I would like to share something a colleague of mine Angel Fletcher wrote on Facebook that is so true about Network Marketing it is more than worth sharing.
I would like to quote what Angel writes about “What is Network Marketing.”
It is said that knowledge is power. It’s hard to argue with this statement. The only thing I might add to this equation is knowledge + Action = FREEDOM. In the spirit of clarity, I would like to help people understand what it is that we do professionally.
There seems to be a lot of confusion about Network Marketing. At it’s best, network marketing is seen as unimportant “mommy-businesses” or something strange Uncle Joe did to find his fortune. At it’s worst, network marketing is perceived as being full of greedy snake oil salesmen and shysters. But once you get past the old attitudes and misconceptions, network marketing is a viable way to start a part-time home-based business.
Let’s take a look at the myths associated with the Network Marketing Industry, shall we?
Myth & Truth about Network Marketing
Myth #1 about NM. We chase our friends and family to purchase our products. Or go door to door selling products out of our trunk.
Truth: We refer people to products that we believe in. (Just the same as if we were to refer someone to a nice restaurant, good movie, sale at the mall, etc.) And for those who are interested in learning more, we provide resources where they can get ore information. That’s it. The company handles inventory of the products, shipping, etc.
Myth #2 about NM. We chase, beg or pressure our friends, family and colleagues to join our business.
Truth: We make sure everyone knows the solutions we provide financially. Those who are looking, AND WANT more information, we educate them about the opportunity with tools provided by the company. That’s it. No pressure. No sales. Our job is to notify people about what we do and make sure those who are interested have enough information to make a well-informed decision about whether it’s a good fit.
Myth 3: Network Marketing is an illegal pyramid.
Truth: In the illegal pyramid test, the shape of an organization does not determine legality. If it did, most businesses and organizations including the government would be illegal because all have a pyramid structure. An illegal pyramid scheme provides no products or services and pays according to the number of recruits. Legal network marketing programs offer products or services that are sold to consumers. Recruiting new members allows for increased income based on the volume of sales
Myth 4: Only the guy at the top makes money.
Truth: This argument more accurately describes a “job”. How often does a minimum wage worker become the CEO? In good network marketing companies, members can make any amount regardless of where they are in the organization. Income is related to effort, not position.
Myth 5: Network marketing uses people.
Truth: Success in network marketing comes from helping others reach their goals. A person cannot earn income off the efforts of their recruits without investing time in helping them earn income, as well. Admittedly, some network marketers see potential recruits as dollar signs, but those people are not as successful as those who are genuine in their effort to help their recruits do well.
Myth 6. Eventually, the program will get saturated.
Truth: Saturation is impossible because there is never a finite number of people. Every day new people are born or turn 18 thereby adding new potential network marketers to the pool. Tim Sales, in Zig Ziglar’s Network Marketing for Dummies, offers the best argument against the saturation myth. He asks, “Do you know anyone who doesn’t have a refrigerator? No? That doesn’t stop GE from selling more of them.”
Myth 7: Network marketing doesn’t work.
Truth: According to the Direct Selling Association, in 2013 the direct sales industry grossed $31.63 billion in retail sales in the United States. Worldwide that number increases to $100 billion according to Zig Ziglar’s book Network Marketing For Dummies. These numbers indicate that network marketing can work. Success or failure has less to do with network marketing itself and instead is determined by the amount effort one puts into the business. Many bloggers, eBayers and other home business owners don’t do well or quit too, but you don’t hear people saying blogging and eBay don’t work.
Myth 8: No one really gets rich in network marketing.
Truth: It’s true that not everyone succeeds in network marketing. The 2-10% of network marketers earning big money are the same 2-10% who work consistently on their businesses. But getting rich shouldn’t be how network marketing is judged. If getting rich is the measure of success, then the majority of employees in traditional jobs are big failures. Instead, network marketing should be measured by the number of people who reach their goals. Many people in network marketing find success when they earn enough to stay home with the kids or pay off debt.
The fact is, no matter where I travel in the world people are people, and they are all searching for the same things; more income, more time with the people they love and care about most and better Health.
*We proudly offer a solution to all three of these challenges!
Is Network Marketing for you
So there you have it. No pressure. No sales. Just a simple business of referring people to products we believe in, and educating people about a business that can be started for literally $160 with an unlimited income potential!
It’s definitely not get rich quick, but to impress upon you it is get rich possible.
If you are one of the many people around the globe who want more income, more time with the people they love and care about most and better Health then I encourage you to watch this video – and let’s get you started.
I have never had anyone complain about extra money or being debt free. Here is your first step <click here>
Connect With Angela
More Ways to Connect With Our Free Training Resources: