In 2000 I wrote the article below. I am so glad everyone got the message LOL. Many “Leaders” today have become politically correct WIMPS that listen to their TEAM MEMBERS go on, and on and on about the same challenges they were having six months ago. They really don’t know how to challenge and inspire people so instead of telling them the truth, they listen to the same people with the same problems until someone comes along with a little better product or comp plan and “raids their downline.” Wimpy leaders have their downlines raided. True leaders have no fear telling people the truth.
I understand that to some, the word ‘leader’ in network marketing means someone that at some point achieved a certain title or income. However, in the real world leadership means… Continue reading
This was a very hot topic in the 80’s and I know network marketers that built massive organizations around this BENEFIT alone. As an industry I think we take this massive benefit for granted. We mistakenly assume that everyone understands that building a business from home can convert some expenses you already have like water bill, electric bill, garbage pick-up, internet connection, training programs, maid service, lawn care service, gasoline, car lease, vacations/business trips, kids allowance/wages, dining out/planning meeting , etc. etc. into legal tax deductions.
Operating a business from home allows individuals the opportunity to take advantage of many of the same tax deductions received by Fortune 500 companies.
Obviously I am not a CPA or Lawyer so blah blah blah, seek competent council (frankly it upsets me… Continue reading