11 Quick Tips For Struggling Multi-Level Marketers
If you think these 11 quick-tips for struggling marketers are painfully obvious then I have a question for you: “Why aren’t you making more money?”
You see, most of the things I write about ARE common sense. But, most people (including me) are being OVERWHELMED with too many “Secrets”, “Widgets”, “Whackmadoodles” and “Didgeridoos” to keep up.
So today, I thought I would cut through the clutter and share some of the marketing “secrets” that have made a difference in my life. Some will be painfully obvious – others will be entirely new – fair enough?
11 Quick Tips For Struggling Multi-Level Marketers:
- Only pick fights if you know you’ll win
- You become valuable by giving value
- If possible you should help others
- There’s a fortune in follow-up
- When in doubt use common sense
- Don’t be afraid to tell people what to do
- Track and measure your results
- When in doubt test it out.
- Spend WAY more time on your headlines
- If it works (and feels good) then do it again
- Sometimes the missing “secret” is more work
LISTEN, this is NOT a comprehensive list by any means, but you don’t need five hundred tips to make a fortune, you only need one – the one that calls out your name.
The one that works for you.
Personally, I’m a huge fan of quick tip #11.
Because quite often the “missing secret” so-to-speak is putting in more work than the next guy. Obviously you have to “work smart” too.
But all things being equal…
Work really does work…
To your success,
-Jason The “Better Networker”
-The Jason Better Blog
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62 Comments
Twila Jacobs on April 7th, 2010
Hey Jason, 2,3, and especially 11. With so many get rich quick scams out there and living in a society that wants instant gratification, people are fooling themselves if they think they will become overnight sucess’ in a few months working 2 hrs a day. It takes hard work, learning, and perserverance.
Great tips!
Enjoy your day!
Twila
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
Thank you Twila.
And I most certainly will.
You have a great day too.
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Network Marketing Sweetie on April 7th, 2010
Great tips Jason as always. I need to practice #7 more… Cheers
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:38 pm
We could all do a little better there.
But one person can only do so much.
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Melodie Kantner on April 7th, 2010
Hi Jason,
I like #11 too but my husband already thinks I’m a workaholic. I just love this business so much it doesn’t seem like work. ; )
Another Great post.
Melodie
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
I hear you Melodie,
I’m constantly getting flack from friends who aren’t in the industry.
They just don’t understand.
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Rebecca geiger on April 7th, 2010
#12 Believe that you can do it
#13 Read Jason Better’s blog for more information on how to be better at what YOU CAN DO!
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
For some reason I love #13 Rebecca.
You’re on a roll!
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Doug Bauknight on April 7th, 2010
The way I see it Jason is that some of those “tips” would require change…
Best tip jar I’ve ever seen had this on the jar…
“Don’t like change? Leave it here!”
I wish I had a picture of it…I’d paste it to my bathroom mirror so I could see it every morning.
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Nice.
Unfortunately, most people are terrified of change!
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graham on April 7th, 2010
just the sound of that word Overwhelm make’s me go in to convulsions of Overwhelm,Thanks for a few simple things to put in to practice. #9 is the best one I think.
cheers graham
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:43 pm
The best?
Most practical.
Gosh, need to follow my own advice there.
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Ilka Flood on April 7th, 2010
Good Morning Jason,
Great tips!
#2,3,4 and #11 stick out for me. I’m definitely a workaholic. However ….
“If you like what you’re doing, you never work a day in your life.” Dayle Maloney
Thanks for sharing your ’secrets!’
Ilka
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:45 pm
More people need to follow your advice Ilka.
And I love the quote.
Money becomes secondary when you’re doing something you love everyday.
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David Wright on April 7th, 2010
Good tips Jason.
#7 and #10 are extremely important. ANYTHING you do will work. You just need a way to tell if how well it’s working, whether formally or even if it just feels right
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
Thank you,
I’ve always seen failure as nothing more than feedback – course correction.
And if you don’t measure it’s hard to know if what you’re doing is working at all.
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Rebecca on April 7th, 2010
Hi Jason,
I think #4 is very important. There are way too many people who don’t follow up.
I think #11 is important, but the extra work can we wasted if you’re not tracking and measuring your results. #7
I look forward to reading your post tomorrow.
Rebecca.
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:50 pm
Totally,
Whole businesses are built on solid follow-up.
I’m shocked by how most businesses completely ignore their customers after the first purchase.
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Mitcehll Dillman on April 7th, 2010
Hey there Jason, Wassup?
I sure appreciate the way you always Keep It Simple…Great post!
Keep it coming, man. 
Had some time this morning before I head to the mountains…got about 8″ of fresh spring snow on the job this morning and ain’t in a big hurry to get there, If ya know what I mean…
It’s Kinda like #5.
“When in doubt, use common sense”
Hey, Jason…What are your thoughts about Just Doing Something? Anything!
Seems like way too many folks talk about what they’re gonna do, or what they should do, then sit there like pot hole in the road and wait to get run over…
Man, Just do something! Stop talking bout it, DO IT! People will follow, even if you just act like you know where you’re going.!
Anyway, gotta fly man…Looks like it’s time to grab my snow shovel and head to the hills.
Catch ya later J…
Mitchell Dillman
P.S. Jason, could you do me a favor this morning? I’ve been working on my business blog, DillmanSolutions.com Could you swing by there and let me know what you think?
Got some ideas I’d like to run by you. Thanks man.
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:52 pm
Hey Mitchell,
You’re going to put the gurus out of business with awesome advice like that.
Nike said it…
Will totally stop by your blog later to see what’s up.
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Dan Johnson on April 7th, 2010
Once again Jason you’re right on target, great info and another great blog article. I’m working on #9, my headlines do need improving I think.
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
It never ends…
I think we could all work on headlines.
Few people understand just how important they can be.
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Melisa on April 7th, 2010
I totally believe you have to work to get results. Also follow up is a BIG one. Alot of people spend alot of time but never follow up. What a waste of hard work. Anyway, love the tips! Thanks!
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:54 pm
There was a quote floating around… wish I could remember who said it…
Maybe I’ll Google it?
“Work is much more fun that fun.”
And thank you for reading Melisa.
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Amy on April 7th, 2010
Great tips, Jason. I LOVE #2, 3 and 4. So many times, folks forget about the ‘the fortune’s in the follow up’ piece. It’s one of the key rules in this industry… and it’s kind of a waste of time to be continuously filling your pipeline unless you’ve got a great follow-up system in place to make sure nobody falls through the cracks.
Thanks once again for the great content, and for keeping it simple!
BTW, the #’s (for the tips) on my end are sort of messed up. They go 1,2,3,4,1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Just thought you’d want to know…
Have a fabulous day!
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:55 pm
Having a fabulous day already!
Thank you Amy.
I’m with you.
Most business owners are trying to pour water into a bucket full of holes.
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Mike Paul on April 7th, 2010
Hey Jason,
7-11! I love it! Hard work is absolutely key to getting your business where you want it to be.
And you can’t track enough stuff. Yes, I log into my Google analytics account EVERY day to see where I’m getting traffic from and where it’s going.
If you’re not using Analytics, you really should be. It’s amazing some of the info you find out. Just take a look at the keywords people are using to find your site.
You might even discover a new topic to write about that you hadn’t thought of before.
Track your work and you’ll know what you need to focus on. Whatever is working, do more of it. If it’s not working, dump it. Simple as that.
Talk soon,
Mike
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:57 pm
Way cool Mike,
I never thought of using it to pick topics before. I might just do that.
Always learning from you guys…
You’re one sharp cookie Mike.
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yadvinder singh on April 7th, 2010
My favourite is tip number one and also I would like to add that “there is never a failure but a feedback so change your input if you not getting the desired feedback” keep up the good work jason.
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Hey Yadvinder,
We’re totally on the same page.
That’s one of my core beliefs.
failure is feedback.
Not sure where I picked that up but it’s served me well over the years.
And thank you.
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Shawn Easterling on April 7th, 2010
I’m like Josh, Jason #2 & #11 are my favorites if your not putting out any value then why are you in business and there is always time for more work.
Kicking out value is the game and I learned that one from the best.
Thanks for the post!!!!!
Shawn Easterling
The “Ultimate Networker”
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Jason on April 7th, 2010
No prob Shawn,
Was checking out your blog earlier.
Loved your post about procrastination.
The NUMBER ONE enemy of all home based business owners!
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Gayle on April 7th, 2010
Morning Jason
Yes, big fan too of #11. #6 was a big one for me, especially in the early stages, once you nail that clearly in your mind (if you are struggling borrow #3)you are away. Everyone has something to give that is valuable to someone else …. go find the right playground and the kids will come play with you (woops, there’s the mum coming out).
See you tomorrow – off to do more of #10!
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April 7th, 2010 at 5:46 pm
I used to worry about #6 until I realized that people are reading posts and ads for a reason and they want to know what to do.
A little more #10 never hurt anybody. Now, if only I could remember all the things that worked and were still fun?
Mistakes are easier for me to remember because they’re often hilarious.
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Eric McMillan on April 7th, 2010
What about number 12: Don’t try to be a jack of all trades! Focus on 1 or 2 things and get really good at them. A lot of the people I work with get so overwhelmed, they try to do everything and end up not being good at anything.
Good stuff,
Eric McMillan
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April 8th, 2010 at 8:26 am
That should definitely be in there…
But I think I covered that one a while back… didn’t want to be redundant.
Right on though.
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Dwayne Huggins on April 7th, 2010
12 Don’t let fear hold you back
I am a bit late to this party, but better late than never.
Nice list, full of value as always. Love the simplicity of it. I take a lot of the things that I don back to its simplest form. I always get to find out that it needn’t be as complex as I was trying to make it.
Dwayne
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April 7th, 2010 at 5:48 pm
You know simple posts are often the hardest ones to write.
I don’t know about you but I can write a ten page post in thirty minutes but gosh… these short ones give me trouble.
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Susanna on April 7th, 2010
Love the list Jason.
There are a couple of those I could focus a little more on.
I’d love to focus more on #11, but my husband is already on the verge of removing key components in my computer. (why are men more distracting than the kids? haha)
Once again, you’re tips are top notch.
Susanna
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April 7th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
Hi Susanna, thanks for the chuckle this morning (I think it’s because they are just ‘bigger’ kids!) shhh
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April 7th, 2010 at 5:50 pm
You need a laptop.
Or one of those “crackberries” then you can lock the closet or the bathroom and work away to your hearts content. 
I seem to have the opposite problem… some days I forget that I need a break…
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Marcus Baker on April 7th, 2010
Hi Jason,
No 11 is a winner. Added to that I’d like to suggest one must be prepared to work at the things we might not like/enjoy or be as good at too. I can work 24/7 doing the things I love doing but there is great value in being prepared to be uncomfortable to become comfortable.
Cheers
Marcus
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April 7th, 2010 at 5:52 pm
Okay Marcus,
Way to spoil the fun! Hah.
But have to give in to that logic.
Work isn’t always a fun thing to do.
Only 98.7% of the time.
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April 8th, 2010 at 6:57 pm
Ha ha.. I think it’s all a matter of perception. The stuff we might not like doing is only that way because we may have been avoiding it but get used to doing it and before you know it and it’s as much fun as anything else… mostly… and if it isn’t then outsource it.
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Viva My Wedding on April 7th, 2010
Jason thanks for the 11 quick tips. I’m going to tape them on my frig so I can always remember them. I think they are going to be of help to my business.
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Wayne Wu on April 7th, 2010
Hey Jas,
Expanding on Point #11, it’s consistent work that always pays off in the long run.
Really, our daily tasks are quite “boring” and generally don’t produce results straight away, so it’s easy to get discouraged. But they compound over time to pay big dividends, and you just have to believe in that.
Have an awesome evening,
Wayne
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April 8th, 2010 at 8:23 am
Definitely,
I think that one of the most overlooked secrets of success is persistence. But not “nose to the grindstone” persistence. Simply keeping at something every day until you get where you’re going.
On another note:
Some person with too much time on their hands has been trying to submit comments on sites with your name. e-mail address, and website. So keep your head up.
They’re being rude and nasty.
I don’t know why anybody would do that but thought I would let you know.
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Chris Owen on April 7th, 2010
Hey Jason,
I like number 2 the best. Lately I’ve been working on ways to outsource number 11.
I have a number 12 for you.
Don’t be afraid to take a risk.
I have been seeing a theme lately, and it’s getting stronger. To many people are going after free traffic and nothing else.
Risking a little money goes a long way in marketing. People are way too afraid of paid advertising these days.
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April 8th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
I know what you mean.
People are absolutely terrified of paying 50 bucks to make a 100 bucks.
No idea why.
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Derek Alvarez on April 8th, 2010
Great tips, Jason!
Now, about Number 1…
Are you saying to be a bully? LOL
But seriously, I took that as finding a niche and trying to be a “big fish in a small pond.”
I love Chris’s addition, it does seem like a lot of “business owners” are afraid to invest in advertising.
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Eduardo F. Santana on April 9th, 2010
Dear Jason,
We must vision the future, and think ahead. (picture our wall in our mind)
We must have clear in our mind and heart are Why? to keep our own selves motivation.
All these thus not have any meaning and lest we do something today. (put one bridge in our wall)
Success is just a few good habits done daily,
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Mongoose on April 13th, 2010
Jason,
I am part of a new multi level marketing business called VEO Natural. The product is health food supplements, vitamins, wellness, products, ect ect… The products are very good and the biz is very exciting because it is so new and i truly believe in the product. There is no doubt in my mind that in 3 to 5 years this VEO Natural is going to BLOW UP!!! My problem is that I do not have time to make it work. I currently hold one of the top spots in the organization. However; that means nothing if I do not create a successful down line. I am willing to give up a percentage of my position to a professional multi level marketer with a proven track record. Were can I find someone like this? Thank you…
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Hey Jason,
My favorite is #2 and #11. That is why I continue to visit this blog everyday. You provide tons of value that has help my blog move forward very fast.
Now on #11, yesterday I saw a comment if I ever sleep. I do, but I also know that I must be on my feet to get the job done. So with that my friend…See you Tomorrow!
Chat with you later…
Josh
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April 7th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
I try…
Although it’s hard to know what you already know on a day to day basis.
Might have to hold a request session soon to
make sure.
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