Yes, MLM or Network Marketing could be an answer to the economic recession, if you are affiliated with a reputable, legitimate company that has a profitable compensation and marketing model. MLM is a concept that makes it possible for the average person to make a lot of money by leveraging the efforts of many people. If you don't have a lot of time or money, then by investing a little time and money, you can still amass a lot of income, if you find many other like-minded people who want to make money by doing the same thing that you are doing. During recessions, many people are laid off. Some of these people don't have a lot of money to start their own traditional business. Because MLM businesses don't require a lot of money to start, some of the unemployed may want to consider joining an MLM company. But which one should they join? That's a good question. I recommend that you do your due diligence by investigating the company and checking with the Federal Trade Commission, your State's Attorney General's Office or the Better Business Bureau before joining any of these MLM companies. Don't allow yourself to be pressured or hoodwinked into joining a network marketing (MLM) company. If you are interested in MLM or Network Marketing , including a review of companies that use this marketing model, visit www.mlm.com.