MLM Duplication Myth

I recently read an interesting thread on another BLOG and thought it might be useful to cover the concepts here. It involves the ever elusive theory of "duplication" in MLM. Maybe you can relate. I welcome your comments.


Here's what was written -


"To get duplication, keep the system so simple that even stupid people can do it." (I'm quoting my upline here who used to say, "Keep it simple stupid," or "KISS". He later changed this to "Keep it short and simple," which still stood for KISS... I imagine because some were offended by the word 'stupid.')I think this famous network marketing motto is completely off base.


It puts people's focus on the wrong side of the fence. My upline who used to say "KISS" made $300,000+ a month, but I didn't notice one person on his team who he worked with that wasn't a star player--he attracted them because he knew the principles that make you INFLUENTIAL.


And THAT is why he saw the duplication.


There was a time when I could enroll a lot of people into my organization by working hard all day, every day, at an intensity few would endure for long--The end result was OK, but nothing close to my potential and it wasn't at all rewarding because I knew I wasn't tapping into my potential. I knew I couldn't help others tap into their potential if I wasn't.

Mike Klingler


My thoughts and response -


I took my business online over 9 years ago; a network marketing business. I was told then, and am still told today, that what I do is not duplicable; too complicated; that no one can "do what I do." Ouch.


Hmmm, and yet many of the strongest leaders in my organization are forging their own path through internet marketing. And, interesting to note that I am the highest paid in my company with the largest downline. (I certainly don't take credit as getting this done all by myself.)


I'm glad I didn't and don't buy into that misguided theory. After all, I'm a stay home mom who didn't have a lot of time, or a ton of money, but did have a BIG desire. I've never taken a computer class in my life and everything I have learned is self taught, so why can't another do that?


It's vain for anyone to think that "others can't do what I do" or to doubt that another could follow such a complicated system. Take the very shy person and tell them to join BNI or the Chamber of Commerce to generate leads and that person will be out of the business in short order.


Show me any leader or top income earner in any company and I will show you how they somehow forged their own path and differentiated themselves in some way. Nothing wrong with that; all success stories in any profession do this. And, there are always those who will follow and forge their own path as well.


Why do we tell people evaluating network marketing to "think outside of the box" and then when we sponsor them, we want to put them back into a box – "our box"; the box called – simple duplication; the cookie cutter approach?


How many people really succeed at working their warm list? Is this method duplicable? Sure. But if it were really such a "simple" process then we would have less people quitting the profession of network marketing and more people quitting their jobs.


Success in a business, ANY business, requires developing a successful skill set. PERIOD. Good communication; speaking and marketing skills; and leadership are all part of the equation. These are the things that must be duplicated to be successful in MLM, and the way to develop these skills will vary based on the individual and their PASSION.


People often ask me what the BEST way is to generate leads online. For me, the BEST way is the way you feel drawn toward and passionate about. What is BEST for me will not necessarily be BEST for you. That's okay, it’s not a right or wrong, it’s just a FACT.


Once a person moves into developing their own skills, the process does become (dare I say it?) EASY. It really does. It is EASY for me to sponsor 10-20 people a month now. It was NOT easy to do this before I developed my own skill set.


I worked harder BEFORE I developed these skills and made a LOT less money and had a LOT less fun.


10 years ago, I decided that the theory of "Duplication" being taught by so many is a complete myth. I am not interested in a cookie cutter business or being forced into someone else's "box."


It takes time, money and, more than ANYTHING else, a commitment to "going back to school." Going back to school involves learning, researching, and getting rid of the desire to say "This is too hard." It is "hard" to make a lot of money, in anything. And, "hard" is relative.


Understanding the reality of the 2 – 5 year plan is imperative in Network Marketing, and , in most cases, even with internet marketing, because one still has to develop that skill set.


How fun, though, to earn while you learn and develop those skills following a passion and helping others. So, to echo a sentiment, before you ask –


When will I earn $5k a month? $10k a month, and so on; ask this – what value am I offering another? What skill can (WILL!) I work to develop today that will make me better, even if it doesn't yield an "immediate" gratification result?


Like the analogy of going to the gym, the first week that you set out on a workout routine, you don't look in the mirror and see dramatic results. We don't see what is happening behind the scenes. But, it's happening none-the-less.


Same with developing our business skill sets in Network Marketing. I cringe when someone quits after a month or two in the business and says "I'm going to try something else." I want to tell them to save their money.


Here is the reality, until the SKILLS needed are developed, the results will be the same. Guaranteed.


So here is the very simple business plan for success – decide what you are truly willing to commit your time, money and energy toward learning and mastering.


Once you have that determined, write it down and then seek out a mentor who is doing what you want and will coach you (not just teach, there is a difference) in developing your skill set. Pull out all of the stops to get it done and resist the temptation to quit when it seems just a little tough.


I look forward to YOUR insight and comments.

EXPECT Success!

Jackie Ulmer

What I Have Learned From Renegade Pro

Well, the buzz and hype is out there, no doubt. Have you jumped on the bandwagon?

Seriously, to give you an evaluation of the Pro Version of Renegade, here is what I have experienced.

First, there truly is GREAT value here. I was intrigued and didn't know for sure, but I have been very pleasantly pleased! Mike K. has a great style of teaching so if you are SERIOUS about learning the techniques that you can also duplicate to build a downline in MLM, this course might be right for you.

You'll have to see for yourself. Everyone has a niche. Mine just might be videos.

So, here is something I learned right away and put together in less than an hour, ALL with tools that already came on my laptop. (My desktop had it, too!) I put this video together while in my PJs, in bed, with my laptop. Does it get better?





This is truly something anyone can do with the desire to learn! I used Windows Movie Maker (already preloaded in my computer programs); photos I had already take; my Itunes music and my creative juices, ha!

Preview my Youtube Channel to see other videos I have created and see if video might be right for you.

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EXPECT Success!

Jackie Ulmer

Biggest Mistake Most Networkers Are Making in Their Business

If you are a serious networker, read on.


Here is the most common mistake that most network marketers make in
their business -

spending WAY too much time telling people about how great their
product or opportunity is, and in most cases, no time telling their
prospect HOW this is going to make a difference in their life and
how they are going to actually "do it."


Sound familiar?


Especially in today's economy, people are looking for how this is
going to make a difference financially. They need to know what
exactly they are going to be doing, what are the steps they are
going to take.


Many people who are looking certainly feel as if they have burned
bridges with much of their warm market throughout the years and
they want a new school method of attracting solid prospects.


Because the reality is, even though that warm market list is still
a viable way for many people to launch their business, if your new
business builder does not believe for him or herself that this will
work for them, it won't!


So, why not be prepared to offer a way that creates a strong,
empowered business partner; one who feels capable of really making
a business work this time?


And, backing up for a moment, why not create this for yourself? Why
not learn the techniques of attraction marketing that get people
coming to you, instead of you chasing them.


In other words, become the hunted, not the hunter? Doesn't that
just sound better?


I'm going to offer two suggestions for you today. What you do with
them is really up to you, but if you are ready to stop talking
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First, get signed up for Mike K's university. It's not perfect, and
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Click the Red Button to Get Started and Listen as Mike shares some
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Go through and get a basic overview.


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And, you'll duplicate this on down the line. Some people will tell
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So, are you ready? Ready to seriously take action today?


Let me hear from you on what you think. I would love to hear how
things are working for you.


And, be watching for more training and resources from me on how to
pull this all together. Questions? Reply Contact me!

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EXPECT Success!

Jackie Ulmer


The Street Smart Wealth Team
Walnut Hills, Box 1955
Blue Jay, CA 92317
909-337-3521