Network Marketing Companies
Sounds like there has not been a lot of positive experience with network marketing companies amongst the members of this forum.
As a consultant to home-based business people over the years I must admit that I have come across LOTS OF SCAMS!!! However there are literally hundreds of legitimate companies out there and people who are quietly (and not so quietly) making money running those businesses.
Part of the problem with MLM is that it has gotten a reputation as being a bunch of "get rich quick" schemes. This is reinforced by shady individuals who jump from program to program making promises of big payouts without little or no work. Any legitimate network marketing business is going to take time to build. Just like any other business it is going to take an investment of time and money.
Just like you can't open a more traditional store without learning the business,investing in product,and putting in time, a network marketing company is not going to build itself.
Yes, the potential is unlimited but it is not for everybody. No matter how good the product, it is sales. Can you handle the 10 nos you need to get to yes?
First you need to believe in and USE the products or services yourself.
Second, you need to be involved with a solid company with quality products and a support system.
Third, you need to choose your sponsor wisely. do they seem knowledgeable about the product? Can you ask questions and get information? Are they able to assist you in selling and recruiting?
I know quite a few people who have made and who are making a part-time and even a very good full-time living with solid network marketing companies. Including myself.
It is not the business model that is the culprit, its usually the misrepresentation of that model that gives the industry a bad name.
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