SHOCKING Online Stats for MLM

You guys know that I always like to stay up to date on all of the happenings, industry trends, innovative methods and tech.... but this is going to blow your mind.

Are you ready…............

ONLY 7% of “word-of-mouth” happens ONLINE.  I know that everyone gets excited about what is going online but here are the actual facts.  Only 7% of word-of-mouth marketing  happens online.  Did you hear me?  LOL.  You might not believe this but check out this video by Eric Worre.

So if you want to have success, you are going to have to talk to people.  93% of word-of-mouth marketing is happening by you talking to your friends, family, associates, contacts and etc. 

Watch the video!

Is MLM a Bad Word? Forbes says not at all!

An article produced by Forbes and written by Jody Coughlin, states, “the next time you meet someone who runs a 'home business' or 'MLM' give them a high five for taking their career and life into their own hands and becoming an entrepreneur.”

http://www.forbes.com/sites/chicceo/2012/09/27/is-mlm-a-bad-word/

Here’s the entire article:

Ever been confused about how a “home business” works? Of course you have, so have we. Most people have heard the term MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) and usually at the end of that the word, “scheme” is added – giving the whole business model a bad name. Well…let’s change your negative perception and tell you how your Great Aunt Joan, actually earned that pink Cadillac from Mary Kay! It’s brilliant really…

Not only are “home businesses” or “MLM’s” very interesting, they are successful. Many of the longest standing organizations in this country have this business model. MLM is a marketing strategy in which the sales force is compensated not only for sales they personally generate, but also for the sales of others they recruit, creating a downline of distributors and a hierarchy of multiple levels of compensation. Most commonly, the salespeople are expected to sell products directly to consumers by means of relationship referrals and word of mouth marketing. Sounds legit right – so why the bad press?

Well MLM companies have been a frequent subject of criticism as well as the target of lawsuits. Criticism has focused on their similarity to illegal pyramid schemes (hence the “scheme” reference), price-fixing of products, high initial start-up costs, emphasis on recruitment of lower-tiered salespeople over actual sales, encouraging if not requiring salespeople to purchase and use the company’s products, potential exploitation of personal relationships which are used as new sales and recruiting targets, complex and sometimes exaggerated compensation schemes, and cult-like techniques which some groups use to enhance their members’ enthusiasm and devotion. Eesh!

However, as aforementioned, you may know people that sell products from Mary Kay, Avon, Advocare, Tupperware and the like (see more companies in our Featured Home Businesses section). You know people who sell these types of products because they believe in the products and the companies that stand behind them. These companies empower those who sell their products to actually establish their own businesses, selling the products. This is very attractive to many entrepreneurial-minded people who do not want to have a boss watching over them but also want some pre-established structure and support. Most MLM organizations provide a very robust infrastructure and great training as well as impeccable rewards (hello free cars and trips!).

I recently spoke with San Diego based, Vicki Martin, about her experience with Rodan + Fields. Here’s her take on her home business and why the opportunity was so appealing for her and her family, “The decision to join Rodan + Fields Dermatologists came easily. Since 2008 the construction industry [which I was previously in] has been hit hard by our economic downturn and my income has been greatly affected. We were working harder for less like many of our friends. Being part of Rodan + Fields Dermatologists is allowing me to work with highly educated people who share a passion for business and for teamwork. Building a recurring, residual income that grows month over month is going to give my husband and I the peace of mind and financial freedom that is so vitally important to our future. My skin looks better than ever. And, I get to work my job around the rest of my life instead of the other way around.”

So, the next time you meet someone who runs a “home business” or “MLM” give them a high five for taking their career and life into their own hands and becoming an entrepreneur.

Who in the USA needs an extra $600 a month?

Who wants a 12%-36% Annual Pay Raise?

Well wake up now and check the facts!!!  If anyone doesn’t think an extra $600 a month in income isn’t significant, they aren’t living in reality.  Here are the numbers and the numbers don’t lie.  Look at this chart and map below and if you don’t get it, then you are disqualified!  

To help you get it, I’m going to put it in plain English.  If you join WakeUpNow and get 3 people that get 3 people, you will earn $600/month.  This means that you will receive an annual income increase between 12%-48%+ depending on how much money you make.  Check the numbers.

Monthly Commissions
$600/month	Annual Income	Pay Raise
$7,200	$60,000	12%
$7,200	$50,000	14%
$7,200	$45,000	16%
$7,200	$40,000	18%
$7,200	$35,000	21%
$7,200	$30,000	24%
$7,200	$25,000	29%
$7,200	$20,000	36%
$7,200	$15,000	48%
$7,200	$10,000	72%

Now once again, look at the average income across the US and tell me who in America needs an extra $600 a month????  That’s right!  EVERYONE!!!!

Household Income for States: 2010 and 2011

http://www.census.gov/prod/2012pubs/acsbr11-02.pdf

So ask yourself who? - Darren Olayan

20 Ways Rich People Think Differently From Poor People

Are you sick and tired of being broke?  Are you tired of always trying to make ends meet?  Are you tired of always wanting?  If you answered yes the real question is this, are you willing to do something about it?  If you aren’t, you are disqualified and need to stop reading this.  If you are willing to do something about your situation, then continue.

I am a firm believer that it all starts with your heart and desire.  Once you want something bad enough and set your mind to it, you will be rewarded by your efforts.  You need to change your mindset that has kept you trapped as a slave in your current situation and you need to start changing the way you think.  Here are 20 ways you need to change your thinking on your way to becoming rich.

1.       Rich people believe they create their life.  Poor people believe that life happens to them.

2.       Rich people play the money game to win.  Poor people play the money game to lose.

3.       Rich people are committed to being rich. Poor people want to be rich.

4.       Rich people think big. Poor people think small.

5.       Rich people focus on opportunity. Poor people on obstacles.

6.       Rich people admire other rich and successful people. Poor people resent rich and successful people.

7.       Rich people are always grateful.  Poor people aren’t.

8.       Rich people associate with positive successful people. Poor people associate with negative people.

9.       Rich people are willing to promote themselves and their values. Poor people don’t.

10.  Rich people are bigger than their problems. Poor people are smaller than their problems.

11.  Rich people serve.  Poor people don’t have time to serve.

12.  Rich people are excellent receivers. Poor people are poor receivers.

13.  Rich people choose to get paid based on results. Poor people choose to get paid based on time.

14.  Rich people think BOTH. Poor people think EITHER OR.

15.  Rich people focus on their net worth. Poor people focus on their working income.

16.  Rich people manage their money will. Poor people mismanage their money.

17.  Rich people have their money work hard for them. Poor people work hard for their money.

18.  Rich people aren’t afraid of stepping out of their comfort zones.  Poor people stay in their comfort zone.

19.  Rich people act in spite of fear. Poor people let fear stop them.

20.  Rich people constantly learn and grow. Poor people think they know it all.