MLM in the Philippines
MLM stands for Multi-Level Marketing. In the Philippines, this is also called Networking or Network Marketing. This is a business model that allows you to earn commissions from people who join your business network. There are various styles of it. One popular type of MLM is the Binary System. In a Binary MLM system, a person can get commissions on each pair of people that has joined his/her network. There is a left and right group. Each left-right combination is one pair. One pair gets you commissions.
Say whay you want to say about MLM but it is really a PROVEN business model. Someone once told me that MLM is being studied in the various Manila
Business Schools. I once met a lady who actually made a thesis about
it. They analyzed how it actually provides REAL opportunities for ordinary people to become wealthy. We really can’t deny the fact that people HAVE BECOME RICH through MLM. Their testimonials, cheques, and toys (like new cars) provide enough evidence of the effectiveness of MLM.
People, however, are still afraid that this is like a Pyramiding Scheme, where people at the very top of the Pyramid earn the most money. Those into it will vehemently deny it. They explain that some MLMs are designed in such a way that people below the network can earn more than those at the top. Give them your ear and they would provide more info on the intricacies of MLM.
I do believe, however, that there is still some hint of truth that those at the top of the MLM registrations generally get wealthier.
There are some really annoying things about MLM. One of the basic teachings when you become a member is to invite people, but don’t tell them details of the invitation. This has gone to a point where some MLM members LIE outright to other people, just to get them to come to an orientation/presentation. A friend tells me how some of his buddies were told to go to a wedding, only to discover it was a MLM orientation instead.
If you are aware of such methods, you already know when people invite you to an MLM orientation. When somebody tells you, "Hey, I’ve got a business opportunity you might be interested in…" but don’t tell you any details, that’s definitely a MLM invite. Be prepared to say NO if you really don’t want to go.
The ‘deceptive’ way some members approach their potential clients has given Multi Level Marketing a very bad rap. Why couldn’t they just tell you honestly, "Hey this is MLM but still, hear me out.." I still think honesty works. The old ’secretive’ style doesn’t really work for Pinoys anymore.
Talking about this, there is a another NEW MLM in town. They are currently based in Ortigas, Pasig City. They just launched this March.. As of last tuesday, April 25, I was informed that there were less than 500 members registered.
Talk about opportunities! For the MLM enthusiasts out there. You might want to get into this boat. Watch out for it.
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Bah. 90% of the filipinos doing MLM are also doing MLM spam .. I’m from India, certainly not going to participate in local MLM scams let alone Filipino MLM scams, I still get at least a dozen of these scam emails a week from various Filipino overactive marketers.
The solution for MLM is simple - if someone comes to you with a MLM pitch kick him out. Immediately. Dont buy anything at all that is sold with MLM, buy some other product, it’ll be cheaper and of better quality.
“Say whay you want to say about MLM but it is really a PROVEN business model. Someone once told me that MLM is being studied in the various Manila
Business Schools.”
I’m a commerce major in De LaSalle Taft. I think MLM sales people tend to exaggerate the fact that MLM is mentioned a few times in certain classes and make it sound that the academia are dedicating a whole chuck of time on it. The fact you mentioned “Someone once told me” shows that there is a lot of hersay going on about the greatness of MLM.
It is true, we do discuss MLM in our classes but we don’t necessarily sing praises about it.
I agree with Nordic. I’m also a business major in Ateneo and the claims of those in the MLM industry is greatly exaggerated. As far as I know, I don’t think there are courses in Ateneo that deal exclusively on network marketing.
Just reading this guys with interest - more about the concept than anything else - so you guys did business majors - are you rich now?
Or did you learn how to learn? (Rather than to earn?). Every mother and his dog has done a business major - including me - don’t tell me that - tell me what you’ve achieved in the business world.
To you Indian and other foreigner, if you have nothing good to say, park your mouth….Do what you’re best at where you are……….In the first place what brought you to this site?
hi!
this post may get different types of reactions regarding multi level marketing. in college my boyfriend was recruited by this company (which i will no longer mention, since its already closed after 2 years of operation) he paid almost 10 gran for membership and was not able to get it back. since then, i swore not to even hear about networking! i never thought i would end up working for one though! i am currently connected with HDI NETWORK PHILS INC. (formerly HIGH-DESERT PHILIPPINES) we are an MLM company. i am not discouraging or encouraging everyone to join. i would just like to point out that there is a company that is not after the distributor’s money. HDI Network has never been involved with scams of any sort. the products really does make a difference! to the point that even US Presidents Bush, Sr., Bill Clinton, Reagan used our products. even Sr. Senator Tom Harkin was amazed with the product, that he financed the study for Alternative Medicine at the National Institute of Health. (you may do your research on this) you see, our products originated from the US this is why they have access to it. Lydia de Vega and Alvin Patrimonio used our products long ago, when they were in the height of their careers. we are very proud of our products, because it does do wonders especially to those who cannot afford to bring their loved ones to the hospital. the business side is just an addition on top of the benefits they get from our supplements. the reason why i am posting my comment here is because i would like to invite you to check us out. i am not asking you to sign up, all i am asking is for you to see that not all MLMers are scammers. we are launching our Business Club, and yes, we claim that this is the best MLM opportunity that you can venture into. i was once a victim of pyramiding, and i shall never stay and be with this company had it been a scam. i am asking you to check us out, you may call or visit our branch at 3f unit 302, Jollibee Plaza Bldg, Emerald Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City. 6352431 or 33. i also encourage you to check out our website.
“Just reading this guys with interest - more about the concept than anything else - so you guys did business majors - are you rich now?”
I think before you question their credentials - tell me how much are YOU earning? How much have YOU archived in the business world?
I doubt you have the right to ask those questions unless you show us your credentials. In fact ,you sound like a very defensive “Network marketer.”
@sam
And what gives YOU the right to tell them this? If you look at many of the business, economic, social and political leaders of this nation you will see that these people are graduates of top universities such as Ateneo and DLSU. Now - YOU tell me of a Network Marketer who has become a leader in ANY of these fields?
Old rich such as Henry Sy may have started from no education but why does he send his children to study in top universities here and abroad to take over his businesses empire and not into MLM? There must be a reason.
1 thing for sure: to those who don’t know exactly about or failed in MLM they MUST be always talking about the badside of MLM! I used to be 1 of them
but after starting my 1st SERIOUSLY MLM in SMARTNACO 1 year ago, NOW 1 thing always kept in my mind is POSSITIVE THINKING and POSSITIVE FEELING! Life is hard. Some MLM do scam but not all!
You’ll feel a great “soul” satisfaction when you can help others reach their dreams both HEALTH n WEALTH!
“GREAT people talk about ideas; average people talk about things; small people talk about other people”.
Mariabun@live.com smartnaco philippines, pasig city,manila.
I see there’s a lot of heated debate about MLM/network marketing in here so I just want to clear a few things up, offer my advice and answer any questions I can.
Network marketing is a proven business model and very effective at distributing products (obviously otherwise companies would not use that method); however, as many people have correctly noted, most network marketing companies basically set people up to fail which is why the industry has such a negative perception amongst many people.
I am a network marketer and most of the people, in my opinion, who fail do so not because of their own lack of ability, nor of their company’s, but as a result of poor, little or even no training and guidance.
Some of you have drawn a parallel between network marketing and a regular career. This is a professional career in my opinion, and like any other career there should be training involved.
As for the comment about people inviting you to a wedding and then taking you to a network marketing presentation, they are obviously not professionals and when you see that these people are often not doing well, that is not a result of the network marketing model, rather it is a reflection of the poor marketing strategies they use.
A word of advice, for those of you attempting to take people to a presentation, make your people fully aware of what it will be. Offer network marketing to those who want a home based business! You wouldn’t try to sell somebody a hat if he/she wants a pair of shoes instead so why treat this differently!?
I represent a network marketing company (rated number 1 ten years in a row) and my team and I will be expanding into the Philippines later this year. We are looking for a few key leaders in the Philippines to help us expand into that market. I am only interested in working with highly motivated people!
For those of you who know about network marketing, going into another country is absolutely huge and offers a truly life changing opportunity.
If anyone would like to learn about this lucrative opportunity, or to get any guidance related to my company or even your own network marketing ventrures, or even just to ask any questions about network marketing in general, I would be happy to hear from you.
Contact: kaysomji[@ ]gmail.com
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Hi SmartNaco Member (Mariabun?)
I am interested with your product and the company’s business opportunity. Where is your website here in the Phils? Whenever I tried to surf the net, I always see SmartNaco Indonesia or Malaysia. Please tell me more about this company. Thank you very much.
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