> > I am here to objectively gather info
> > in general because I have had so many
> > different family members involved in
> > different things...but basically it
> > seems like the business model is a
> > viable one in theory and I just don't
> > see much wrong with self promotion.
>
> Well there you go...you're looking for
> information to back up your theory that
> MLMs are a viable business model.
> Definitely, not the place for you. This
> IS the place if you would like your theory
> tested though. By actual numbers and by
> those who have been there.
This is the reason I've allowed these posts onto the board. And btw,
I'd like to tip my hat to everyone who has participated in this
conversation thus far. It has been cordial and non-combative - on
both sides. Kudos to all.
Now, I do think it's important that people understand that the THEORY
of MLM is vastly different from the reality. The theory is what
sucked my wife and me into the business. We truly worked the numbers
on paper for weeks after we had signed on to our organization.
I am now convinced that those who develop these MLM plans create them
in a way that makes them look profitable and achievable. In fact, our
program actually changed about halfway through our involvement,
SPECIFICALLY to make it look more realistic. The bonuses illustrated
in the new plan weren't as stellar, but the number of recruits
required in order to generate a profit was considerably smaller,
making it look less intimidating to a new prospect.
Trouble was, even though the plans looked good on paper, neither plan
matched reality. Most people, under an MLM system, would never see
profitability, and once my wife and I realized this inherent truth in
the design, we could not justify getting involved in any other MLM
after our first experience.
The theory simply doesn't translate into reality, and the blame does
not fall onto those who believed a deceptive marketing plan propped up
by hype. Coupled with "educational" "tools" systems, the entire
marketing design is, at best, fatally flawed, and at worst, criminal.
To date, no one has been able to show us an MLM plan that lives up to
its hype. (I've had one person give it a shot, with an inconclusive
result.) At best, an MLM may be able to provide a part-time income
for someone, IF he/she can avoid motivational/
is willing to work VERY hard at making personal sales for that
part-time pay.
IMO, this group needs to be a place where those who experienced MLM
first-hand can share their experiences, not just with others who are
now out of MLM, but also with those current MLMers and their family
members and friends who have questions and doubts. That's the only
way our perspective on the industry can remain fresh and relevant.
BTW, I don't see self-promotion as a problem, either. On the other
hand, self-promotion coupled with insensitivity is usually not looked
upon favorably. It's usually better to choose gifts that do not bring
the giver a financial gain.
PW
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