Switching MLM Software Is Like Open-Heart Surgery
Switching your MLM software? Over the past twenty years in network marketing, I've been involved in several migrations from one software provider to
Setting Goals and Starting Over.
If you’re like 92% of the people who made a New Year’s Resolution this year of setting goals, by now, you’ve probably already given up. I get it. It’s hard. After all, going to the gym week after week or sticking to the latest fad diet is no easy task, especially if you try to swallow your entire bucket of goals all at once. So, how about we start over and work on some baby-steps that will
Network Marketing and Pokémon GO
Recently I heard my kids talking about hatching eggs and CP values of a character, so of course I was curious of what they were talking about. They proceeded to tell me all about the new game craze of Pokémon GO. I of course was intrigued with the interaction the game gave you and how it was getting people out and becoming more social in the real world. Here are a few things I noticed with Pokémon
Understanding Compensation Plans
You may often hear many MLM and Party Plan companies touting they have the highest payouts or the best compensation for their distributors. So what is a compensation plan? What are the aspects you should look for in a compensation plan?A compensation plan is a set of rules that determines how distributors (often called reps, independent business owners, or team members) earn commissions, overrides, bonuses, and other compensation.The two most popular types of compensation plans in the
In 2015, Direct Sales Reached 183.7 Billion in Revenue
In 2015, Direct Sales Reached 183.7 Billion in Revenue What was your take? When was the last time you recommended a movie or health related tip or product to a friend, family member or colleague. Millions of people do this every day – and get paid for it. The Network Marketing and Direct Sales profession hit a new record high in 2015 with $183.7 Billion in global sales.1 Roughly $73.4 Billion (40%), was paid directly to distributors
No matter what you do in life, do it with a positive attitude.
I’ve been in the direct sales industry for over 30 years now and love it. Sure, it has its ups and downs, rewards and failures and emotional highs and lows, but looking back, I wouldn’t change my involvement, experiences or acquired knowledge from this industry for anything.If there is one lesson that I’ve learned from all those years, it’s summarized perfectly by one of the world’s most proficient men, Mark Twin, who said,“I am an old man
Free Enrollments, Do They Work?
One lifelong lesson that my father taught me while growing up is that "there is no such thing as a free lunch". This popular adage communicates the idea that it is impossible to get something for nothing. The phrase was first coined in the 1930's and 1940's when American bars offered "free lunch" to their patrons in order to entice drinking customers to patronize their business. The bars were willing to absorb the write-off of there
Time Management in Network Marketing
Managing your time is about managing yourself. You don’t have control over time, however you do have control over what activities you do during your time. Some of the biggest challenges Network Marketers face are related to time management. Here are a few powerful strategies you can start using today to help you better manage your time.Balance Work and Personal LifeAs a home based business entrepreneur you will need to mix your personal time with your work
Behind The Curtain
You may have heard the line from The Wizard of Oz, “pay no attention to the man behind the curtain.” I want to invite you to come behind the curtain and take a peek.There’s a philosophy we work under that says we won’t succeed unless you succeed. To accomplish your success (and ours), we’ll help any way we can to make your business grow. Through the years, I’ve found that successful growth is best fostered in an
Launch “Lite and Lean”
Having spent more than 15 years in the network marketing industry (both on the corporate side and MLM software side). I’ve learned a thing or two about what makes an effective company launch or a successful marketing initiative that requires custom software development. All too often, I’ve seen situations where we shoot for perfection. From a systems standpoint, we somehow convince ourselves that we need every innovative and awe-inspiring feature imaginable or we will simply not be