Do Amway IBOs Have Any Clues About Business?

 In the matter of Roger S. Campbell et al v. Commissioner, TC Memo 2011-42 was issued.There were a couple of concerns with substantiation in this case, but the most important one was a question of hobby loss related to Amway operations. I recall attending some Amway presentations, and...

Bigfoot, UFOs and Amway Retirees?

 The other night, I was watching a show on Discovery Channel about Bigfoot/Sasquatch, and it got me thinking. It was immediately followed by a show about UFO evidence. It prompted me to consider the nature of these phenomena. The existence of Sasquatch (Bigfoot) and/or UFOs appears...

Becoming An Ambot?

 It occurs to the nicest of individuals from time to time, and it usually happens quietly and subtly. These are the indicators that you are becoming indoctrinated, and you are most likely causing irritation among your family and friends as a result of this. I hope this has been of assistance:*You're...

Amway University?

 One of the most ridiculous things that some Amway apologists say is that the instruction of WWDB or Network 21 (for example) is equivalent to a real and authentic college education, which is simply not true. In fact, some people go so far as to encourage young people to miss or drop...

Amway IBOs "Choose" Success?

 Many independent company owners (IBOs) appear to believe that success in the Amway business or in other areas of life is simply a matter of personal preference. They incorrectly believe that you have the ability to select whether or not you will succeed. The two of them appear to assume...

2-5 Years To What?

 It is still being advertised as a 2-5 year plan to financial independence, which is something I heard about when I was an Amway Independent Business Owner (IBO). 2-5 years of hard effort in your spare time seems reasonable as a goal to strive for in the future. After all, anyone can...

You're A Winner?

 When I started with Amway, one of the things my upline taught me, and which I believe is still taught today in various groups, was that winners join the company and losers do not. Alternatively, you could argue that you were a winner since you were taking steps to improve your financial...

Your Million Dollar amway Business?

 Thousands of IBOs believe they would labour for 2-5 years, build a million-dollar business, and then retire to the beach anywhere in the globe while money pours into their bank accounts. This is a common misconception. Unfortunately, most Independent Industry Owners (IBOs) will never...

Your Amway Goals?

 One of the things that you may be taught as an Amway IBO is the importance of setting goals for yourself. As important as it is to set goals, I believe that the context in which they are taught by Amway leaders is misleading. They aim to push you to "go diamond" or to attain some other...

Why I Think Amway Sucks?

 I've come to the conclusion that Amway is a complete jerk. The products are of decent quality, however they are extremely expensive. This suggests that IBOs are overpaying for products that they utilise for personal reasons. A notable example is Satinique shampoo, which costs approximately...

Why Did I Join Amway?

 For those who have already joined Amway and are attempting to make a buck, only to witness net losses month after month, it is understandable to ask why they signed up with the company in the first place. My first motivation for being an IBO was the promise that I could easily earn...

Upline Accomplishments?

 I recently came across a message from an Amway apologist on another forum and thought it was worth sharing. She points out that while evaluating information offered by critics, it is important to assess the qualifications of those who are presenting it. I will say that displaying me...

Trusting Upline?

 Over the years, I've met a lot of Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs), and they all seem to have a same philosophy. They have faith in their upline and, in certain situations, regard them as mentors. Now, having a mentor or someone to lead you through a business venture may be...

The Amway Odds?

 One thing that many Amway promoters are reluctant to discuss is what your realistic prospects of success are in your business. The outcome of the 6-4-2 and 2-5 year plans will be defined as Diamond success, so I will use that as a measure of my accomplishments. There is the possibility...

The 2-5 Year Myth?

 One of the ideas I heard, and which is still being promoted, is the concept of a 2-5 year plan to achieve financial independence and independence. 2-5 years of hard effort in your spare time seems reasonable as a goal to strive for in the future. After all, anyone can put in an extra...

Success Speaks For Itself?

 A commentator on a related Amway site made a fantastic point, which I wanted to share with you. Essentially, he asserted that if IBOs were so successful, people would be drawn to them by natural selection. And that is correct! When it comes to employment opportunities in my area, the...

Reap What You Sow?

 Numerous prospects and Independent Business Owners (IBOs) hold the belief that they will make an initial investment of time and money into their Amway business and that they will eventually receive their time and money back in such abundance that they will be able to quit their jobs...

No PV In TV?

 One of the many things our upline insisted on teaching us was that there is no PV (point volume) in television. They encouraged the group to stay away from media outlets such as television, newspapers, and other means of communication. This cult-like strategy appeared to be their way...

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities?

 Many Independent Business Owners (IBOs) and Amway supporters believe that their method is effective. As far as I am aware, there is no independent proof that the system is effective. In general, the system consists of a website, voicemail, standing orders, seminars or functions, as...

Debt Free?

 One of the topics that many Amway uplines may discuss with their downline is the subject of financial debt. Many IBOs and prospects join Amway in the hope that the company will assist them in paying off their debts by providing them with some additional income. What many IBOs discover,...

Amway IBOs Keep Paying?

 One element that appears to be similar among IBOs is the fact that they are in denial about their situation. They have a genuine belief that their uplines are looking out for their best interests and that their uplines are motivated by their achievement. That is not something I believe...

Amway IBOs Have Business Mentality?

 "Business Mentality" is one of the characteristics that IBOs "believe" they possess, but in reality, they are far from having. It is not always the fault of the independent business owners. Many people are recruited into Amway by trusted friends, and despite their lack of business...

Amway Freedom?

 When I was an IBO, I often saw my upline diamond driving around town dressed in a work suit. I used to wonder why he remains working if he can "walk away" and get residual income? My sponsor told me that the diamond only works because he cares about his downline and wants to help them....