Pacquiao’s strategy in winning. He was sure that he is in the right company that will provide momentum.

In this business we have, we need to be surrounded with people that will give us honest constructive criticism, accelerate our way of thinking and challenge us to be the best.

I’m talking about affiliates, our own trustworthy JV’s that is a vital part of our success. Now here are two powerful things to consider on choosing certified partners:

1. FIND SUPPORT

According to John Maxwell, the Law of Attraction states that "who you are is who you attract". Find someone who will produce completeness and perfection in your business. It may seem to idealistic in thinking but there’s someone out there who is willing to partner with you that can improve and help in your "Achilles heel" or weakness. This will save you tons of regression and gives you momentum, someone who will definitely put you on great challenge and support.

2. UNDERSTAND THE POWER OF INFLUENCE

Leadership is not all about position, it’s about Influence. Some people follow you because they have to, but some people follow you because of who you are and what you represent. It may take a longer time to establish your own influence but there’s an option to affiliate with someone who is already proven to be influential and learn from that person as you go along.

Remember "No man is an Island", we all need a team that will be the network of our success. Be in the right company and triumph over difficulties now!

It’s time for you to knockout the enemy and win!