One of the things I was taught as an IBO was to "fake it til you make it." This was one of the lessons I learned. Based on my interactions with and observations of IBO conduct, I feel that this is still likely to be the case today." If you've been following the problems of various upline leaders such as Shores or Duncan, and their financials, you've probably come to the conclusion that even the diamonds can have financial difficulties. In addition, some former gems who have left the company or quit have stated feelings that are comparable to this.
In contrast, if you look at functions such as "Dream Night," in which the diamonds show off pictures of mansions and sports cars as well as pictures of boats and jetskis, you can conclude that the diamonds are implying that all of these luxuries are part of their regular lives, including the notion of waking up at noon and never having to go to work. This, I feel, is really a façade, or an exercise in deception on the part of the downline, in the majority of diamond cases. I recall the diamonds calling out to the audience to "come join us." As they watch the presentation, some IBOs are so overcome with desire that tears stream down their cheeks. They honestly feel that putting in 2-5 years of effort into the system will guarantee their success.
The unfortunate reality is that the vast majority of IBOs, despite their efforts, will end up making nothing, or, if they are fully immersed in the system of functions, CDs, and books, will end up making a loss. It is possible for IBOs who stick around for a few years to suffer losses in the thousands or tens of thousands of dollars. They may have been told repeatedly during the process that perseverance was crucial or that they would "make it" provided they didn't give up. It's impossible to imagine something more far from the truth. Nothing but financial losses may be expected as a result of working hard and never giving up, according to the facts.
But what about the average rank and file IBOs, who don't have diamonds or high pins to show for their efforts? I suspect that a large number of them are likewise forgeries. Despite the fact that they dress in suits and boast about their achievements, if you ask one of them whether they genuinely generate a net profit, you'll hear more excuses than answers. When asked, the traditional response is that it is none of your concern, or that their outcomes are not indicative of yours because it is dependent on your efforts. This is really a diversionary tactic. It should be possible to qualify statements made by those marketing the opportunity and then flaunting the lifestyle that can allegedly be reached as a result of participating in it. In everyday business, it is customary for prospective business partners or investors to request evidence or confirmation that the company produces the goods or services that are claimed. Why Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs) believe otherwise is perplexing, but not surprising. I believe this is due to the fact that many Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs) are impersonators, beginning at the top.
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