NMPRO #193 – An MLM Expert Weighs In – Part 1 of 2

December 9th, 2009 Email This


Len Clements is known as an court certified expert on MLM and has spent the past almost 20 years researching the profession.  In this two-part interview, we discuss some of the common misunderstandings and debunk a few of the allegations thrown around by MLM critics.  Hope you enjoy it.  Question of the Day (QOTD): What is your number one prediction for 2010?  In show #195, I’ll give you one of mine.

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  • Mauk van Heemstra
    Dear Eric,
    It is such a pity that part of the message doesn't come across because of the 'background' noise. More often I have difficulties distinguishing what you say from back ground noise. In this particular case it was really impossible to hear what was said for quite a sunstantial part of the show. Could you please do something about this?
    Kind regards
    Mauk van Heemstra
  • Edith
    Maybe you should use a headset
    I think that will make a real difference
  • KeithN
    Great topic. All of these tired myths and stereotypes about the network marketing industry being a pyramid scam must be addressed and debunked in a logical and professional manner. The real pyramid scam is the corporate matrix where they pay the worker drones just enough to keep them showing up, until the well paid executives can find cheaper labor.
  • I live in an area where MLM has lost a lot of traction (Memphis) since the heyday of NSA. This approach about getting people to actually look at the opportunity instead of relying on a 3rd party critique is invaluable. I'm sure my business will move just a little faster after having watched this.
  • Very cool to have Len Clements on the show, I really enjoy his Inside Network Marketing radio show [podcast].

    I may not necessarily suggest his podcast to a newbie who’s on the fence or unsure of the profession but it’s a great resource for the true network marketing professional. I'm appreciative for what he does for us as a whole.

    QOTD: my #1 prediction for 2010 is this is the year I FINALLY break from my analysis paralysis and quit making excuses and actually start building a network marketing business. I’m terrible about preparing to prepare or getting ready to get ready. I did it in my early 20’s when learning real estate too. I see 2010 as the year I “show up” and I plan to use the Your Best Year EVER webinar as my spring board.

    Oh and my N.O. Saints winning the Super Bowl… DATS RIGHT! I’m on record, I believe!
    Sorry Eric. Sorry Brian. Maybe next time guys.
  • ericworre
    Matt, congrats you won the webinar drawing. Email me at askeric@networkmarketingpro.com for details.
  • I am really impressed, not only with the information, but also with what looks like to be the age of Len...

    Not that I think that it is important for the information, but I am really curious...

    Love you all
    Alfredo Rodrigues
  • mwave36
    Hi Alfredo,

    Thanks for the positive feedback. I'm 51.

    Len
  • And you are sure of that, of course...
  • Deb
    Great show, Eric, about pyramids and how and why they exist. Have you seen the magazine called Network Marketing Today & The MLM Insider Magazine, watch dogs who are also considered the industry experts? What are your thoughts?
    Thanks again.
  • Very good interview, Eric and Len. I just happened to be doing some google searches and am amazed and how much negativity there is about our industry from those people who claim to be experts about network marketing, yet are not even in our profession! Some of them just appear to be very angry and negative people.

    I am very grateful to NMPRO and in a way, feel sorry for them, as they will waste so much time being a downer rather than spending life enjoying it!
  • peterburrows
    Hi Eric, you just keep coming up with these knock out topics for NMP. I am on the edge of my seat waiting for part 2 tomorrow with Len.
    Thanks, Pete
    No1 prediction for 2010.....I will be making some serious cash from Network Marketing, because I now 'get it'.
    We do have a better way, and watch out....I intend to tell the world!
  • whoohaa, this man has a point. Awesome answers to the piramid bull. Waiting for tomorrows show. Regards from your biggest fan!
  • kbaucum3
    This is an excellent topic Eric. I too, look forward to hearing from Len tomorrow.
    QOTD: My prediction for 2010 is that more people will decide to create a life for themselves instead of for their employers, thus bringing more people closer to trying the Network Marketing profession.
  • QOTD: #1 prediction... In the push for legitimacy there is an industry wide push towards customer sales not just recruiting.

    #2 prediction... I make my first million in MLM
  • jbledsoejr
    Great info as always...excited to watch part 2.

    my #1 prediction for 2010 is that it will be the BEST YEAR OF MY LIFE!
  • tyronet
    Now how are you gonna go on camera and steal my line (stuck in the matrix)? LOL, it's cool, you can use it, as usual, great job.

    T-bone
  • I am looking forward to part 2!

    QOTD: The Vikings roll through the playoffs and win their first Super Bowl.
  • A fresh perspective... Great info Eric... Thanks for doing what you do...
    QOTD: I will become a NM PRO

    #2The Indianapolis Colts will win the Super Bowl as the first undefeated champ!
  • I already told you... it's the Saints time! Sorry Colts.

    WHO DAT!
  • jbledsoejr
    GREAT prediction...Colts Super Bowl Champs!!
  • Erik
    Great advice, I will use that :) But that pyramide thing sounds like a few Companies I know. Most of them new type of Companies. I agree that the products must be " stuff " people would like to buy if they where not a Distributor or Team Member. Then the products must not be overpriced and only members buying them to get to Royalty. Im sceptical to a system where only members buying products and there is no actual customers or only 5-10% are customers. Thank you for this information. And thank you Eric for a creating NMPRO
  • Erik
    interesting, looking forward to hear part 2 :)
  • Hey Eric,

    Once again - GREAT INTERVIEW!

    The idea of having someone like Len on NMP is terrific and I can't wait to get the next parts! Thanks a lot Eric.

    QOTD: That MLM becomes generally more accepted and more people choose it as a second income!
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