If you are considering a way to earn some extra money and pay bills, etc. then you may be looking at a network marketing opportunity as a way to accomplish those goals. Oddly enough, network marketing may not be right for you. Few people truly understand the concept and the legalities of this marketing system is usually under constant scrutiny.
Network Marketing is a marketing technique that uses a network of sales associates to find and reach out to potential customers using a direct sales approach. The sales associates usually sell the products via approaching the potential prospects either personally or by locating them through other traditional marketing means.
The key difference between network marketing and traditional marketing is that usually there is a system that allows the distributors to earn income on commissions from their sales as well as from team members they have recruited.
There are numerous compensation plans out in this marketing industry as well as different methods used to recruit team members. The compensation plans can appear lucrative and many sales associates sell to individuals by creating an interest in the possible luxurious lifestyles that the new recruit could conceivably achieve via the compensation plan.
If you are looking at a network marketing opportunity, then by all means please be aware that there is an industry wide failure rate of approximately 97%. That is obviously not good odds, and yet people still jump into this marketing program looking to earn major commissions and bonuses.
So is this system right for you? The answer of course lies hidden within yourself. You are the one that needs to make the decision. Network Marketing is like a double edged sword…some people loath the idea and others seem to accept the challenge and can do well.
This type of marketing is not something the average person can succeed at. It really boils down to the amount of effort you are willing to put into the business. Note I referred to this as a business! This must be seen and worked as a business by the distributors. A lot of people never look at the system seriously. To succeed, you must treat it just like you were working a normal job. These opportunities are definitely not a get rich quick plan.
I suggest that you research the legalities of this marketing system and then look for an opportunity that meets your needs. There is no cookie-cutter program and one size does not fit all. You’ll need to find a place where you fit in and feel comfortable.
Please read this article on Network Marketing and write down your questions. I’d be happy to work with you to help you make the right decision. I am very selective in my choice of business partners and really prefer that you are fully educated on the way network marketing works before you even try to make a decision.
I’m here to help…that’s my job!
Kerry Thomas
