Financial Freedom!

 Financial Independence is a reality! That was one of the most common battle cries I heard on a regular basis when I was recruited to work for the Amway company. By generating residual or passive income, you can obtain greater control over your time and finances. That is what it means to have actual financial independence. You get up at noon, have no obligations, and are free to do anything you want, whenever you want. As far as I recall, the speaker stated that those who were broke or unemployed also enjoyed freedom, but it was different since they were broke and could not afford to go golfing or engage in other leisurely pursuits that necessitated the expenditure of money on an ongoing basis.

I'm going to assume that this is still the situation for many independent business owners. Of course, upline leaders may include a disclaimer that you will not get wealthy quickly as an IBO, but, based on my own experiences with IBOs, the presentation appears to still include the financial freedom and residual income themes in the pitch. IBOs continue to believe that they will get wealthy. Aside from that, 2-5 years sounds like a "get rich quick" scheme to me.

Never the less, financial independence would be a wonderful thing, don't get me wrong. Who wouldn't want to be 35 years old and have enough money to never have to work another day in their life? I mean, I could spend a good deal of time fantasising about how much fun that would be. It would also be entertaining to speculate about what you would do with all of the money if you were to win the Powerball prize. However, for those of you who are starry-eyed IBOs, I merely have a few of questions for you to consider. Here are a few questions that you should be asking yourself on a regular basis. The answers to these questions will reveal a great deal about you.

1. Is there anyone in your group or upline who has actually attained financial independence? Have you seen their financial statements, or have you only seen a display of riches, such as photographs of homes and expensive automobiles? Mansions and expensive automobiles could simply be a colossal mound of debt. Not too long ago, it was reported that diamonds had their homes foreclosed on and that a triple diamond was in the process of filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy protection. Look into whether anyone in your group/upline has actually attained the achievement that they are claiming to have achieved while they are recruiting you. Moreover, if they are financially independent, why do they continue to labour at event after event? Traveling and speaking may not be considered traditional jobs, yet they are nonetheless considered to be work. If you have to go somewhere at a specific time and you're doing it for money, you're not really free.

1. Find someone who is retired and golfs every day due of Amway residual revenue. 2. Ask yourself what the chances are that you will be able to attain the same achievements. If diamonds are still effective, what are your chances of achieving success in Amway if you are fresh or seasoned, and have few or no downline to draw on? If you were to play the lottery, your chances of winning would be significantly higher than your chances of earning a big residual income from your Amway business. Also, I'm not aware of any Amway retirees who have grown their businesses once and then retired without receiving any major residual income from the company. Do you agree?

The term "financial freedom" is used to refer to a person's state of being when they have achieved the level of wealth necessary to maintain the lifestyle of their choosing without the need for extra sources of income. It is commonly connected to the concept of being able to retire at an earlier age, travel, pursue hobbies and interests, and live a meaningful life without the burden of worrying about money.

There are a variety of routes one might take to reach their goal of being financially independent, and the journey will be unique to each individual. To accumulate wealth over time, there are those who can decide to put their money into the stock market, real estate, or any other asset. Others may decide to launch their own company or go on a lucrative line of work that will enable them to achieve their goal of becoming financially independent.

The establishment of one's own business, either in the form of a conventional enterprise or as part of a network marketing or multi-level marketing (MLM) organization, is one of the most common ways that individuals reach the point where they are able to declare themselves financially independent. Despite the fact that being an entrepreneur can be difficult at times and requires a person to put in a lot of effort, be dedicated to their work, and be willing to take risks, it also offers the possibility to earn a limitless amount of money and the option to develop a business that is in line with one's hobbies and interests.

Effective management of one's personal finances is another crucial component in obtaining the goal of monetary independence. This includes creating a spending plan, setting aside money, and making intelligent investments. To get the most out of one's financial situation and increase their chances of becoming wealthy, it is essential to live within one's means, stay away from unneeded debt, and make intelligent investments.

However, it is essential to keep in mind that obtaining a state of financial independence is not a one-time occurrence but rather a process that continues over time. To keep up the desired level of lifestyle needs consistent effort as well as careful management of one's resources. In addition, unanticipated occurrences such as the loss of a job, difficulties with one's health, or a slump in the economy can have an effect on a person's capacity to retain their financial independence.

It is essential to not only have a concrete concept of what it means for you to be financially free but also a strategy for how you want to get there. This involves coming up with a budget, establishing financial objectives, and formulating a strategy for saves and investments. In order to guarantee that you are making decisions based on accurate information, it is essential to seek the guidance of financial professionals and other specialists in the industry.

In conclusion, in order to achieve monetary independence, one must put in a lot of effort, be dedicated, and be willing to take risks. It requires competent management of personal money, the accumulation of wealth through investments or entrepreneurial endeavors, and the maintenance of a crystal clear knowledge of what it means to be financially free for oneself. Even if the way forward may look different for each individual, the most important thing is to have a well-defined strategy and the resolve to accomplish what you set out to do.

Fighting For Your "Dreams"?

 IBOs are misinformed about a variety of topics, one of which being the concept of dreams and the importance of battling for them. A dream is essentially a long-term objective. Someone might have a fantasy about being a member of the National Football League. In order to realise such dream, one can consider participating in high school and/or college football. The dream will come to an end for the vast majority of people. Whatever the number of people who wish to play in the NFL, there are only a limited number of people who are proficient enough to make the squad. There are occasions when you may even require a little bit of good fortune in order to be able to make the team. Even fewer are the elite players who rise to the level of stars. As a result, while you may be fighting for your aspirations, there is also an alternate reality to consider.

In the Amway business, leaders will frequently offer hopes and dreams to their downline members through the use of "systems" such as WWDB or Network 21. That the downline can retire at the age of 29 and spend their days walking on the beaches of the world while the income continues to stream in for an indefinite period of time. It would be equivalent to wishing to win the Powerball lottery if someone had these kinds of "dreams." It's possible that you've seen a few people do it, but the chances of you doing it yourself are quite slim. In the real world, your chances are slim to none. Even those that are successful in obtaining diamond will find it challenging to preserve their status. According to the fact, there are many people who went diamond and are no longer diamonds, and hence are no longer earning "residual income."

Another thing that uplines will frequently do is relate anecdotal stories about crabs preventing each other from escaping from a bucket when one tries to escape, or about monkeys preventing each other from collecting bananas from the top of the pole when one attempts to escape. However, while the anecdotes may be intriguing and perhaps accurate in certain cases, they do not always applicable to the Amway business model. However, it is understandable that some of an IBO's friends and family may be wary of Amway, and they may have good reason to do so. Many people have tried their hand at the Amway company with little or no luck. Many people have lost money by following every instruction given to them by their uplines. There is a long history of financial disasters related with Amway and the "systems" that are attached to it. Nobody can point to a long list of people who have walked away from Amway with their bank accounts bulging and their heads held high, as if they had nothing but a care in the world. Have you ever wondered why none of the crown ambassadors has taken use of the "walk away" option? Crown ambassadors, on the other hand, are killed while on the job.

I believe that everyone should have dreams. People should follow their dreams, in my opinion. In addition, I believe that individuals should be aware that certain aspirations can come true. It is also necessary for their dreams to have a certain amount of realism. Despite the fact that there will always be some heroic figure, such as a "Rudy," who overcame incredible difficulties to achieve a dream, the unspoken reality is that there were likely many, many young men who dreamed of playing for Notre Dame that year. Like Rudy, it's likely that no one else has attained such an unlikely dream. Essentially, what I'm saying is that making a good salary while also having the option of retiring early can be accomplished in a variety of ways. You may have decided to employ Amway to help you achieve your financial goals, and that is well within your rights. However, the reality is that, when compared to the tens of millions of others who have attempted it, only a small number of people have succeeded in making all of their financial aspirations come true.

Continue to battle for your aspirations, but bear in mind that you may require a backup plan as well as a dose of reality.

Climbing The Pyramid?

 For starters, I'd like to point out that Amway looks to be a fully legitimate corporation, at least according to the text of the law. Because of this, I am not asserting or inferring that Amway is illegal. However, I believe that the way Amway firms are handled is similar to a pyramid scheme. When it comes to upline bonuses and tool purchases, the efforts and purchases of the lowest level IBOs will be accountable for the majority of the group's income. Many independent business owners (IBOs) are misled into believing that the ability to outperform your upline or the fact that you are not paid to recruit downline makes this an attractive opportunity. Consider the implications of this for a moment. Isn't the purpose of most Amway gatherings to inspire and recruit new members?

There are very few groups in which actual product sales to non-IBOs are sufficient to cover the costs of running your business, functions and all. Therefore, it is true that the lower level IBO's jobs serve as a primary source of income for their uplines, unless you belong to one of those extremely rare groups. How many groups are like that, where the majority of the sales are to retail customers rather than to downline employees? I'm not aware of any, at least that I'm aware of. In fact, how often do independent business owners (IBOs) sell enough products to cover their expenses for even a single month in a year? Most financial harm is done by the groups that preach "purchase from yourself," because the downline's expenses are then met solely by the downline's jobs, bank accounts, or by driving the downline into debt, which causes the group to suffer the most financial harm.

My observations and discussions of group structures in forums have led me to the conclusion that tool sales quickly wipe out whatever profits/bonuses that any of the downlines may have received. After all of their efforts have failed, an IBO will finally break even or make a small profit when they have sponsored enough downline to absorb their losses. Dedicated CORE IBOs would break even and possibly earn a small profit at the 4000 PV level, which is equivalent to platinum status, I believe. A hard CORE committed IBO, on the other hand, can still lose money at levels as high as 4000 or as low as platinum. However, we do know that most platinum groups contain 100 or more IBOs in order to create 7500 PV, which is a significant number. Consequently, we might conclude that less than one percent of IBOs generate a net profit. If IBOs want to produce a net profit at a lower level, the only option to do so is to avoid purchasing tools and paying for functions. Participating in a system such as WWDB or N21 nearly always results in a net loss for those that do so. "

Of course, my job may have a pyramid structure, with the CEO receiving the highest compensation. Nonetheless, in a firm, even the lowest-paid employees receive a salary and have money at the end of each month. IBOs, on the other hand, cannot make the same claim. As a result of these considerations, I believe Amway is a product pyramid. Entrepreneurs and information seekers are welcome to participate, but I challenge them to take the time to sit down and evaluate their capacity to generate a net profit. The majority of the time, the results of the analysis will be negative. People in the United States, and particularly those in the United Kingdom, may find it difficult to even bring up the subject of "Amway" without receiving peculiar looks in their direction. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do.

Business Owner Or Amway Sales Person?

 IBO is an abbreviation for independent business owner. I thought it was cool at the time, but when you look at the big picture, IBOs are simply sales representatives for Amway, with no benefits and no guaranteed wage. Alternatively, a commission-only salesperson. Salespeople make their living by selling goods and services and earning a commission on their sales. Because they have been taught that you make your money by acquiring products from yourself, many independent business owners (IBOs) sell very few items.

Purchases made from one's own inventory may appear to be a good idea on the surface, but doing so does not result in a true profit; rather, it just results in the emptying of one's bank account. Any profit you believe you have made has actually been paid for out of your personal funds. In order to generate a consistent income in any business, you must first establish a customer base. Purchasing the majority of your goods means that you are solely generating profits for Amway the corporation, which manufactures or, in the case of partner stores, distributes the goods. The ones who actually manufacture the items are the ones who earn from their efforts. An independent business owner (IBO) is simply someone who sells things and distributes them in exchange for a commission.

For the majority of "actual" business owners, growing their company may entail advertising, holding special deals, and expanding the number of consumers, as well as raising the amount of product or services purchased by existing clients. An IBO who is "growing the business" is almost never concerned with acquiring additional retail customers. In fact, certain of Amway's limitations, such as restrictions on advertising, make it impossible to reach a large number of clients in a timely manner. Accordingly, the vast majority of IBOs that are "building" are merely looking to add downline who will hopefully purchase their PV and also help them to acquire more downline. By adding people to their downline, independent business owners (IBOs) are able to increase their volume and, consequently, their commissions. As a result, the upline earns their income through the efforts of their subordinates and frequently from the jobs of their subordinates because there are rarely enough consumers to support any major level of sales.

Amway appears to be a dinosaur in this day and age of social networking and high-profile advertising campaigns. Despite the fact that they advertise certain of their product lines on television, the salesmen or independent business owners (IBOs) have limited ability to market their items on a big scale. Instead, it is spread through word of mouth, from person to person. It is a complete waste of time. Is it possible for you to guess why a 30-second commercial during the Super Bowl costs hundreds of thousands of dollars. It's because tens of millions of people are tuning in to see what happens. In terms of generating sales, which do you believe is more effective: a Super Bowl commercial or word of mouth advertising? Keep in mind that wacky IBO behaviour has already tarnished the Amway brand, putting you at a competitive disadvantage in comparison to alternative business options.

Finally, or the bottom line is that an IBO is simply a salesperson who receives no benefits and a commission that is relatively low in comparison to other sales positions. It's a fantastic bargain for Amway, but is it a fantastic deal for an independent business owner?

"Anyone" Can Achieve Success?

 One of the "false optimism" statements my upline used to make to our group was that everyone was going to be successful in their business endeavours. The fact that, despite the difficulties, one day we will all be sitting at the diamond club together, reflecting back on our experiences and laughing. Nothing could be further from the truth, as it turns out. Some Amway promoters like to imply that "anyone" can succeed in their business, but I believe that the same can be said for winning the lottery, which I believe is true as well. The same may be said for Amway, where not "everyone" can be successful, and for winning the lottery, where not "everyone" can be successful. Although Amway is not a game of chance in the same way that the lottery is, the same rules apply. Despite the fact that Amway is not a game of chance, the results are very comparable to those of the lottery.

The use of the phrase "everyone can succeed" is merely a statement intended to instil confidence in others. It appears that Amway promoters enjoy utilising the psychology of giving people hope in order to recruit and retain Independent Business Owners (IBOs). People are motivated by the prospect of a better future. The problem with the Amway offer is that it is based on a false sense of security. It is pretty obvious that the vast majority of downline IBOs will lose money in the vast majority of groups. The majority of active IBOs, even if they receive a bonus, will receive only approximately $10 per month from Amway if they are in good standing. If they use voicemail or set up a standing order, they have already incurred a net loss for the month. Let's not even talk about the open meetings, major functions, and other expenses that come with running an Amway operation.

I feel that the appeal of gambling is due to the belief that it would become popular. One pull of the handle on a slot machine can completely alter your life. Many independent business owners (IBOs) believe that one successful business run can completely transform their lives. Unfortunately, the Amway business does not appear to have borne much fruit in North America so far in its existence. It appears that every new accomplishment is merely a replacement for older pins that are no longer eligible. My opinion is that Amway's decision to stop disclosing North American revenues is an indication of a larger trend. Certainly, if sales were up, they would be shouting from their roof tops about how great they were doing. While Amway recently reported a rise in revenue, this follows on the heels of a number of years in which the company saw severe sales declines. Aside from that, there is insufficient information to assess the reason and effect of the increase in sales. Some others have speculated that it could be as a result of the recent surge in pricing. I wish the corporation would simply be more forthright in its dealings with these concerns.

To summarise, "everyone" has the potential to succeed. However, this merely means that you never know who will be the next person to receive a platinum or diamond. You have no idea where they are going to appear. And it is highly doubtful that it will be a new hire. If you are utilising a system such as N21, WWDB, or BWW, I can say with confidence that "everyone" will not be successful.

The concept that success is attainable by "anyone" is a common thread that runs across many different types of motivational talks, self-help publications, and personal development programs. Even if it has the potential to be an uplifting and motivating message, it is necessary to investigate this concept further and think about what it actually signifies.

It is vitally necessary, first and foremost, to recognize the fact that various people have unique conceptions of what constitutes a successful life. For some, success may be measured in terms of monetary wealth, while for others, it may refer to one's level of personal fulfillment, the quality of their relationships, or their ability to have a beneficial influence on the world. Because of this, when we declare that "anyone" can achieve success, it is essential to acknowledge that success takes on a variety of forms for various people.

However, regardless of how one defines success for themselves, there are a number of characteristics and behaviors that, when cultivated, can serve to raise the likelihood of reaching that success. These may include things such as the following:

A strong work ethic: People who are willing to work hard and persevere in the face of problems are more likely to achieve success than those who give up easily or are unwilling to put in the effort. People who are willing to work hard and persevere in the face of challenges are more likely to achieve success.

Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from adversity and continue making progress toward a goal despite encountering obstacles along the way. People who are able to do this have a greater chance of achieving their objectives.

Positive attitude: People who believe in themselves and their capacity to achieve their goals are more likely to do so than those who doubt themselves and their talents. Those who have a positive mindset are more likely to succeed in achieving their goals.

Vision: Having a distinct idea of what achieving your objectives will entail for you will help to provide direction and keep you motivated on the path to achieving those objectives.

People who are open to new ideas and eager to learn from their experiences are more likely to achieve success than those who oppose change and growth. Since success frequently entails continual learning and personal development, people who are open to new ideas and willing to learn from their experiences have a better chance of achieving success.

Even though possessing these characteristics and engaging in these practices can help to boost the likelihood of obtaining success, it is essential to keep in mind that there are also extrinsic factors that can have an impact on one's level of achievement. It's possible that factors like access to resources and opportunity, institutional disparities, and even luck or chance play a role in this. Therefore, despite the fact that "anyone" could be capable of achieving success, it is essential to acknowledge that not everyone has the same opportunity to do so.

In conclusion, the concept that "anyone" may be successful is a potent message that possesses the ability to inspire and motivate people to work hard toward achieving their objectives. However, it is essential to acknowledge that the characteristics of success will vary from one person to the next and that there are particular characteristics and behaviors that can boost the likelihood of obtaining success. It is also essential to understand that success can be influenced by external variables that are beyond the control of an individual, and that not everyone has the same possibilities to accomplish the things they set out to do.

"Anyone" Can Achieve Success?

 One of the "false optimism" statements my upline used to make to our group was that everyone was going to be successful in their business endeavours. The fact that, despite the difficulties, one day we will all be sitting at the diamond club together, reflecting back on our experiences and laughing. Nothing could be further from the truth, as it turns out. Some Amway promoters like to imply that "anyone" can succeed in their business, but I believe that the same can be said for winning the lottery, which I believe is true as well. The same may be said for Amway, where not "everyone" can be successful, and for winning the lottery, where not "everyone" can be successful. Although Amway is not a game of chance in the same way that the lottery is, the same rules apply. Despite the fact that Amway is not a game of chance, the results are very comparable to those of the lottery.

The use of the phrase "everyone can succeed" is merely a statement intended to instil confidence in others. It appears that Amway promoters enjoy utilising the psychology of giving people hope in order to recruit and retain Independent Business Owners (IBOs). People are motivated by the prospect of a better future. The problem with the Amway offer is that it is based on a false sense of security. It is pretty obvious that the vast majority of downline IBOs will lose money in the vast majority of groups. The majority of active IBOs, even if they receive a bonus, will receive only approximately $10 per month from Amway if they are in good standing. If they use voicemail or set up a standing order, they have already incurred a net loss for the month. Let's not even talk about the open meetings, major functions, and other expenses that come with running an Amway operation.

I feel that the appeal of gambling is due to the belief that it would become popular. One pull of the handle on a slot machine can completely alter your life. Many independent business owners (IBOs) believe that one successful business run can completely transform their lives. Unfortunately, the Amway business does not appear to have borne much fruit in North America so far in its existence. It appears that every new accomplishment is merely a replacement for older pins that are no longer eligible. My opinion is that Amway's decision to stop disclosing North American revenues is an indication of a larger trend. Certainly, if sales were up, they would be shouting from their roof tops about how great they were doing. While Amway recently reported a rise in revenue, this follows on the heels of a number of years in which the company saw severe sales declines. Aside from that, there is insufficient information to assess the reason and effect of the increase in sales. Some others have speculated that it could be as a result of the recent surge in pricing. I wish the corporation would simply be more forthright in its dealings with these concerns.

To summarise, "everyone" has the potential to succeed. However, this merely means that you never know who will be the next person to receive a platinum or diamond. You have no idea where they are going to appear. And it is highly doubtful that it will be a new hire. If you are utilising a system such as N21, WWDB, or BWW, I can say with confidence that "everyone" will not be successful.

Amway Zombies?

 It can happen to the nicest of individuals at any time, and it usually happens slowly and gradually over time. These are some of the indicators that you are becoming indoctrinated, and you are most likely causing irritation among your friends and loved ones as a result of your behaviour. It may not be immediately evident, but the shift is taking place and will eventually become noticeable to those who are familiar with you. I hope this has been of assistance:

*You're driven to recruit as many people as you possibly can. Even misrepresentation or plain lies may be used to entice individuals into attendance at your meetings. Within a short period of time, your family and friends will avoid you like the plague. In the end, you find yourself spending a lot of time in malls and other public places looking for recruits. When it comes to conversing with others and pretending to be interested in other people and their interests, you can nearly come off as false.

You are encouraged to build an unrealistic and irrational fervour for the products in order to maximise your profits. Even going so far as to justify the high quality of toilet paper or to refer to the products as prestigious is an extreme measure. You might even fight over the quality of energy drinks or about phytonutrients, which are things you might not even be aware of at the time.

Throughout the promotional literature and motivational seminars, there are a slew of demands, promises, and veiled threats of failure if you don't put forth the necessary effort to succeed. i.e. If you give up, you are a loser who is condemned to die poor and miserable. Alternatively, you may allow someone to steal your dream. It is through these ludicrous assertions that your upline manages to keep you hooked.

Because the system is promoted as the means by which you will become phenomenally wealthy, you will be under pressure to give up any conflicting or competing hobbies, such as your bowling league or golf club. Except for the pursuit of financial independence, there is nothing else that matters in life. All of your activities in life must contribute to the success of your Amway business and have an impact on your financial future. Unless it has an impact on your financial future, none of your other activities are important to you. In your pursuit of the elusive financial grail, you may find yourself alienating even your closest family and friends.

Your upline quickly rises to the position of your most trusted buddy. Your thoughts and sentiments are influenced in part by the CDs, meetings, and functions that you attend and attend. Because of your unwavering allegiance to your upline, people in your life who you may have relied on for your whole life suddenly become second-class citizens in your eyes.

Do any of these actions ring a bell with you? Hopefully, you are not engaging in any of these habits.

Amway Was Meant To Be Inconvenient?

 In looking back on my Amway IBO days, I can now chuckle at some of the bizarre things that we did. And believe it or not, I have reason to suspect that my old LOS, WWDB, still teaches some of this, along with several other large groups. According to me, several of these behaviours contributed to the perception of Amway as a cult or as possessing cult-like characteristics among some individuals. It is possible that you are a member of an unethical group if you identify some of these activities. If this is the case, you should ask your upline the difficult questions and potentially reevaluate or reprioritize your involvement in the firm.

Meetings that start late. Our upline was big on late meetings, with many of them taking place after midnight. To some extent, it was a demonstration of commitment and dedication to one's upline and to the system. In truth, it made the majority of people resentful of their occupations because they had to report to work early in the morning. When it came to me, it made me resentful of our upline because the meetings didn't teach us anything useful and instead made us exhausted. We used to hear our upline preach about the importance of time, but it was never essential enough for him to make sure he showed up on time for his own late-night meetings. Another aspect that resembles a cult is sleep deprivation. We were told by our upline that this technique was part of Amway's business of inconvenience, and that it was intended to pick out the weak and undedicated.

One of the things we were informed was that we have to submit to our upline. Those in our group were instructed that upline would never intentionally lead them astray, and that we should put our faith in them and never undertake anything without first consulting upline. After all, upline had years of expertise and was likely to know the answers to all of your questions. Some of the things that were checked uplined were seeking permission to get married, purchase a car or a home, or even something as simple as acquiring a camera, among other things. The upline stated that it would be pointless to check upline before making a camera purchase because someone upline might offer suggestions on how to obtain a good price on a camera. Your upline probably didn't want your disposable income to be spent on anything other than standing orders and functions, so he restricted your spending.

Secrets. Every time we inquired about the amount of income our uplines may have been receiving, we were either told it was none of our business or offered a Xerox of a bonus check that someone upline may have received 5-10 years ago that we had no business asking about. It was upline who showed out photographs of sports vehicles and mansions as proof that the business was successful for us. It is true that some WWDB diamonds had their homes foreclosed on, and that one notable triple diamond had some interactions with the bankruptcy court (Chapter 7) in the past few years. Looking back, I assume that many gems are encumbered by mortgages, which would not be a problem if these leaders hadn't sneered at the idea of taking out a loan in the first place. That diamonds may be used to purchase anything, including homes, in cash. My former sponsor continues to live in a dilapidated leased property because he will not purchase a home unless he has the necessary funds. Because my previous sponsor is a physician, I find his attitude on purchasing a home to be completely absurd. Because of his dedication to the system and its functions, his oldest child, a son, is likely to have grown up without his parents' involvement.

Losing money is considered a victory. On numerous occasions, our group was informed that losing money was a sign of success. It was a success because we were making a long-term investment in ourselves. That the business is truly not about making money, but rather about making friends. I guess upline taught this because everyone was losing money at the time, and it was comforting to hear that success was just around the corner, and that we were all nicer people who were well on our way to success if we just went to more gatherings and purchased more standing orders. People who sold aside some of their own belongings in order to attend a function were edified if they did it for the right reasons. Obviously, these individuals were not encouraged to operate their firm within their financial capabilities. Indeed, Upline stated that it was acceptable to incur debt, but only if the debt was used to invest in the business or purchase additional function tickets.

While some of these behaviours appear weird, I believe that they are the result of upline counsel that was self-serving and intended to divert their downline's funds towards the purchase of tooling. It's the only conclusion I can come to at this point.

Amway is a firm that engages in direct selling and gives people the option to launch their own businesses by promoting and selling the company's products to other people. One of the many myths and misunderstandings that have developed over the years in relation to the Amway business model is the notion that Amway was designed with the intention of being bothersome to its customers. In this piece, we will look into the reality that lies behind this common misunderstanding.

Myth: Amway Was Designed to Be a Hassle for Its Distributors

The fact that Rich DeVos and Jay Van Andel, the founders of Amway, initially launched the company in the 1950s as a way to supplement their income while they explored other business initiatives gives rise to the misconception that Amway was designed to be difficult to participate in. When opposed to more conventional forms of buying, such as going to a storefront, purchasing Amway goods had to be done via mail order at the time, which many people found to be an inconvenient method.

Amway has, however, developed over the years and grown in response to shifts in both technological and consumer preferences. Customers and distributors alike can now purchase Amway items quickly and easily online through the company's website, making the transaction simpler and more expedient than it has ever been before. In addition, Amway has made available to its distributors a variety of tools and resources, such as mobile applications and online training courses, to assist them in developing and managing their companies in the most effective manner possible.

The truth is that Amway was created with adaptability and simplicity in mind.

In point of fact, the Amway business model is intended to be adaptable and user-friendly. This makes it possible for individuals to launch their own businesses according to their own preferences. Distributors have the ability to select when and where they work, which enables them to manage their business in conjunction with other commitments, such as raising a family or working a full-time job.

Amway also provides a diverse selection of items, ranging from those concerned with health and wellness to those concerned with home care and beauty, in order to cater to the requirements and preferences of a large number of customers. As a result of the fact that these goods are manufactured using high-quality components and are supported by scientific research, consumers may feel confident about the products they purchase.

In addition, Amway provides its distributors with a wealth of training and support resources, such as online training modules, in-person events, and mentoring programs. This guarantees that distributors have access to the resources and information they require to thrive in their business and give the highest possible level of service to their clients.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the concept that Amway was designed to be difficult and time-consuming is a fiction. Even though the company may have gotten its start in mail-order sales, it has progressed to the point where it can now offer individuals who are interested in beginning their own business a business opportunity that is simple and flexible. Amway provides individuals who are ready to put in the effort with a one-of-a-kind and lucrative business opportunity. This opportunity consists of the flexibility to work on their own terms, access to a large variety of high-quality products, intensive training and support, and more.

Amway = Trading Hours For Losses?

 Job rejection was made easier by the use of the slogan "trading hours for cash," which was used by upline diamonds to justify their actions. As if having a job where you were compensated for your time were in any way humiliating. I feel that everything is relative. Given that many IBOs are young and may be working in more entry-level positions, your hourly income may not be very high in comparison to other occupations. If you earn, say, $10 an hour, you may find yourself in financial difficulty, and it may take some time until your abilities and knowledge improve to the point where your experience is worth more money than your salary. So what if you were employed at $1000 an hour and made $160,000 a month on the side? Is it a bad deal to trade hours for bucks in this situation? No, I don't believe so. Never forget that full-time employment often includes paid vacation, sick leave, medical/dental benefits, and maybe a pension and/or access to a 401(k) plan.

Having a business, on the other hand, might be beneficial or detrimental. In the case of an Amway operation that generates less than $100 in monthly revenue, and you spend $200 on activities such as standing orders, training and motivating materials, you are losing money. It would be preferable if you worked for nothing. That is still a preferable option to running a firm in which you are losing money, however. I believe that the majority of people agree that a platinum group normally has 100 or more IBOs in total. The Platinum IBO is therefore among the top one percent of all IBOs. According to what I've heard, the platinum level is the point at which you begin to break even or make a small profit, depending on your level of tool use. If platinums are barely earning a profit, it seems likely that the remaining 99+ percent of IBOs are losing money as well. What is that worth in terms of dollars per hour?

I believe that uplines successfully mislead IBOs into believing that a job is harmful. After all, trading hours for bucks sounds a lot like being a kind of indentured servant of some sort. However, in the end, it is your bottom line that matters. Even if you are an IBO with little or no downline, and/or little in the way of sales to non-IBOs/customers, if you are attending functions and purchasing standing orders, you are losing money each and every month. Your ten to twelve hours per week of Amway labour is costing you cash! Nonetheless, even at minimum wage, if you work 10 to 12 hours a week, you could earn approximately $300 to $ 350 in gross income per month. After taxes, you earn between 250 and 300 dollars. At the very least, trading hours for dollars ensures that you will make a profit at the end of the month.

Uplines deceive you into adopting a "business attitude," leading you to believe that working for a net loss is just a normal aspect of the business world. IBOs should be aware that a business that is represented as low risk and low overhead should be one in which you can start earning money immediately. It is instead taught to employees to delay satisfaction or to reincorporate any profits back into the company in the form of tools and functions, resulting in an overall net loss.......................................................... Trading hours for bucks would be my preference if that were the case.

Recall that exchanging hours for dollars is not a bad deal if you are earning enough money per hour to justify it. In addition, even those who make less money are better off than those who "manage a business" yet end up making a net loss on their investments. Everyone has a different opinion, and this message is intended to assist new or potential IBOs who are being lured to join the Amway business opportunity. Those who are employed and those who own businesses should be successful. Either way, you have a chance to be successful. Keep it in mind!

Amway is a firm that has been in business for more than sixty years and engages in direct sales. The company was established in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Rich DeVos, and it has since developed into one of the most successful direct-selling businesses in the world, with operations in more than one hundred countries.

Even though Amway has been successful in generating cash for its independent distributors throughout the years, there has been a lot of discussion regarding whether or not Amway's business model is sustainable and profitable for those engaged. The fact that the Amway model necessitates an excessive amount of time and effort to generate a profit, which might result in unprofitable trading hours, is one particular criticism leveled against it.

Independent distributors in Amway participate in a multi-level marketing (MLM) system that allows them to earn commissions not only on the products they sell but also on the sales of others they recruit to join the business. This allows independent distributors to earn more money overall. Theoretically, this method has the potential to be rewarding for individuals who are successful in constructing a sizable and active downline of distributors beneath them.

Nevertheless, the fact of the matter is that developing a prosperous Amway business is frequently a work that is both time-consuming and challenging. It is anticipated of distributors that they will commit a significant amount of time and effort to the activities of prospecting for new distributors, recruiting new distributors, and training them, in addition to marketing and selling Amway products. Even while Amway gives its distributors with training and support, the individual is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of their own business.

In addition, maintaining the Amway business model can be an expensive endeavor. Distributors are obliged to make purchases of Amway products in order to resell those products, and they are strongly pushed to attend Amway events and conferences, which can add up to significant costs. In addition, in order to publicize their company, a lot of distributors spend money on marketing materials like business cards and brochures.

It should not come as a surprise, given these obstacles, that a significant number of Amway distributors have trouble turning a profit. According to a report published by the Federal Trade Commission in 2018, fewer than one percent of Amway distributors make enough money from the company to support themselves full-time. The overwhelming majority of distributors make very little profit or actually incur a loss financially.

The cost of losing money is not limited to monetary terms for those who experience it. According to a number of Amway distributors, the time and energy they invest in growing their Amway business comes at the expense of other aspects of their lives, including their relationships with family and friends, their hobbies, and other activities. Distributors have to give up their time and effort for a business that does not provide them with a consistent income, which has led to criticism that the Amway business model necessitates trading hours for losses.

In conclusion, despite the fact that the Amway business model has been successful for some, the majority of the company's independent distributors do not find it to be a viable or profitable proposition. It can take a large amount of time and work to create a successful Amway business, yet the cash returns are typically quite low or even nonexistent in the majority of cases. Distributors have to give up their time and effort for a business that does not provide them with a consistent income, which has led to criticism that the Amway business model necessitates trading hours for losses.

Amway IBOs "Help People"?

 One of the BS things our Amway upline told our group over and over was that we were out there helping people and fighting for what was right in the world, which was completely false. It is certain that evil will triumph if decent persons do not take action. This is something I agree with. That the AMOs have thrived because too many good people have overlooked the problem, and that the problem has not gone away, but has merely gone unobserved by the majority of the population. As a result, over the years, it is likely that tens of millions of individuals have been duped out of their hard-earned money by the "tool scam."

Dissect these difficulties and look at them one at a time, starting with the first. As an IBO, what exactly are you up against is unclear. Are you waging a battle against yourself? What is your position? I'm aware that many uplines want you to believe that your job is miserable in order to provide you with desire to join and succeed in Amway. Then comes the hook, in which they will tell you that having the right tools is critical to your success. You, on the other hand, are not fighting anything. It doesn't matter whether or not you like your job; it pays the bills and allows you to make a life. Unless your Amway business generates enough revenue to pay your "functions and tools" expenses, your job income is essential, regardless of whether or not your upline believes this is the case.

What do you think about assisting others? How do Independent Business Owners (IBOs) benefit people by convincing them to join Amway? While individuals are engaged in community service or other projects, independent business owners (IBOs) are stalking people in malls and other public places in search of prospects, or they are attending meetings and activities on weekends. What benefit does this have to anyone other than the people who benefit from the functions? What are the ways in which IBOs are assisting people? Although it is comforting to believe that you are fighting for a good cause or assisting others, the reality is that the majority of people who are involved in Amway make nothing or lose money, and this is before taking into consideration the time you may miss out on spending with family and friends.

I used to work as an IBO. I was under the impression that we were working for a noble cause. I did eventually come to the realisation that we were not assisting anyone. Potential Amway recruits were the only persons in whom we showed any interest. Everyone else was little more than cannon fodder. Those who are familiar with the phrase "some will, some won't, so what? Next" may recognise it. When I was an IBO, I didn't go out of my way to "assist" anyone unless they were also interested in Amway. What does this have to do with making the world a better place?

IBOs are, on the whole, decent and hardworking individuals. They have just been duped into supporting a fictitious cause that has been promoted by their upline. Most people wake up and flee as quickly as I did, but I feel the harm has been done over time and is significant. I hope that my blog has provided some useful information for both new and experienced IBOs, as well as prospects.

Amway Behind The Scenes?

 When the Amway Diamonds and other leaders want to recruit new IBOs, they put on a dog and pony show, which is one of the things that they do. They want prospects to believe that if you consume Amway products and get others to do the same, you would be financially secure in a few years, capable of speaking on stages and guaranteeing the future for future generations. They might utilise props such as images of a mansion to make their point. Slideshows of automobiles, yets, and yachts It appears to be valuable, but based on what I now know, it is unclear whether the diamonds genuinely own this property or if they are simply presenting you with a slideshow of "wealthy and famous lifestyles." The reality is that many diamonds are likely to be in debt or living from bonus check to bonus check in order to survive. According to statistics, more than half of NBA basketball players go bankrupt within five years of retirement, despite the fact that they earn far more money than diamonds. Why would a diamond be any different from the average Joe, especially when they appear to be living well over their financial means?

We can see from the rare situations where diamond income was revealed that they were not generating the kind of money that they would have you believe they were making. A Triple diamond (whose earnings were verified) was earning around half a million dollars per year from Amway. Certainly a great income, but not what most people would expect, and certainly not enough to keep that gem out of Chapter 7 bankruptcy. According to reports, another WWDB diamond has lost his or her home to foreclosure. According to another diamond, who was not identified but documented in the book "Amway Motivational Organizations, Behind the Smoke and Mirrors," there was a diamond who had a gross income of more than three million dollars and a net income of approximately three hundred twenty thousand dollars. This diamond was in significant debt, owed back taxes to the government, and was putting in long hours to simulate the diamond lifestyle while also being in serious financial difficulty.

Religion or Christianity, in the case of some of these corporate leaders, is also used to legitimise their role in the company. For those who are familiar with the Bible, it is apparent that the pursuit of wealth can lead to ruin. What does it say when you have functions such as Dream Night, for example? I would also like to point out that in the cases where the financials of these diamonds were made public, there were no large charitable contributions made. I'm curious if these charlatans talk a good game but don't put in any effort or money to help deserving organisations. Where have the ten-thousand-dollar checks gone that they claimed to be donating to charity gone? Despite the fact that these leaders regard to themselves as mentors, whatever assistance they provide to their downline results in some form of pay for them. This is not a mentorship relationship; rather, it is more like a paid consultant relationship where the results are not successful.

Behind the nice suits and the glitz of the functions, I believe that IBOs and prospects would see a world they truly would not want to be a part of. A world in which deception is practically required in order to prosper. In this case, you take advantage of people who have faith in you. It's a place where you pretend to be affluent and free, but in reality you're a slave to the almighty cash. Where you traded a 9-5 job for a job that works the graveyard shift. Observing the situation objectively behind the scenes, you might notice what I observe.

Amway is a global direct selling corporation that works in over one hundred countries and offers a variety of products for personal care, including those related to one's health, appearance, and home. Behind the scenes of Amway lies a world that is both complex and fascinating, despite the fact that the company presents itself to the public as a thriving and innovative enterprise. When it comes to getting a better knowledge of what goes on behind the scenes at Amway, there is a lot to investigate, ranging from the company's history and culture to its business model and operations.

Behind the scenes of Amway, one of the most fascinating things is the company's distinct history and culture. Amway was first known as the American Way Association when it was established in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Richard DeVos. At that time, the company's primary focus was on selling Nutrilite vitamins and supplements through a network of independent distributors. The company has established itself as a frontrunner in the field of direct selling as a result of its successful expansion over the years of both its product catalog and its geographic reach.

Behind the scenes, Amway's business model is really interesting to investigate as well. Because the business uses a concept known as multi-level marketing, its distributors have the opportunity to earn money through the sale of items as well as the recruitment of additional distributors to join their teams. This business model has generated debate on occasion, with some detractors characterizing Amway's operations as a pyramid scam. However, the company has always insisted that it does its business in a lawful and ethical manner. Furthermore, the company has put in a lot of effort to establish a solid reputation and business strategy.

Amway's operations and infrastructure are two other essential aspects of the organization that take place behind the scenes. Amway maintains a vast supply chain and distribution network, with production sites and warehouses located in numerous countries across the globe. The organization also makes significant investments in research & development, continuously developing new ideas and bettering existing ones in order to fulfill the ever-evolving requirements of its clientele. In addition, Amway has a comprehensive training and support system in place for its distributors. This system gives its distributors access to knowledge and tools that are designed to assist them in constructing prosperous businesses.

Amway, on the other hand, has been plagued with its fair share of problems and conflicts behind the scenes. In the past, the corporation has been forced to manage concerns relating to product safety, distributor ethics, and a variety of other topics, as well as facing court fights and regulatory scrutiny in a number of different nations. Additionally, the company has been forced to adjust to changes in the business landscape, such as the emergence of e-commerce and the shift towards marketing methods that are more targeted and direct-to-consumer oriented. These changes have required the company to adapt in order to remain competitive.

When it comes to the inner workings of Amway, there is a wealth of information waiting to be uncovered and investigated. Amway is a fascinating and dynamic organization that has had a considerable impact not only on the direct selling industry but also on other spheres of business and society. The organization is distinguished by its singular culture and history, as well as its cutting-edge business model and intricate operations. Amway has stayed devoted to its objective of assisting individuals in achieving success and financial independence via entrepreneurialism and hard effort despite the fact that the company has faced problems and been the subject of controversies over the course of its history.

The "Truth" About Amway?

 When it comes to some Amway executives, one of the things that irritates me the most is their obvious revisionist history. With the exception of the small quantities of success that seep through their system, they never accept any responsibility for their actions. Realism is neglected, or leaders pretend that real problems and issues never existed, or they just rewrite history to suit their own objectives or political aims and agendas. Undoing this by teaching their downline to take personal accountability for their failures, even when downline diligently purchases and applies teaching via resources such as voicemail, standing orders, and functions.

One particularly egregious example was the outright fabrication that no one made money from tools. Leaders have already admitted that they make money from tools after being caught red handed, but no one seems to know exactly how much or how you actually qualify to receive compensation. And there was no retaliation for telling such blatantly false statements.

When I was in my last LOS, WWDB, the leaders used to explain why so few IBO couples ever get divorced. Amway couples have a 2 percent divorce rate, which is significantly lower than the global average of around 50 percent divorce rate for married couples. WWDB, on the other hand, employs its own revisionist history. One such individual is Howie Danzik, who, according to the WWDB, started his firm while single and then married Theresa Tsuruda. Apparently, the Emerald function I attended, where Howie and his wife at the time, Susan, stated that they had developed the company together, was a dream come true for me. There are numerous such examples of this, but what strikes me is how the downlines appear to be completely unaware of these realities.

The refusal of an IBO to acknowledge that a prominent triple diamond in WWBD had residences foreclosed on or was embroiled in bankruptcy proceedings was another recent example, despite the fact that there are sufficient public papers demonstrating that this is not the case. It's completely mind-boggling. If Tiger Woods were a diamond and claimed that he had no extramarital affairs, I'm willing to bet that his downline would believe him too. Scary.

Simply put, I'm curious as to when Independent Business Owners (IBOs), who devote their time and resources to numerous systems, would ever hold these leaders accountable for their conduct. If you purchase a television and it does not function properly, you would request a refund. If certain standing orders and functions contain critical information, and if you use them and they do not function, you should request a refund as soon as possible. People should also ask the difficult questions of their superiors. If someone provides you with incorrect advise, they should be held accountable for their actions. Someone who claims that purchasing a home with a mortgage is foolish because of the interest you will pay is a hypocrite, and if you discover that they have "interest only loans," you should consider their advise to be suspect.

Keep these well-paid leaders from simply rewriting history in order to excuse their own faults and transgressions.

The "Real" Amway Business?

 I've been reading some ongoing disputes over whether the system income for higher pins is more than their Amway bonuses, which I thought was interesting. I feel that the systems like as BWW, WWDB, N21, and LTD generate more profit for upline than the selling of Amway items, and that this is true. Although it appears that there are legitimate written contracts outlining how tools income is divided up among the upper pins, the exact distribution of system income remains a mystery. There is also a disagreement over whether the profit is received by the gems themselves or by their "corporations," which is ridiculous as a defence in this case.

However, it is quite simple to verify that the technique generates significantly more income than Amway. If you move $100 worth of Amway items, Amway will reward you with around $33 in bonuses in exchange for your efforts. Depending on your level, these bonuses will be divided among the Amway IBOs (middlemen) in your organisation. As an alternative, if your group purchases, say, 20 CDs at $5.00 each, the system will make approximately $90 in profit because CDs cost approximately 50 cents to a $1 each to produce in quantity. Other Amway defenders will point to the fact that some organisations sell cds for $2.50 or $3.00 as proof of their point. While this is true, there is a "member's fee," such as for the WWDB premiere club, that must be paid in order to participate. Once the member's fee is taken into consideration, the system's profit remains constant if not slightly increased. Even after accounting for the system's employees, it is simple to analyse the math and understand where the true money is created in the system.

If you purchase a $125 ticket to a large function, the cost of that function may be in the range of $25 to $30 per participant, resulting in a profit of $100 for the system on a $125 transaction. The minor activities, such as open meetings, books, and voicemail, I believe, have lower profit margins; nonetheless, in the aggregate, it's easy to conclude that the profit from the system outweighs the profit gained by moving Amway items. I should mention that sales at these parties are frequently conducted in cash, thus it is unclear whether or not the vendors are remitting their sales taxes to the Internal Revenue Service.

The only thing that remains to be determined is how much each individual earns. There has been some speculation that platinums receive a discount on the sale of standing orders and CDs, but I have never heard of a platinum sharing any of the profits from functions, voicemail, or any of the other things available for purchase. This is perplexing to me because I believe the platinums are the ones who put in the most effort in the system, assisting downlines. The platinums are the backbone of the system, but unless they break through and reach a higher level, they only receive pennies in compensation for their work.

As a result, for lower level IBOs, if you move $300 in Amway sales (about 100 PV), you will receive approximately $10 or 3 percent, while your upline would collect the remaining $90+ in Amway bonuses. And then, when you purchase and move a large number of tools, you receive nothing, while some of your uplines reap the benefits of the entire business. While I don't have a problem with upline making a profit from the sale of training materials, I do have a problem with the reality that the tools themselves are ineffective. Because there are so few IBOs who develop to the point where they may produce a real profit, the usage of tools is not warranted. Amway advocates will point out the new platinums who emerge each year, but they will fail to mention the platinums who do not re-qualify and the platinums who simply resign because they are losing money in their businesses.

As a result of my observations, I can only conclude (quite easily) that the sale of support materials generates significantly more profit for the company's upper management. In addition, I can only conclude that the support materials do not effectively train downline IBOs so that they can progress to higher levels of the company. However, as PT Barnum once stated, a sucker is born every minute of every day of the year.

Since its founding in 1959, Amway is a multi-level marketing (MLM) company that has been in business around the world. It has grown over the years to become one of the most successful multi-level marketing companies in the world, and it now has distributors working in more than one hundred countries. The company's business model revolves around the sale of a wide range of products, including health supplements, personal care items, and household cleaning products, through a network of independent distributors.

The "real" Amway business consists of building a network of distributors who are enthusiastic about selling the company's products and recruiting others to do the same. This is the company's primary objective. Distributors are incentivized to grow their businesses by bringing on new people to work under them (known as their "downline") and earning commissions on the products that their "downline" customers buy.

The emphasis placed on one's own personal growth and advancement throughout the Amway business is one of its most important components. The company provides a wide range of resources and training materials to its distributors, including books, audio tapes, and videos, to help them build their skills and grow their businesses.

In addition, the company provides its distributors with a variety of incentives and rewards, such as bonuses for reaching particular sales and recruitment goals, in order to motivate its distributors to do better business. Distributors can also earn rewards such as trips and other prizes for reaching certain milestones in their business.

The Amway business is structured on the notion of "residual income," which means that distributors can continue to earn commissions on the sales made by their downline, even if they are not actively involved in the sales process themselves. Distributors have the potential to generate a passive income stream as a result of this, giving them the opportunity to earn money even when they are not working actively on their business.

While the Amway business model can be lucrative for some, it is not without its challenges. The fact that it can be difficult for distributors to make money by selling the company's products is one of the primary criticisms leveled against the multi-level marketing (MLM) industry. This is due to the fact that the products themselves are frequently priced higher than comparable commodities that can be obtained in stores, as well as the fact that distributors are required to compete with one another to sell the products.

As a consequence of this, the majority of distributors wind up making the majority of their income from the sale of various sales aids and other training materials. While the use of these materials is a common practice in the MLM industry, some critics have argued that it is more about generating revenue for the company than it is about helping distributors succeed.

Another difficulty facing the Amway business is the idea that it is a pyramid scheme. Pyramid schemes are prohibited in many countries and entail the recruiting of new members into a business with the promise of huge returns, without any actual products or services being supplied. While the Amway business model does entail recruitment, it is not considered a pyramid scheme because distributors are expected to sell the company's products in order to earn commissions.

In spite of these obstacles, the Amway business continues to be a well-liked option among people who are interested in beginning their own companies. The company's focus on personal development and training, as well as its range of incentives and rewards, can be attractive to individuals who are motivated to succeed.

In the end, the "real" business of Amway is about creating a network of distributors who are committed to selling the company's products and building their own businesses, as well as distributors who are highly motivated and skilled. While the MLM sector as a whole has experienced criticism and scrutiny over the years, the Amway business remains a viable alternative for individuals who are ready to put in the time and effort required to succeed.

Quitting Amway?

 One of the things that keeps some independent business owners going is the concept of "alternative reality." The reason for this is that for some IBOs, after a period of time in the Amway business, it might be difficult to leave. It is possible that you were lured in by the prospect of earning a lifelong residual income and wandering on all of the world's wonderful beaches. Retirement at an early age and spending that time with your wife and family are two of the best things you can do. By quitting, a representative is acknowledging that his or her aspirations will not be realised, at least not through the Amway business. The reality is that the Amway offer was unlikely to fulfil those hopes and desires in the first place. Even the most valuable diamond is unlikely to be able to fulfil their ambitions. Most diamonds, especially those that flaunt an expensive lifestyle, I would assume are either broke or heavily indebted because a diamond income cannot support a jetset lifestyle, save for a founder's crown ambassador or something like, according to my estimates. A lot of light was shed on the economics of an upper level pin when the well-known WWDB triple diamond bankruptcy was revealed, and it wasn't quite as amazing as I had anticipated.

But what is the reality on the ground? It is exerting considerable effort merely to fluctuate between 100 and 500 PV. It has finally sponsored a new IBO, only to have a downline leave as a result of the sponsorship. What it feels like when you're talking to people about Amway and you get laughed at or rejected. It's your upline or sponsor who is pressuring you to achieve even better. If you aren't putting in the necessary effort, it's possible that your upline will doubt your manhood. A winner does not miss functions, especially the key ones, as your upline or sponsor is reminding you of this fact by phone. Night owls are those that stay up late for team meetings or who work when they require a good night's sleep in order to perform their duties the next day. It's travelling long distances to demonstrate a strategy just to have your prospect fail to appear. Deception about what you're doing is an important part of it. It's missing out on social events with family and friends so that you may focus on the business.

Do you, as IBOs, see anything like this? During my involvement, I witnessed a lot of this. Despite the fact that I have not been an IBO for some years, I continue to see several testimony and comments from more current and even some active IBOs that show that much of this is still going on. While Amway's apologists will claim otherwise, I see no reason why any of this should have changed over the years, given that the company has made no meaningful modifications to prevent abusive uplines from gaining control of their businesses. If Amway has made any adjustments, they are not immediately obvious, and the continuing stream of complaints and testimony does not imply that any remediation has been carried out in the meanwhile. I recently sent some information to Amway regarding some unethical actions on the part of an Independent Business Owner (IBO). Although they failed to publish my objection on their now defunct Answers blog, they also failed to reply to it and appear to have done nothing in the case of the unscrupulous IBO. So much for not turning a blind eye to what was going on.

Active IBOs and prospects should be aware of the following realities that may be associated with the Amway opportunity. Much of it can be attributed to motivational groups such as WWDB or BWW, but if you notice these characteristics in your group, you should ask the difficult questions. If you come to the conclusion that the Amway opportunity is not for you, don't lose heart! If you want to reach your financial goals and aspirations, there are more efficient ways to go about it than you may be aware of. Quitting something that isn't functioning might be a good business option in some cases, and failing to quit can result in even greater losses in others. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do.

Problems With Amway?

 The reason(s) why I believe Amway is a terrible business opportunity are numerous and include the following: While upline leaders and recruiters paint a picture of success in the sky for new recruits, the reality for the vast majority is far less rosy.

The products, as a whole, are not priced in a competitive manner. That is not to imply that any Amway items are without value, but in today's world of the internet and large box retailers, you can nearly always find things of equal or more value at a lower cost somewhere else. It is for this reason that Amwayers often refer to product concentration or "quality," which are both subjective terms. It's odd that the high level of quality and concentration doesn't seem to be enough to keep former IBOs as loyal consumers.

The remuneration structure is inequitable to those who perform the services. An IBO who moves 100 PV, or around $300 in sales, will often receive the smallest percentage of the award. Sales of $300 or more result in around $90 to $100 in bonus money. Approximately 90% of the incentive is distributed to layers upon layers of upline (middlemen), with the IBO who did all of the work receiving only $10 or so in compensation. Some of the upline members who receive the bonus may have done absolutely nothing and may not even be aware of the IBO who performed the task. Most independent business owners would be better off simply selling other items and not participating in an MLM, as they would be able to maintain all of their business and would not be required to meet a minimum (100 PV) in order to qualify for a bonus.

The system, which includes voicemail, online fees, CDs, books, and other features, is not operational. It's true that some people may learn some strategies and benefit from them in terms of self-improvement. However, a business exists in order to generate profit, and the current structure fails terribly in this regard. It is possible that the system will produce a diamond here and there, but these few successes represent a tiny fraction of 1 percent of all IBOs. In many cases, even IBOs who put up enormous effort are disappointed to discover that their efforts have been for naught. The system instead drains IBO resources gradually, which is why the vast majority of system IBOs end up with a net loss at the end of the month. It is possible for IBOs who remain on the system for several years to be out tens of thousands of dollars at a time, one CD and one function at a time, with no profit to speak of. Despite the fact that your uplines insist that the system is critical to your success, this is the case. Recruits must constantly monitor their development, or they may find themselves in a situation where they are out thousands of dollars within a few months.

I'm also curious as to whether or not Amway takes any action against IBO rule offenders in the real world. I've reported clear infractions, and I've witnessed others do the same, with no results. When I have highlighted rule infractions, the Amway representatives have refused to even recognise or publish my concerns. The certification process was a farce, and there is plenty of evidence to suggest that nothing has changed, other than a few cosmetic tweaks here and there. The real problem was identified by Amway owner Rich DeVos in 1983 (directly speaking), but it appears that doing the right thing would have hurt Amway sales, so the violators were allowed to continue operating, with the result that millions of people have been adversely affected as a result of the failure to act.

It is for this reason that I have maintained my commitment to blogging throughout the years. in order to spread the word In other words, if you join Amway and the tools system, you are almost certain to incur a net loss. If you do the math, you will come to an obvious conclusion. Wishing everyone the best of luck.

Is Amway Financial Freedom A Myth?

 When I was an Amway Independent Business Owner, I would frequently see my upline diamond driving around town in a business suit. I used to wonder why he would continue to work if he could simply walk away and earn residual money. My sponsor explained to me that the diamond only works because he loves and cares about his downline and wants to assist them in whatever way he can. There are two probable scenarios: either the diamond is labouring to assist his downline out of genuine care, or he is working because he has no choice! The main difference is that the diamond now works the nite and/or graveyard shifts, as many IBOs are establishing their businesses after they finish their day jobs.** Furthermore, it should be noted that my old upline diamond slipped to the emerald level around 2005 and has subsequently regained his diamond status. He also relocated from Hawaii (where he claimed to have a strong affinity for the water) to Washington State, where he now resides in a middle-class area.

Amway has now announced that the average diamond (not in the Q12 programme) earns approximately $150k per year. Even while that is a respectable salary, after taxes and the payment of essential expenses like as medical and dental insurance, the average diamond certainly lives a very middle-class lifestyle. Take into consideration the fact that a big percentage of a diamond's revenue comes in the form of an annual bonus, which means that a diamond's monthly income may be rather low. It is possible that diamonds earn additional cash through speaking engagements, as well as through the sale of standing orders and performing functions. However, the diamond's continual appearances and efforts are necessary for this cash to be generated. When you cease "working," your income stops as well.

So, how likely is it that a diamond will be "free"? As a result, I would have to infer that a diamond is not completely free, and that he may actually have to spend more time sustaining his group than if the diamond had a traditional 9-5 job. For starters, a diamond must stay up with his or her personal group in order to continue to qualify for bonuses. Because of Amway's terrible retention rate, I am very certain that a diamond spends a significant amount of time recruiting individually sponsored IBOs in order to sustain this group. Additionally, a diamond must assist his six or more groups of downline platinums in order for their enterprises to remain viable, or else risk losing his or her accreditation. My prior diamond was demoted to the emerald level, but has subsequently been promoted back to the diamond level. In order to keep up and coming movers and shakers motivated, a diamond must also set aside time to recognise and reward them. When I was deemed a prospective up and coming pin, I had the opportunity to spend time with my upline diamond.

A diamond must go to a variety of parties and speaking engagements in order to maintain his or her tool income stream. The money from tools, while it is claimed to double a diamond's income, it also adds a significant amount of expenses, particularly if the diamond and his family travel first class to demonstrate the diamond lifestyle.

After analysing predicted revenue and expenses, I can only infer that a diamond presumably lives a middle-class lifestyle and works as hard as a man with a 9-5 job, with the exception that a diamond works nights and weekends instead of during the week. Ruth Carter's book provides a compelling depiction of this phenomenon (Amway Motivational Organizations: Behind The Smoke and Mirrors). Despite having a net salary of more than $300,000, the diamond in the book lived in debt, could barely pay his mortgage, and was constantly on the move from one function to the next, according to the storey. Is that a state of financial independence?

According to my observations, diamonds may be busy at the diamond level than the typical Joe who has a 9-5 job. The only difference is that the diamond works the night shift instead of the day shift. Is this the kind of freedom you're looking for?

Is Amway A Con Game?

 This is a fantastic thread that was posted on scam.com:

http://www.scam.com/showthread.php?t=142975

It's mind-boggling to grasp the scope of this con's scope. Multi-million and billion-dollar corporations, publicly traded corporations, corporations that put on the guise of being a decent corporate neighbour and innocent "company" (cough) next door, all fall into this category.

Network marketing is a defective and unsustainable business strategy that is effectively supported and fed by individuals at the bottom of the economic ladder. Those at the bottom of the economic ladder must labour in order to fund their goods purchases. After that, the spoils of war are split between the upline and the sponsoring firm. Those at the bottom of the food chain, who rely on income from their work (rather than product sales) to keep the "company" running, form an ever-expanding rotisserie of new employees.

However, despite the fact that the products are of great quality and slickly wrapped, giving the appearance that you are a marketer of these various items, the reality is quite different. In order to gain access into the promised land, you must purchase monthly quotas for personal use and attract as many people as possible. Your true offering is a doubtful "business opportunity," and your true target market is comprised of "opportunity seekers."

A real business is one that markets and sells goods and services to customers. They are able to do so because of real retail sales. They only order what they know they will be able to sell. According to what I've observed, all of these multilevel marketing companies promote recruiting as a passport to the high life. Products and retailing are both meaningless.

Another significant distinction is that a legitimate business owner has ownership of his or her company, which he or she can sell. In network marketing, you own nothing other than your modest product inventory.

The nature of this misleading and broken business model will always leave a large amount of turnover at the bottom of the pyramid structure as a result of its inherent flaws. It's in the nature of the beast, and there's no other way to put it, arithmetic and all. They are the numerous "losers and quitters" and dreamers that hang in there waiting for their ship to come in because they believe in the leadership and sponsor firm. There will always be a constant desire to recruit at the bottom, because it has nothing to do with actual product sales to support the business, but rather with locating and hiring opportunity seekers to work for the company as opportunity seekers. The emphasis is constantly placed on seeking new recruits rather than on selling products to existing customers. As a result, many multilevel marketing companies place restrictions on their associates' capacity to sell the product...which quietly reinforces the company's underlying purpose of recruiting as the major revenue stream, rather than product sales.

They are predatory and prey on the masses by appealing to their desires of luxury and ease of living, especially among those who are experiencing difficulties in their lives. Cough, cough, again. The amount of money required to get started in the "company" is minimal, in contrast to a real business, which requires a significant amount of seed money, some knowledge and assistance, as well as a solid business strategy.

Those few who do manage to generate significant incomes from these schemes must live with the knowledge that their way of life is made possible by the crushed hopes, failed attempts, and losses of those at the bottom of the economic ladder. They conveniently set aside any thoughts of blame after walking on the bodies of their fellow man, allowing them to boast that they worked hard and achieved their goals in life.

There is just no comparison between the network marketing model as a "company" and the actual operation of a "normal?" firm. I understand this because I own a legitimate firm that sells legitimate merchandise.

Network marketing is, without a doubt, the most elaborate con game ever devised. They should all be brought to a halt.

Get Rich "Slow"?

 It used to be said by my upline that Amway was not a "get rich quick" opportunity. I presume they say this because if they promoted it in this manner, the majority of people would assume it was a fraud. But think about it for a moment: if you put in the effort and construct it correctly, in 2-5 years you will have a will-able, residual income for the rest of your life while walking the beaches of the world? Is that not the definition of "get rich quick"? In other words, is it more of a disclaimer to ensure that the offer does not appear to be "too good to be true?" One thing is certain: even if your uplines tell you that it is not a get-rich-quick scheme, it is clear that IBOs believe they will eventually become wealthy, even if it is not "fast." Unfortunately, they are mistaken.

What most independent business owners (IBOs) fail to realise is that they are unlikely to even make a profit, let alone become wealthy in Amway's business. How many of these folks are there in the world? Where have all of the retired Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs) gone who created a business in 2-5 years and then walked away from it, knowing that they would continue to get a big residual income for many years to come? Nobody I know has done this, and none of the Amway defenders and zealots I've met have been able to provide me with this information either. According to what appears to be a myth or urban legend, people have genuinely retired from Amway on the basis of residual income. We also understand that it is practically impossible to maintain a lucrative Amway operation owing to attrition. People leave the firm on a daily basis, thus even what appears to be a stable enterprise can be demolished in a very short period of time. Walking the beaches with retired Amway diamonds with residual income is comparable to the mythology of Bigfoot/Sasquatch, in my opinion. Everyone has heard of them, but no one has ever been able to provide real evidence that they actually exist.

As a business opportunity, I recognise that Amway is a viable option, but I also recognise that it will require significant effort to see results. When you think about it more seriously, what kind of business could you genuinely walk away from in 5 years and not have to do anything else? It's more than probable that business doesn't exist, regardless of whether it's affiliated with Amway. Assume you've started a traditional business. There aren't many situations in which you could simply walk away after a few years' work experience. Work and upkeep would continue to be required for the company. However, for some reason, individuals are led to believe that this is possible in Amway, despite the fact that the company has a high attrition rate and that your business can only increase by word of mouth.

The unfortunate reality is that many of those who are attracted to the Amway opportunity are frequently young individuals who are looking to gain more out of their lives. They are frequently ambitious, but they may lack the means to accumulate wealth, which is why the potential to make money appeals to them. Unfortunately, these charming young people are more likely to wind up pouring their hard-earned funds into standing orders and functions that will almost certainly result in a net loss for the company. The bottom line is that not only is Amway not a get-rich-quick scheme, but it is also not profitable. According to the more likely scenario, your involvement with Amway will most likely result in you not making any money at all. The most likely outcome is that there will be a net loss. Anyone who disagrees with me on this point is invited to prove me wrong.

Food For Thought?

 So many people are deceived into believing that by joining an Amway Independent Business Owner (IBO), they will magically become wealthy. Many recruiters will tell wonderful stories about how they were formerly broke, but signed up, persevered through trials, and are now gems enjoying untold riches and luxury in their new lives. People become engulfed in "dreams" and are frequently persuaded to disregard the evidence. People who own and operate businesses should pay close attention to the facts since they reveal a great deal about their company and its chances of being successful. However, what are some interesting facts regarding the Amway industry that many people aren't aware of? I've mentioned a handful of the most crucial ones for individuals who have ambitions to become diamonds.

1. According to Amway, the average diamond (not a Q12) earns approximately $150,000 per year. 2. A diamond may supplement some of this with money from the sale of tools, but after taxes and business expenses such as travel to and from the many functions that a diamond attends, a diamond would be left with enough money to live an ordinary middle class lifestyle, not one characterised by mansions and sports cars as depicted in many functions or meetings. Yes, a Q12 diamond would have higher revenues, but a Q12 diamond is the uncommon exception rather than the rule in the diamond world. Additionally, because a diamond's income is primarily in the form of a yearly bonus, his or her monthly income is not much to brag about if the diamond does not have any tool revenue. My correspondence with a former Emerald confirmed that the bonus must be budgeted to ensure that it is available for usage for the entire calendar year.

2. The majority of independent business owners are never able to sponsor even a single downline. When the majority of people are unable to sponsor anyone, it is quite difficult to build six (6) downline platinums. When you sponsor downline members, the majority of them accomplish little or nothing and eventually resign. How can you establish an empire when you have a lot of quitters?

3. The majority of Amway items appear to be acquired by independent business owners (IBOs) rather than sold to customers. Give an example of an actual firm that survives by having the majority of its items purchased by its own employees or salesforce. As far as I know, MLM is the only enterprise in which this occurs. Understandably, this explains why 99 percent or more of Amwayers who follow the "method" either make nothing or lose money.

4. For the vast majority of independent business owners (IBOs), the costs of functions, standing orders, and other support materials are the primary reason for their financial failure, while it also represents a significant profit for some of the diamonds who sell the materials. This is an extremely serious conflict of interest that goes undetected.

5. Someone's failure is not always the result of their lack to put forth their best effort. Working hard, on the other hand, does not equal to success in the Amway business. According to my estimation, hardly a fraction of one percent of hardworking IBOs make a big profit, even among those who put in the most effort. Obviously, doing nothing will not get you somewhere, but in this field, working hard will also not get you there very often. It is my educated belief that the high cost of support materials is the primary reason why so many independent business owners (IBOs) lose money, even among those who work really hard. The system is faulty, and it is structured to cause the majority of people to fail in order for a small number of people to succeed. Make the calculations for yourself.

Despite the fact that I could go on and on, here are a few important things that IBOs and information searchers should be aware of. I am open to hearing and considering different points of view.

False Hope?

 I believe that the most pernicious aspect of Amway is that certain leaders of AMOs such as WWDB take advantage of people's hopes and desires in order to recruit them to Amway and sell them motivational materials that are intended to assist them in achieving their goals. Many of these individuals are pleasant, motivated, and hardworking individuals with dreams and aspirations. That their aspirations and hopes will not be realised through the establishment of a successful Amway business and the use of WWDB as a support system is something that they do not often realise right away.

WWDB has less diamonds now than it had when I was an IBO, which is a result of my involvement in the business. While there may be some new diamonds available, I am not aware of any in the United States. According to my research, there are some fresh gems in other nations where the Amway name and tool swindle has not yet been thoroughly revealed, as has been the case in the United States and Canada. This is a very visible problem. If diamonds represent the pinnacle of achievement, then where have they gone to hide? It appears that the same old stale diamonds remain on stage today, despite promises that things have changed, and are clearly teaching the same BS that they taught many years ago.

They continue to preach the importance of paying cash for everything, earning residual income, and strolling down the beach. The fact that no one has exercised their freedom to walk away from Amway when income is pouring in baffles me, given the obvious advantages of doing so. Is it because all of these jaded old diamonds adore Amway and care so much about their downline that they can't stomach the thought of leaving? Is it more likely that the residual income for life is a complete hoax, and that these diamonds only work because they have to in order to make money?

In my knowledge, there have been at least two (2) WWDB diamonds who have experienced home foreclosure. As an aside, there is a triple diamond who dabbled in chapter 7 bankruptcy, and oddly, this diamond is still on stage instructing audiences about his financial expertise. There are those diamonds who grew up in and loved Hawaii and the ocean, but who decided it was time to go to the mainland United States. A large number of WWDB diamonds put their properties up for sale during a difficult real estate market. Sure, they may simply wish to offload their assets, but it's possible that they can't afford these houses and toys any longer. Maybe.

WWDB still hosts a party dubbed "Dream Night," during which the diamonds parade about the room, flaunting their sports cars, mansions, jet skis, and other goods, as if they were all their own and had purchased them with cash. They want the audience to imagine themselves in the similar situation and to believe that Amway is the only way to achieve it. Unfortunately, for the vast majority of people, joining Amway and WWDB will only serve to push them further away from their ambitions and dreams. The data provided by Amway tell the storey. The average IBO income is approximately $200 per month (and this includes diamonds and higher-ups), and approximately one-fourth of one percent (.26 percent) achieves the gold/platinum level, where you might earn approximately $1000 to $2000 per month in gross income.

Buyers should exercise caution.

Deceiving Your Prospects?

 In my mind's eye was the process by which prospects are encouraged to see the proposal. It is common for an IBO to use a little misinformation or half-truths to get a prospect interested in their product or service. But then I thought about the plan, and how much deception was employed by the speaker in the planning process itself.

In many occasions, IBOs and fresh prospects are duped from the very beginning of their business relationships. The speaker may engage in some small talk and persuade the prospect to agree on certain problems, such as the fact that income tax and insurance are eating away at your paycheck, among other things, before continuing. When a prospect hears this, it will make sense to them, and they will agree with and have some faith in the speaker. After all, the speaker has been positioned as a financial genius throughout the presentation. Many of the points made by the speaker are also reasonable, at least on the surface level.

After that, the deception begins.....................

The speaker may claim that IBOs save 30% on products when they purchase them directly from the manufacturer, which is untrue. Here's some information to dispel that age-old urban legend:

http://www.amquix.info/Save30 myth.html Consider that many products are not just more expensive, but that when you include shipping and handling expenses, the comparison is no longer even remotely accurate.

The speaker may then claim that 98 percent of people are dead or broke by the time they reach the age of 65, which is not accurate. Perhaps the speaker will mention that 90 percent or more of small firms fail in their first year of operation (which is also untrue). In order to make other chances appear inferior in comparison to the Amway offer, these small factoids (which are incorrect) are supposedly employed. Readers and prospects will need to conduct extensive study and due diligence before believing anything, and they will be able to see right through the lies.

It is possible that the speaker will mention how the Amway business opportunity is inexpensive to start and has little or no overhead. Many loyal IBOs, however, may suffer as their upline begins to teach them that they must invest in their business by using voicemail, purchasing the book of the month on a monthly basis, setting up a standing order, and attending all meetings. These expenditures almost ensure that an IBO would wind up with a net loss of income at the end of the year. Furthermore, upline may instruct that this is a sign of success! In many instances, the speakers are unconcerned about the audience. The only thing that matters to them is getting people to join up and use the system. They may lend out CDs to newcomers, but if an IBO requests more, he or she is likely to be reminded that "real" business owners purchase their own equipment.

So here's a question for IBOs and potential customers. Is it a good opportunity if you have been lied to or fooled from the beginning of the relationship?