Direct selling or multi-level marketing?

@beamer88 (4259)
Philippines
February 4, 2011 11:47am CST
I'm thinking of trying my hand on one of these. I've heard testimonies from a lot of my friends that they're both good ways of earning money. You could earn even more from these ventures than from your 9-5 job. Need your feedback.
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@zweeb82 (5653)
• Malaysia
5 Feb 11
Just remember before you start any of these things, make sure the company you join is not only reputable but debt free & have assets, not those who just loan from banks & start off just to earn quick money from scamming the ignorant people then close down a few months or years time down the road. Make sure the plan is solid & does not simply change from time to time, promising you the sky but no payout whatsoever. Now they are very smart, they'll tell you your bonus will be paid out in the form of you getting a share of this & that, stuff like that. And also, pyramid systems that encourage inventory loading ( buying loads of stock to keep then sell later ) is in fact considered illegal. I've seen too many loose their hard earned money so I urge you to do your research properly. There's no point building something for years when sudden;y they change their plan structure & you have to build up again from scratch. Do be at the mercy of such kind of people. Choose wisely. I'm with a very strong & reputable company that has withstood the test of time, where integrity is 1 of the key elements that is why I dare say what I'm saying. All the best!~ Should you have any questions you can PM me.
@beamer88 (4259)
• Philippines
16 Mar 11
Sorry for the late acknowledgment. Yes, it is always prudent to do some research on a company. I was curious about which can earn you more money. I've heard a lot of testimonials about this person earning so and so with MLN or another one making hundreds of thoudsands in DS.
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@zweeb82 (5653)
• Malaysia
17 Mar 11
No problems as I was very busy myself & was out of town, will be off again. Should you really need to know anything more you can always message me
@Kirinx (1688)
• United States
6 Mar 11
Be careful with those MLM marketing programs in my opinion they are kinda unreliable.when you sit and think about it.you realize most of your success will be based on other people's efforts kinda like that program called GDI. I dont know about direct selling so i cant offer any advice there. Best careful
@beamer88 (4259)
• Philippines
16 Mar 11
I kind of share your sentiments about MLM. There have been lots of stories about people losing amounts of money on this program. Personally, I'd prefer having to earn from a sale of a product. It's simple and straightforward. But I know people who really do well in MLM. Hmm...
• India
9 Feb 11
There are a thousand ways online where you MAY earn more than a day job. This doesn't mean they are easy. Like any business, they are fraught with risk. Get into these full time only if you totally understand what these are and you are confident of making it. Without proper knowledge of what you are getting into, it is simply a waste of time. I know so many people who got into affiliate marketing for example without really knowing how to go about it and they ended up frustrated and down some cash but a lot of wasted time. Now perhaps it was a good learning experience, but my point is there is risk, and do your homework before you invest your money or time doing something.
@beamer88 (4259)
• Philippines
16 Mar 11
My apologies for the late acknowledgment. You are correct. We really do need to do some research in any undertaking we plan to venture on. Money and time can truly be wasted if you aren't prepared to go into this types of business.