Join as a recruit with an existing member. You can also market the product by networking directly with network marketing companies.

Play It Safe

Check the integrity of the company. How long has it been around? Learn about its products. Beware of claims that cannot be verified easily. Visit the company's website before investing money.

Profitability depends on the need for the product. Is there a market demand for the product to be distributed?

How will you get products? Will they be delivered to you? If you need to collect the products yourself, find out where closest warehouse is. This could add to your travel expense.

Offer products and services that can be used daily and consistently.

Make Your Business a Success

• Be accountable and responsible to your business as you would be to a full-time job.
• Since your success depends on retailing and recruiting, you need to 'think individual'. So, stick around, think big and think innovative!
• When recruiting people, be truthful about the profit you make. Your profitability will help them in making a decision to join the network.
• Do not forcefully market your product to immediate family and friends. Instead, focus on catering to the need of the consumer.

(Author: Dipali Oberoi Bhasin)