Network Marketing Tip: The 5 Things You Don't Need To Build A Network Marketing Business
Read More: By: Warren Little
In no particular order , here are the 5 things you DON"T need to build a large profitable network marketing business.
1. Degrees and/or Credential
Thousands of people have been successful in networking without the benefit of college degrees and such. One of my personal most successful mentors is a high school dropout. Since networking is so unlike other businesses, the rules are different here. It’s quite possible, actually quite common, to build a large successful organization without having any credentials or degrees.
An argument could almost be made against having diplomas in this business, for people may feel that because their sponsor has an advanced business degree — they need one too. This is not duplicatable and entirely unnecessary. If you or your sponsor has a degree, great. It’s just not necessary for success in network marketing.
2. Others Peoples Approval
Of anyone, except yourself. Sometimes even your spouse may not approve of your network marketing business. This is actually a frequent initial response, but we’ve seen thousands of people who have built huge businesses without the help of their spouse. Of course, after that, the spouse usually comes on board enthusiastically and things really take off.
One of the hardest facts of business to face is that not everybody is ready for success, or is as enlightened as you.
Don’t be at all surprised to find that some of your closest friends and family members will ridicule you; not join your organization and/or even listen to a presentation; question your sanity; ask why someone with a “real” job would “mess around with one of those multi-level deals”; or all of the above. Then they will feel obligated to regale you with horror stories of people who “got a horrible rash just drinking that stuff,” or have “a garage full of that stuff they can’t get rid of.”
It’s best to give these “well-meaning” souls a wry smile, thank them for their input and get away from them as quickly as possible.
3. A Network Of Your Friends And Family
Now please don’t misunderstand; if you get them in your group, great! I know families with three generations in their networking business and it’s a beautiful thing to behold. Other times, the hardest presentation you ever give might be to a family member or best friend.
Sometimes you just can’t be a prophet in your own hometown. Direct selling is full of individuals who have built networks in the thousands without having a single member of their family, or so-called best friends, in their group. I know, because I’m one of them.
4. Negative Uninformed Advice
Oftentimes a new distributor will get involved with network marketing and get all kinds of well-meaning advice from friends who have never built a networking business.
If you want to know how to fly airplanes, you must get advice from an expert pilot. If you want to build a network, look at your sponsorship line and find someone who has already built a large network. Those are the people to seek out for advice.
5. Perfection
The perfect company, product line, or compensation plan hasn’t been invented yet. Like every- thing in nature, it must evolve. Your job is to look at the whole picture — and if the pluses outweigh the minuses — get started.
If you sit around waiting for perfection — you’ll be waiting forever. Don’t make the mistake many novices make which is to think that they can’t do anything until they have tried every single product, read every scrap of literature and completely understood every minute detail of the compensation plan.
The important thing is to get started and learn as you go. Having said that:
One of the most important things I can assure you you WILL need to build a large & profitable network marketing organization is an effective coach.
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About the Author: Warren Little
Member Since: 05/16/2009
I'm a Distributor For:: Chews-4-Health International
Industry: MLM
Primary Web Site: http://www.WarrenLittle.info
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Things That You Don't Need
I wish more people had access to this article. This is a good article, especially for newbies!.
Loralyn Tate
Great article! I agree that
Great article! I agree that none of those things listed are needed for success in this industry! I really liked what you said about the approval of others and the negative influences/"advice" of others who have not done what it is we are aiming to achieve!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Cherie
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PERFECT Example Of What To DO...& NOT TO DO!!
DO.....Write A Great Article Like Warren!!!....Right on target...
"The most expensive thing on earth is OTHER PEOPLE'S OPINIONS"
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"You don't have to get it right...you just have to get it going"
Two sayings I incorporated into my life...and I haven't looked back
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Also....#4 "Negative Uninformed Advice"....a lot of people need to pay attention to that one.....
What NOT to do....just look @ the first comment!!!....C'mon David.....that's just so WRONG!!....absolutely comical....but WRONG!!
Perfection is the Enemy of the Possible
Hi, Warren, great article - as usual. I totally agree with your comments.
Even before I read it, I was thinking about your last point.
Things will never be perfect, so we must begin where we are with the tools we have at hand.
If we wait for perfection, we will never get ANY job done. I read someplace that about 80 % of the people who buy products and services in the internet marketing arena, never even use them. They get caught up in the hype of the moment and make a purchase.
Then they might read the material that they bought, but they don't implement anything because (take your pick) -
1. They don't know how to proceed.
2. They didn't realize it would be difficult. They bought the hype of "get rich quick" that the snake oil salesman sold, and now they realize they will have to work to actually do something to achieve the results they want.
3. Their "loved ones" tell them they can't do it.
4. They don't have anyone to ask questions when they arise...
The list goes on and on. And before my list goes on and on, I'll end my comments here.
I loved the advice, and I'll keep all of these factors in mind. Thanks.
Angela
Perfection is the Enemy of the Possible
Hi, Warren,
Great article - as usual. I totally agree with your comments.
Even before I read it, I was thinking about your last point.
Things will never be perfect, so we must begin where we are with the tools we have at hand.
If we wait for perfection, we will never get ANY job done. I read someplace that about 80% of the people who buy products and services in the internet marketing arena, never even use them. They get caught up in the hype of the moment and make a purchase. The old 80/20 rule is in play again!
Then they might read the material that they bought, but they don't implement anything because (take your pick) -
1. They don't know how to proceed.
2. They didn't realize it would be difficult. They bought the hype of "get rich quick" that the snake oil salesman sold, and now they realize they will have to work to actually do something to achieve the results they want.
3. Their "loved ones" tell them they can't do it.
4. They don't have anyone to ask questions when they arise...
The list goes on and on. And before my list goes on and on, I'll end my comments here.
I loved the advice, and I'll keep all of these factors in mind. Thanks.
Angela
Helpful article
Hi Warren,
This is a great article that has helpful suggestions. I am a firm believer like Joe said, you don't have to be perfect, you just need to get it going. Everyone here has a vision, even so some of us may need better direction. What I say is step out of yourself and really scan what you are doing and saying to people. Do you feel safe, is this someone that you trust and want to build your dynasty with. I think I will focus on the Joe Munzers, Diane Hochmans of the world.
Great read Warren and I will share this with my groups.
Kathy Marshall
5 things
I would say these are 5 things you don't need to start any non-professional business. People are so afraid to start a business because they don't have the degree. Who cares ~ as long as your life experiences can make up for it.
Good thoughts from someone with a GREAT name
I like the analogy of the ship, it's easy to make course corrections once you are under way, but spinning the wheel while you are still tied to the dock is a waste of time.
Lethargy
Gets the best of us all at times. The key is ignoring it and getting on with life.
Classic Mistake
Cherie, bonjour... In answer to your question, either ignorance or bad manners... possibly both. :(
The 5 Deadly Sins!
Warren, your insight is amazing. Network marketing is the great equalizer. Nothing matters and anyone can be successful if they just realize it. Think and dream big and you will be successful.
Network Marketing Tip: The 5 Things You Don't Need To Build A Ne
Warren,great article.I know first hand about family and friends,when i was a newbie,i went to them with very bad results,i stay away from family and friends.But it gave me drive to continue.
Thanks Hollis
5 things
Thanks for the aricle. It is encouragement needed for anyone starting in business. Your mind regardless has to be made up, and you're right, to make it, a coach is necessary.
5 Great Tips
Great article Warren. A must for all newbies who may think they need to talk to family and friends. I will be sharing this article on Facebook.
I agree Cherie, it's very annoying and rude, has nothing to do with a great article.
Tristram Lodge
You are Right you do not need an education
My Dad is an Entrepreneur also and he has had college education but He always told me you dont have to have a college degree to succeed If YOU want it go for it...It is about being in the right place in the right industry, with the right people at the right time.
All you have to do is get something RIGHT then you can succeed.
--Know what you want, go for what you want, not what you think is possible.
Amy
A Network Of Your Friends And Family
Great post! Everyone that sales you on MlM opportunitys Always say start with your friends & Family, And to me they are the last People you would even show what your doing Until you have some success an than their still will tell Your crazy! I liked what I read!
5 Great Tips
Nice article, Warren. You nailed it with these 5 great tips.
I am sure that everyone can relate to your article. Already knowing this, but yet it is a nice reminder of the struggles that a lot of us Network Marketers go through. We are not alone in this business.
I would have to agree that it is much easier to prospect our cold market vs our warm market. For the most part... we cannot take it so personal and therefore discourage us thus giving up in our MLM business.
Thanks for the refresher, Warren.