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I was recently talking to a friend about a brand new MLM I had been introduced to. Having been involved with several companies in the past, she could not believe this company was for real. But before I talk about the differences, let’s look at what we typically see with MLM companies.

What are the issues many people have with MLM companies?

  • Top Leaders make the big bucks
  • New MLMs normally find a large networker to start their organization with
  • Monthly autoship/cost – usually the first thing eliminated when economy gets tight
  • Income is like a roller coaster – up one month and down the next
  • Constantly having to replace distributors that drop out
  • Leaders more interested in selling training materials than actually training
  • Fancy Titles (Star Eagle Crown Presidential Diamonds) earning luxury cars, motorhomes and jets
  • Expensive products 
  • Balancing Legs to Maximize Comp Plan

The new company I was presenting to my friend is WakeUpNow. While it is a network marketing company, they are breaking all the rules you find in traditional MLMs.

WakeUpNow offers a debt elimination software and education program designed to get people out of debt and stay debt free. Here are the differences: 

  • Capped Monthly Income – Everyone from the founders on down can earn $10,000 per month. What happens to the excess? It goes into a pool and is divided up between qualified marketers not earning $10K. This means no fat cats at the top.
  • Gas and Grocery Rebates Offset Monthly Tuition Cost – $50 monthly tuition is offset by sending in $100 in gas and $100 in grocery receipts.
  • 78% Payout to the Field – WakeUpNow is not interested in building an empire. They operated a modest corporate structure; no corporate jets or fancy conventions. Their mission is to get America out of debt. If they can’t operated on the money they bring in, how can they expect America to spend less money than they make.
  • 2 x 2 Forced Matrix – Matrix fills from left to right from above. The first vacant position is filled regardless the enrolling rep.
  • Fast Start Bonus and Monthly Commission – To qualify for fast start bonus and monthly commissions, share with 2 people and help them share this with 2 people. With that, you are qualified from then on.
  • Dynamic Rollup – With the tuition offset by gas and grocery receipts, why would anyone drop out? But if there are, WakeUpNow will take over the position. Your check will never go down. This means the last check you receive will always be the lowest.

Education is the main mission of WakeUpNow. No one teaches people how to be debt free. Using a series of online, college credit style course, WakeUpNow provides the education people need. Valued at over $4000, these courses will provide an invaluable source of information.

While still skeptical, my friend trusted me enough to come on board (after I ensured her WakeUpNow offered a 30 day cancellation policy.) A couple of weeks later and check in hand, the skepticism is gone and her organization is growing strong.

For more information, visit www.eliminate-debtnow.com.

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About the Author: Gary Wagnon

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Comments



Very different

There's only one problem that I have with this system. In my experience, the people at the top are always the hardest working individuals that drive the company and you see on stage at all the events and award ceremonies. To me, it just doesn't seem fair to the people that really want to make a substantial income that everyone makes 10K/mo. Its generally these people at the top that everyone in the company looks up to and gives them the drive to want to become more successful. Does anyone share this viewpoint with me?

Nick Owens — Tue, 10/13/2009 - 1:22pm

I Agree

I wholeheartedly agree with you Nick. Network Marketing is not just a business, its an Art. You've either got it in you to succeed in mlm or you don't! The company is just a vehicle, if you're not succeeding in your current mlm, joining another mlm such as Wakeupnow isnt going to change anything!

Lam Nguyen — Wed, 10/14/2009 - 7:45am

Wakeupnow

All the best to you and your Company(Wakeupnow) Gary! My opinion is that at the end of the day, prospects dont care about the above points, they dont care about any companies name, compensation plan etc. What they do care about is if you can help them achieve their goals.

Lam Nguyen — Wed, 10/14/2009 - 7:51am

Wake-up Now

All good points. Wake-up Now is not for everyone but it is a great opportunity for those looking to not only help themselves but lift others up as they go.

Seth Ollerton — Wed, 11/18/2009 - 6:54pm

from the wakeupnow office

Gary,
Thank you for writing this article so long ago. I am the Communications Manager at wakeupnow and I wanted to give a little update on where the company stands today. The company will hit its two year mark in September and is well on its way to many more years of growth. Their inspiring mission and purpose to get people out of debt is still the same but their products have grown and changed for the better. In fact, they guarantee that anyone who uses the wakeupnow products will save at least $ 100 a month. Check out their website at www.wakeupnow.com a find out how they plan to get the world out of debt one person at time. Also feel free to email me at communications@wakeupnowinc.com. I would love to answer any questions you may have.

Megan Houghton — Mon, 08/15/2011 - 3:57pm