If Theres No Product Don't Fall For It
This is an all time newbie classic that the weasels get paid on like clockwork from the hard headed newbies out there who don't have a clue. If you're a beginner and have sensitive feelings I strongly suggest you click off this post immediately because this may hurt. In the world of Network Marketing and Home Business one of the facts of life we have to deal with is that there is another element in this game, they're called, Wolves, Weasels or whatever. If these people catch you sleeping like most newbies do on a constant basis, you'll become one of their victims. Below are a few tips you should ponder before you reach for your wallet.
1. Just like that commercial that says, show me the Carfax, you should ask whats the product.
2. The comp. plan sounds beautiful but what exactly will you be selling?
3. Remember, just because you're a newbie doesn't mean you have to be a dummy.
4. The Attorney General in your state is real interested in Home Businesses that have no real product.
5. Is it me or is that a Fish Hook hanging from your lip?
6. What's the rush, how long does it take to check this out?
7. Do you have a problem asking someone with more experience about this business?
8. Are they going on and on ad nauseum about their comp. plan leaving out what the product is?
9. Is this gifting?
10 Is gifting legal?
11. What is gifting?
12. Did I actually just willingly give these people my credit card info.?
13. Did I just willingly just give these people my Social Security Number?
14. Is it me or do you smell like fresh Fish? The catch of the day
These are just a few questions you should be asking yourself before you reach for your wallet, as a matter of fact reaching for your wallet or credit card should be the last thing you reach for, you should be reaching for the phone to ask someone more experienced some questions. If you don't know anyone to ask, just ask me because I'll be brutally honest. Stop by my blog at
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Comments (25)
Cheryl Baumgartner12
Medical Billing/Coding/Insurance
Paula You just said a mouthful! If it is legitimate, if it is good it won't disappear overnight. If it's going to be here today and gone tomorrow why bother? There won't be a company to PAY you tomorrow if that is the case.
Paula van Dun16
Retired
I am afraid many Neville. Because many are afraid to miss out on good opportunities. However if they are really good they will be still be online a year from now
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
Don't forget the ticking clock Neville, that net will catch millions of fish.
Neville Dinning10
Independent Consultant
It seems to me that the hooks get baited quite often. Here are some examples that I picked up earlier today:
•the biggest launch in network marketing history
•IMMEDIATELY LOCK IN YOUR POSITION RIGHT NOW!
•PaysDaily! International Lock in right now absolutely FREE!
•Don't Kick Yourself Later for Not Getting In Now!!
and put that with the instruction to get in NOW. Don't waste time checking it, you can do that later!
Looks like nice juicy bait. I wonder howm many will take
Anatoli Graour6
Jeweller/Designer/Marketer
This is why we are in ApSense...
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
Yes, Its human nature Anatoli, all we have to do is slow down and use common sense.
Anatoli Graour6
Jeweller/Designer/Marketer
It is not only a newbie who get hooked up.
I personally know people who is trying make money on internet for almost 10 years and still can not make a cent. There is a deference between Internet Marketing and Making Money Opportunities.
I first instance, you have to learn how it works, then learn how to build, then learn how to promote. All this required time and money.
In second instance all they have to do is pay and promote. It's seems so easy for them and they fall for it. And the
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
Hey Brenda, I took a quick look at The Power of 31 and one thing stands out is my favorite motto, what's the product? What will I be selling? Is this a Cash Gifting program? I see all this text but not one word on what the product is. Red Flags should be popping up all over the place for you with this one.
People can talk about comp. plans and matrixes all day long but Where's the Car Fax or where's the product?
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
I was looking at One X and QL Exchange but my Spidey senses are tingling, especially since I found out that they're using offshore banks in Santo Domingo. Haven't checked out Power Of 31, I'll get back to you on that Brenda.
Brenda W.12
Life Learner
Wonderful article! Wow! Eye-opener too. I'm learning myself that MLM is not all that it's cut out to be...however...there are a couple of sights I'm looking at with alleged "products." I'd love it if you checked them out for me: 1) One X-http://www.QLxchange.com/Swordcarrier and 2)
Power of 31-http://www.powerof31.com/?id=423
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
Ummm, I'm not here to enlighten you Author but thanks for the feedback anyway.
Author G D Grace4
5 times - Self Published Author G D Grace
This write up didn't enlighten me, however, it did fall in alignment with what I have learned over the years. If something sounds too good to be true it usually is. People are always proposing what they can do for you, and shortly after that they ask for money. First of all, I don't have money to throw around. Second, why would I pay you to do something for me that I've already managed to do on my own (Self-Publishing). It may not have the "flashy" cover... but it is still a work, and just
Cheryl Baumgartner12
Medical Billing/Coding/Insurance
@William that is normal for all teenagers. I'm really a lot more 'unedumacated at 40 than I was at 18 or 19. I knew everything about everything back then! I've since found out that I was wrong. I think that's what happens when you gain a little maturity.
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
19 is a weird age William, at that age your brain makes you believe you have all the answers. My Dad told me at 19 that since I have all the answers, that now is probably the perfect time to get out of the house.
Mohann Krish6
Paul, Williams's comment needs to be topped. Thank you, Williams for your great comment - it's as good as the original post!
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
The weasels can catch anyone sleeping Paula, I have to catch myself sometimes. The main problem is trusting someone else's due diligence, we have to do our own no matter how much we respect the person.
William Deitsch6
Part Time Marketer
Unfortunately, I think my step-son has a hook in his mouth. Do all 19-year-old boys think they already know everything, or is it just him? He gets this text message that he can make $100 per day as a secret shopper. I tell him to get the name of the company and check them out with the BBB. He does, but the BBB has no report at all on the company (red flag). He gets a phone number for them and calls them. They tell him he needs a credit card to join (another red flag). He asks them why he
Paula van Dun16
Retired
A a great post. And not only for newbees. I have seen many people profiling them selves as an online marketing specialist and yet see them fall for these type of programs.
Paul Hines16
A New Path to Financial Empowerment
Cool Mohann.
Mohann Krish6
Very apt title! It catches the eye and says it all.