Host Sammy Ross and guest Angela Siler discuss Multi-Level Marketing. Also known as Network Marketing, or Direct Selling, on this episode we will define what comprises an MLM, what the differences are between these companies and pyramid schemes, and what our options are if we’re looking into joining one of the numerous MLM companies that are out there today.
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Resources:
A great resource for what the difference is between Multi-Level Marketing and a Pyramid Scheme: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0065-multi-level-marketing-businesses-and-pyramid-schemes
For an explanation of what a Pyramid Scheme is: https://www.investopedia.com/insights/what-is-a-pyramid-scheme/
For an in-depth analysis on Multi Level Marketing companies of today: https://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/public_comments/trade-regulation-rule-disclosure-requirements-and-prohibitions-concerning-business-opportunities-ftc.r511993-00008%C2%A0/00008-57281.pdf
For a look into Amway’s lawsuit history: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-01-10/amway-welcome-to-the-gig-economy-you-re-being-sued-over-pay
For a look into how Coronavirus is aiding in misleading sales tactics, as well as how the Pandemic is fostering the attractiveness of MLMs: https://time.com/5864712/multilevel-marketing-schemes-coronavirus/
For more on the toll Multi-Level Marketing can have on women and their friendships: https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-mlm-female-friendship-costs-20190122-story.html
For more on why Utah is such a desirable state for MLM companies: https://kutv.com/news/local/follow-the-profit-how-mormon-culture-made-utah-a-hotbed-for-multi-level-marketers
For more on Military Wives and MLMs: https://www.racked.com/2018/5/29/17377706/multilevel-marketing-companies-military-spouse
For a look into the Multi-Level Marketing “free car:” https://www.talentedladiesclub.com/articles/why-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-free-mlm-car/
To understand the difference between an employee and an independent contractor: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/independent-contractor-self-employed-or-employee
For a closer look into California’s new AB5 Law: https://www.investopedia.com/california-assembly-bill-5-ab5-4773201#:~:text=California%20Assembly%20Bill%205%20(AB5)%2C%20popularly%20known%20as%20the,employees%2C%20with%20a%20few%20exceptions
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