On today’s episode we are covering a ton of information to help you on your way to understanding MLM and how it can help you grow as an entrepreneur.
Hey y’all, we are back with another awesome episode of Makes Mean Business podcast. Get ready, we are going to give y’all a better grasp on understanding MLM. Today Parker chats with Marissa Sayers, a maker with a hugely successful MLM business and Etsy shop. MLM (multi-level marketing) businesses have a lot to offer and Marissa explains how they can add to your existing business or get you started as an entrepreneur.
Before we dive into today’s episode be sure to check out the other episodes of Makes Mean Business podcast! We’ve put together a lot of useful information for your business and you won’t want to miss any of it.
Our last episode, MMB 28, features the Emily D. Baker, former Deputy District Attorney who now helps clients navigate the wild world of online business! She loves to talk about trademarks, terms of use, and other important legal issues for online business owners. If you are wondering if you can make products that feature those popular characters, this is the episode for you!
Also, make sure to check out more of our recent episodes:
- MMB Episode 24: Community of Customers
- MMB Episode 25: Create with Your Customers with Jillian Leslie
- MMB Episode 26: Making Content for the Platform – Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Pinterest, Blogging
- MMB Episode 27: Using Live Video and Embracing Imperfection to Build a Community – Interview with Brooke Riley of Re-fabbed
- MMB Episode 28: Makers and Trademark Infringement
MMB Ep 29: Understanding MLM
Multi-level marketing companies are hugely diverse. There are so many different types of products, support systems, and compensation plans available. In this episode Parker and Marissa dispel some common myths about MLM and talk about how to make them work for you. We refer to these as a “business in a box” because they are all set up and ready to go. That makes them perfect for people who want to see if being an entrepreneur is right for them. They are also a great way to diversify your revenue stream if you already own your own business.
The Important Takeaways
There is so much great information in this episode. Listening to Parker and Marissa discuss MLM will really help you understand how they work. Here are some of the important topics they cover:
- What is MLM all about and how can it work for you?
- How to select the right MLM company for you. You want to make sure you find that perfect fit.
- The importance of finding outside coaching and training influences that will help you really thrive in the MLM world.
- Why it’s important to diversify your income streams.
Final Thoughts on Understanding MLM
Marissa is a successful entrepreneur who is passionate about her work and about helping others to achieve their business dreams. She is awesome at identifying her perfect audience and bringing them what they need. If you want more tips on how to grow your community of customers we have a post for that too!
We can’t wait for you to check out this episode and learn from Marissa’s experience and expertise. MLM has so much to offer, we hope that by understanding it better you will be able to decide if incorporating it into your existing business will work for you. And, if you’ve been trying to decide if you want to dip your toes into the world of business, this could be the perfect way for you to get started!
Up Next
On the next episode of the Makes Mean Business podcast Parker and Roberto Candelaria are talking all about maximizing relationships in order to network and grow your business! Whether you are a veteran of business or just starting out, this episode will help you to grow. Be sure to check out Episode 30 to learn all about maximizing the power of relationships and building a community!
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