I talk to a lot of people about the hurdles of being a MLMer. I get tons of questions, comments, and even hear a lot of people’s problems.
But, Did you know that of all the problems that I hear from folks about recruiting, the number 1 issue is drop-offs.
It seems that most people are constantly recruiting only to replace others that have dropped out of the business (drop-offs).
That’s a hard way to build a true passive income. Wouldn’t you agree?
There are 3 main reasons for drop-offs:
1. Associate is not involved with training or training isn’t available.
2. Associate is making very little (if any) income.
3. Associate does not like prospecting in person or calling leads (I don’t like it either, so I don’t do it!)
The problem of mlm drop-offs is NOT to be taken lightly. Although it’s common in the industry, it should not happen as often as it does.
Just like a company with a high employee turn over rate, there’s obviously something wrong in your MLM business, most likely one…
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June 26th, 2008
Network Marketing online is a great way to build your MLM business. But there are things that you should be aware of if you want to build your downline like crazy.
One of the most important lessons folks learn when they begin working their MLM business online, is that anything you say or do online can come back to haunt you or help you.
And let me tell you, I was no exception. I made a fool of myself more than once and pissed off a lot of good people as I went along. I didn’t mean to, of course… Some of the things I did - I just didn’t know any better.
But as with anything else, we take our lumps - admit when we were wrong, and learn as we go. That’s really all we can ask of ourselves, right? So, before you jump oline and make the same mistakes as…
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June 18th, 2008
Network Marketing has certainly taken a beating over the years by people that have a personal vendetta against MLM for one reason or another. And Network Marketing has also had it’s share of people poking fun at it.
Mark Fuller’s new movie about MLM, titled Believe: The Movie, is no exception. It pulls out all the stereotypes that are associated with MLM and the people that promote it.
Now, if we’re going to be really honest - the MLM industry is full of people like Mark Fuller’s character. He pushes products and his business opportunity onto other people in a cheesy/sleezy kind of way.
It’s a hysterical portrayal of a MLMer who has obviously been misguided, which is typical with most MLM training.
Not misguided because of the positive thinking, can’t-lose attitude, and winning salesmanship - but because his methods of building his MLM business have some major flaws. I actually like his attitude.
Don’t worry though, you won’t catch me outside knocking on doors, calling on prospects, pimping around the malls, or hassling my friends and family to join my business!
That’s why I left MLM for a couple years and came back when I figured out I didn’t have to work face-to-face to be successful. Anyone that knows me can tell you, I never had the guts to be this outgoing and pushy.
They’ll also tell you that I sit at home and build my MLM business over the web as successfully as anyone using the methods shown in Mark Fuller’s new movie.
I can do this because unlike Mark Fuller’s character, I have built a training and recruiting system that can be easily duplicated by anyone no matter what MLM company they’re with.
I’ve also created a presence online that brings respect from business opportunity seekers as well as my associates.
Mark Fuller’s character lacks both of these essential elements to building a successful MLM business.
So when you go to see Mark Fuller’s movie, be sure and don’t take the movie the wrong way. It’s funny and that’s all. (although I did know a few folks like this before I went strictly online…)
Take the movie for what it is and nothing else. The creator may be slamming the MLM industry because of a bad experience - who knows? If that’s the case, don’t let that keep you from enjoying the movie for what it is… a comedy about MLM.
And whether you’re a veteran at MLM or a new entrepreneur looking to give MLM a shot, don’t think that being pushy, cheesy, or sleesy is the only way to be successful with MLM.
Any comments on this?
May 22nd, 2008
MLM is one of those things where there is no single way to do it. For example, with MLM you can choose to work your MLM business online, offline, or both.
It’s not by chance that I prefer to work my MLM business online with the exception of some direct mail, TV, and newspaper ads (all of which cross-promote to my online MLM strategy). And one thing I never do is face-to-face prospecting, pitch my own business to friends or family, or call leads.
I personally find online MLM more enjoyable, profitable, and best of all - automated. Let’s take a brief look at the main difference between online MLM versus offline MLM.
Finding MLM Prospects
Offline MLM Prospecting - Prospecting can be time consuming and for some people - very uncomfortable. It can also be difficult to “sell” your business opportunity or products without a sales personality or years of experience. Offline MLM is also very difficult to target prospects.
Online MLM Prospecting - Requires MLM training that focuses on advertising and marketing online, but can be learned rather quickly. Researching where prospects visit and placing your MLM in front of them is also easy to learn. Online MLM prospecting does not require sales skills or an outgoing personality.
MLM Training
Offline MLM Training - Meetings are at a specific time and place and may not be convenient for your downline members.
Teleconferences are similar in that they may not be at a convenient time for everyone.
With offline MLM, folks tend to get “beat down” more than online MLM. So, regular MLM training is extremely important for a productive downline.
Online MLM Training - With modern technologies you can train and motivate your downline daily - whenever and wherever they might need it. This is a great benefit that will help you keep your team motivated and productive - even in times of weakness or burn out.
MLM Duplication
Offline MLM Duplication - Duplication is only possible with downline members of the same personality types - which is rare in this business. Many MLM “heavy hitters” will say that it’s possible for anyone to simply jump right in to a system that is duplicated easily. That is just not true.
Online MLM Duplication - Duplication is as easy as the click of a button. There is no personality requirements on the web. MLM online is really one of the easiest marketing systems ever because there is no need for uncomfortable situations like face-to-face selling, calling MLM leads over the phone, or prospecting friends and family. you just setup your online MLM system and it runs like a robot.
Although traditional MLMers rarely cross over to online methods, I believe it’s only a matter of time before the majority of MLMers use the web for more than just sending MLM prospects to a plain opportunity overview website.
If you don’t currently use the web to prospect, recruit, train, and motivate your downline online - now may be as good as anytime to get started. You’ll still be ahead of most MLMers.
May 11th, 2008
I will be releasing more MLM Training videos that will go into more details on the UltimateMLMer methods and techniques.
However, with the extra videos and information, I’ll be raising the price of the UltimateMLMer package. Of course all of my customers will get the updated videos as well.
In other words, if you want the package for only $37 - you’d better hurry!
May 6th, 2008
