Article

MLM's! Why Do Most of Them Fail?

Topic: Business Coach and Business CoachingBy Ernie MeyerPublished August 16, 2007

Legacy signals

Legacy popularity: 1,238 legacy views

Reader rating

Not enough ratings yet

Aggregate average appears after enough eligible reader ratings.

Rate this resource

Sign in to rate this resource.

Sign in to rate this resource

Today, the buzz in business is “Home-Based-Business”. Then comes the decision of which one is truly the best for you. There are many good business models out there, except for one thing. Very few allow true growth and expansion with the plan they present. The way many of them are structured, each person winds up on their own. What makes matters worse is the fact that most of the people bringing others into their business model have no real clue how to build their business.

So Many times I hear horror stories of how people are brought into a business and simply told, “Go get um”. Most people’s dreams are shattered because they are left in the cold with no place to go. They soon feel ripped off and think it is a scam. In most cases, it is not a scam but is sure looks that way in the eyes of the ones left behind.

Before you venture into a business, ask some simple questions about the company and the training you will be receiving. Don’t let someone gloss over this by saying we have seminars and training aids to get you going. Ask them specifics about the seminars. What do they teach you? How much are the training aids? How much are the top people making off the training aids if not offered by the company? What are you going to do for me as my sponsor? Lock them down! Make them show you. If they fail to show you to your satisfaction or can provide a senior partner who will help you the proper way, move on to the next one. It may be the same business under a different person. Relationships make all the difference and having a team that knows what they are doing makes all the difference in the world.

I thrive people who have not succeeded in other business models. I know how to help these people. They have the basic belief. They just need the right coaching. Before I agree to invite people into our group, there is a series of events that have to take place. I only work with two business centers at a time, so working with the right people is very important. Before anyone becomes involved with us, their business will already have a foundation under it. In other words, when you join we us, you are already making money.

I am direct when it comes to interviewing people for consideration for our business model. However, in order to be successful and start a new person right, we have to be. Visit us at www.e
iemeyer.com and see what I am talking about. I hope this helps you and good luck to your future, Ernie

Article author

About the Author

After years of experimenting with MLM’s and other Home-Based-Businesses, I have developed a way to help others succeed. When people are finally invited to join our business model, they are already creating an income. Join me at my website and stay up to date on my news articles, tips and guidance in the business world. Visit me at http://www.e iemeyer.com. My success allows me to put my own name on my website.

Further reading

Further Reading

4 total

Article

As digital products grow, so do their engineering organizations. What begins as a clean, focused development effort can quickly turn into a maze of competing priorities, cross-team dependencies, and unclear ownership. Without a strong project management layer, even highly skilled engineering teams can find themselves reacting to issues instead of delivering predictable results. This article explores why IT project management is essential for scaling product development, how c

January 15, 2026

Article

A New Chapter in Energy Communication The global energy landscape is shifting faster than ever. As renewable technologies expand and traditional systems evolve, the need for clear, reliable, and human‑centered communication has become essential. In this changing environment, J Telemarketing steps into a new chapter—one shaped by sustainability, smarter engagement, and a deeper understanding of how communication can accelerate the transition to cleaner energy. This transfo

January 14, 2026

Article

For many healthcare providers, timely access to care is becoming increasingly difficult. Virtual care platform development offers a solution by enabling secure video visits, remote monitoring, and online consultations that help clinicians stay connected with patients regardless of location. Custom telemedicine software supports: – Specialty-specific workflows – Scalable virtual care delivery – Secure handling of sensitive data By reducing no-shows and offering flexible

January 14, 2026

Article

Turning Data Into Intelligence: How AI Labs Empower Business InnovationrnArtificial Intelligence is becoming a cornerstone of business innovation - not just a tool for tech giants, but a practical engine for companies across industries. From predictive analytics to automation and personalized user experiences, AI is changing how decisions are made and operations are run. But for many organizations, especially those without internal AI talent, the road from idea to implementat

December 22, 2025