Before you sign up
Written by Wendy Krick on May 11, 2008 11:19 am
with an MLM Here are some things to think about…
1. Do a Google search on the company. Do you see any negative?
2. Who are the owners of the company?
3. Read the Policy’s and Procedures. How many pages is it. Statistically if there is only a few pages, then it is a company with a low overhead which means more money in the distributor’s pocket. If there is many pages and you need a lawyer to read it, run! You probably have a company who is looking out for the company’s best interests rather than yours.
4.Look for a company that has been around over 2 years. (This gives it time to go through the growing pains)
5.Products?-Ask yourself this…”Would I buy this product if there wasn’t a business opportunity attached?” If the answer is no the run in the other direction.
6.Will people buy the product at retail?
7.Also, do an EBay search for the products. If there are pages and pages of the company products being sold on e-bay then there is a good chance people in the company have a hard time selling the products.
8 What is the compensation plan?A good plan is a plan that pays the most for the least amount of people.
9 Is there a duplicatable System in Place? People do not duplicate, systems do. Be sure there is a system in place.
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About the Author: Wendy Krick
Member Since: 12/10/2007
Industry: Affiliate Marketing
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The systems cliche Nice
Any system is not fool proof...PERIOD...the devaluing of the human mind by making people reliant on systems is actually sickening. Leaders are what help people succeed. Imagine if my system told everyone within it to advertise at the same unproductive site....how is that worth anything? The system philosophy is one that everyone bought into with social security as well...... It stymies the natural creativity of people! If you are relying on a system that is not continually tested by you then you are not going to go far in your business if the people you sponsor are relying on that system. Have you ever seen technology fail? If yes....then the system can not be the sole means of sponsorship...if it is not allowing members to stay on the move as the internet evolves then it is even worse. I really love the article but just had to disagree with that one point. Sponsor's are the system for long term growth...trust yourself and believe in the people you are sponsoring as intelligent, creative, and valuable members of your organization. Wendy you are the best...Keep that big smile on and keep rockin' in your business and this community.
Your friend,
Daniel Pyle
I Love The Way You Disagree Daniel
Daniel,
Your kind disagreement on this point of systems vs people is worth savoring! I was never too sure I agreed with the point about systems being duplicable almost to the point of infallibility and all that. Now I know why.
As an aside, now I know that with critiques like yourself, I can go ahead and write my 2 cents worth with confidence, because even if you disagree. I feel that I will not be pushed to the ground and in fact, will learn something in the process. It's a testimony to the quality of this community.
Raging fan,
Anthony
Thank both of you for your feedback. I really appreciate it. Daniel, I totally understand what you are saying. I probably should have clarified. All systems are not do not duplicate. I'll give an example of what I mean. I was at one time involved in a business where there was a system that everyone who signed up into the business needed to buy marketing materials as well as invest $500 plus in advertising. Well as you and I both know, not everyone can do this. So that is why I always say duplicatable system. There needs to be duplicatable system in place so the average person can also work the business with success. I hope this makes sense. I also agree that the system should not be the sole way. You are bang on here. The thing that is nice about the system is it gives the new people a place to start while learning the skills they need.
Thanks again for your comments.
~Wendy