Circular Logic Compensation Plans That Make Your Head Spin
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Circular Logic: Compensation Plans That Leave You Dizzy
Overview
Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) has been around for over 50 years, which is surprising given its often criticized business model. Despite skepticism, MLM continues to thrive.
The Appeal
At first glance, MLM is attractive. It offers the chance to sell quality products and share opportunities with friends and family. However, a closer look reveals drawbacks that many find troublesome.
Hidden Complexities
While the allure is strong, the complexity of most MLM compensation plans can dilute the potential benefits. For example, selling a $50 herbal tonic might earn the seller only a few dollars due to the many parties involved in the profit distribution.
In most network marketing setups, the money needs to be divided among multiple upline sponsors and a key figure who might claim an “override” bonus, further reducing earnings for the initial seller.
Additionally, some compensation plans include a “one-up” strategy, where a member’s first sale benefits their upline rather than themselves.
Minimum Sales Requirements
Some MLMs mandate members to sell a significant amount?"sometimes up to $200?"before qualifying for commissions. This requirement can leave members unpaid if their sales fall short.
A common suggestion from team leaders is for members to purchase the minimum themselves to ensure they qualify for commissions, which can seem unreasonable.
Questionable Gains
While using and believing in the products you sell is important, purchasing products just to meet quotas can be excessive. Often, the potential earnings do not justify these expenses, as participants frequently earn only a small percentage of the revenue they generate.
Conclusion
Ultimately, MLM companies and top network marketers seem to benefit the most financially from these setups. Joining an online business shouldn’t mean working hard for minimal returns.
There are numerous affiliate programs online that offer fair commissions for each transaction. Settling for an MLM system that demands significant effort for little profit doesn’t make sense.
Choose wisely and prioritize opportunities that fairly compensate your efforts.
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