As a (green) "thinker" personality type (color), I like to analyze (and over analyze) every opportunity I'm presented with in life. Thinkers (greens) like to get all the facts before we make a decision.
I've put together a list of qualities I'd want in a network marketing opportunity for all you "thinkers" out there.
This one goes out to the engineers, scientists, accountants, and technicians:
1. At least 5 years of existence.
You don't want to get involved with a fly-by night operation. If the company has been around for more than 5 years, chances are this is a reputable business with the approval of the FTC.
2. Product Delivery Method
It's best when product are shipped directly to your customers... Unless you'd like a garage full of products where your car used to be.
3. Consumable Products
You're looking for products that are used up quickly and will be re ordered regularly. Think food, drinks, make-up, vitamins & supplements, household supplies, etc.
4. Auto-ship
Regularly scheduled delivery of the consumable products really helps. Generally, customers can opt-in or opt-out of auto-ship, but having the option is great. That way, fewer customers forget to order each month.
5. Mentors and Training
Will you have access to you upline sponsor and training systems. The average network marketers is under prepared for this industry. Many MLMers don't realize prospects don't care about your business, they only care about their own personal problems. You need to solve their (financial/time commitment) problems, not stuff a business opportunity down their throat.
6. Systems in Place
Are there any systems to help you retail products, find quality prospects, sponsor more reps? This may not be supplied by the Company, but you upline sponsor should be able to offer a system.
For example, I provide for my downline:
- online system for retailing products
- online lead generating system that also pays for advertising
- email-website-video system that builds a relationship with prospects
- more "traditional" training for contacting leads of varying personality types
Basically, everything I learned in Magnetic Sponsoring and Attraction Marketing Formula.
7. The last thing you need to do is ask yourself: "Am I willing to do what it takes to make my Internet Network Marketing Business succeed?".
If you're not willing do build your business, then don't waist your time.
To your network marketing success,
Jean D. Laurin
P.S. Although this article is dedicated to network marketing engineers, network marketing scientists, network marketing accountants and technicians, people of all personality types should look for these qualities in an MLM opportunity.
P.P.S. The "green" personality type is a reference to the "Color To Success" training CD.
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