ShopBest Inc - All Hype? Or is it the Real Deal?

So Is ShopBest Inc. Just All Hype?Recently released was some major news concerning a new MLM. Within three short months this company has grown drastically to over 13,000 members, representing 44 countries as well as 47 states. This company offers average shoppers the opportunity to tap into a multi-trillion dollar industry in a whole new way. Discounted shopping from popular online retail stores plus a cash back points reward system. The ShopBest Corporation has rights and patent pending on the design of a free downloadable shopping toolbar engineered by MIT Software Specialist. This company also has strong ties with some highly regarded business and personal development mentors in the world, that help teach and presenting motivational insights on how people involved with the ShopBest Opportunity can take their business to the next level.The Facts About ShopBestThis company was Founded in July 2009, as ShopBest Inc., it is a Nevada based corporation, that is a Global Network Marketing company combining online shopping and savings. This company has partnered with over 2,500 top brand name retailers that offer savings and discounts to shopbest toolbar users. ShopBest leverages online retail with social media to help people make money by rewarding shopping habits and new user referrals.Helping ChildrenThis company has stated on their website that they are passionate about helping charities that have heart. Each month this company will nominate a favorite charity to draw from with the input from company reps as to what charity will be rewarded the funds. ShopBest donates 10% of all profits to worthy charities located in America- and around the world. From feeding hungry kids to providing essential clothing and shelter, we seek out charities that dedicate themselves to aiding the health and welfare of children. ShopBest isn't a scam but a legitimate business, that provides opportunity for those seeking it.

MLM is Not For Everyone - Find Out If an MLM Home Business is Right For You

When I first saw the circles drawn on a white board over 30 years ago, I thought my money worries were over forever. It just made so much sense. Why wouldn't everyone want to do this? We would help each other out and everyone would make all the money they wanted. I couldn't understand why anyone would say 'no' to such a tremendous business opportunity. MLM was the perfect business.MLM is Not for EveryoneAs it turns out, MLM is not for everyone. And those that had been involved in MLM at one point in their life may not have had a positive experience. I suspect that many had promises broken or unrealistic expectations based on hyped-up conversations with people saying whatever they needed to in order to 'sell' you on the wonders of MLM. Did this happen to you? Have you been scarred for life, or is there something inside you that says the MLM business model should work - and should work for you.I have come to believe that MLM is not for everyone. It is not for anyone who expects to receive something for nothing, or to get rich quickly. It is not for those who have an employee mentality - waiting for instructions on what work needs to be performed each day. It is not for people who are looking for reasons why it won't work for them (or anyone else). If you are worried about what others may think of you, or are easily influenced by others who may discourage you in your business, your chance for success in MLM will be extremely slim. Anyone looking to 'try' the business out should save their money and their time. If they are content spending their 'spare' time on the couch watching television, they may not be a good fit for an MLM home business.Qualities of Successful MLM Business OwnersHowever, I do believe there are qualities to look for in potential business partners for your MLM home business. If you could choose anyone to work with, what qualities would they have? Would you want someone that has had a history of success in his life? How about someone that is decisive and goal oriented? Or someone with a strong desire for 'more' in her life? Would it be important to work with someone who takes responsibility for his business and his future? Do they like people and would want to help them?Like most things, our attitude will greatly affect our success in life, and in our MLM home business. Compared to most business models, the MLM home business model is a simple business - but not an easy business. Most of us have what it takes to be successful, but it's more a question of whether we will to do what it takes to build a successful MLM home business.Compared to other business models, an MLM home business can provide an incredible future for you and your family. Take a good look inside yourself - do you have the qualities in you that you would look for in your potential business partners?Communicate well, and TAKE ACTION!

How to Generate Targeted Network Marketing Leads

When it comes to the subject of generating network marketing business leads, different gurus have varying views. Some believe that it is important to understand the mystical voodoh of SEO and the "algorithms" of search engines. Others think that the offline approach of inviting prospects to coffee shops, giving stickers and flyers, cold calling and other traditional stuff still works today. With all these techniques being taught by "experts", what should you, the MLM newbie or aspiring top earner, do to generate more leads?The key is to find what works for you. To find what works for you, you have to look at yourself and see what kind of person you are. If you are the person who has no trouble approaching people and hitting up a conversation with them out of thin air, then the three foot rule of prospecting won't be much of a problem for you. On the other hand, if you are a born writer and used to expressing your thoughts through written words, then article marketing or blogging are the perfect promotional strategy for you. If you think you can keep up with some technical "geeky" know how such as SEO, PPC, and RSS feeds, then by all means, use that to your advantage! Yes, you can learn multiple marketing strategies for your networking business, but at first it is important to capitalize on your strengths and already existing skills or talents.I have no trouble writing articles because I'm a writer since I was at a young age. However, I do understand that not all people feel the same. So when my downline members and apprentices ask me what to do, I don't just tell them to "write articles". I ask them what their strengths are. Based on their particular personality and already existing skills, I encourage them to work on those strengths and use them for lead generation. I found out that you can't teach everything to people. At some point, you have to get out of the picture and simply motivate them to do what they do best. Sometimes you'll be surprised by the magnitude and success of their actions.What are your current strengths? Find out what you're comfortable in and learn everything you can about that particular lead generation strategy. Once you experience initial success with your marketing efforts, rinse and repeat and refine! Who knows, you could be the next big top earner in your company!

Lightyear Wireless Review - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Behind This Wireless Giant

Hello and welcome to all my network marketing friends.I have spent a fair amount of time researching Lightyear Wireless and all the pros and cons of this telecom MLM company and opportunity. As an avid MLM industry mentor and student, I have researched well over 250 of the top MLM companies in existence, comparing all manner of pay plans, products and services, as well as company growth and popularity.My goal is to cut the fat and give you the skinny on what truly counts if you're considering joining Lightyear Wireless.This Lightyear Wireless review will focus on the following:OVERVIEW1) Company History2) Products & Services3) Business Opportunity4) Pros & ConsCOMPANY HISTORYLightyear Wireless is a subsidiary of its parent company, Lightyear Network Solutions which was founded in 1993. Sherman Henderson is the founder and CEO. Sherman Henderson launched Lightyear Wireless with a couple of philosophies in mind; to give people an extraordinary opportunity to create wealth, and to give the power of choice to the consumer. By 1999, Lightyear was ranked #19 on Inc.500's list of fastest growing companies. Lightyear was generating over $250 million dollars in annual gross revenue at the time with a customer base of over 250,000 people nationwide.In 1997, Josh Henderson joined the Lightyear team. Josh successfully built out 2 independent sales channels that brought in over $100 million dollars in annual revenue. In 2001, Josh left Lightyear for a brief stint to lead a billion dollar telecom company in the network marketing industry. During his tenure there, Josh developed his skills in direct sales and network marketing. He eventually returned to Lightyear in 2003. Upon his return, Josh launched Lightyear Alliance, offering products and services with a MLM business model. Josh always believed in the vision of, "Empowering People's Lives by Showing Them A Better Way."PRODUCTS & SERVICESAs a Lightyear Wireless distributor, you can now offer:1) Cell Phones & Cell Phone Plans2) Cable TV & Internet With Comcast, Time Warner, AT&T And More3) Local & Long Distance Home Phone Service4) Dish Network, Direct TV5) Home Security6) Travel Discounts7) Energy DrinksThe list of available products, services and primary providers is quite impressive to say the least. Lightyear Wireless is its own company through and through. Customers are billed by Lightyear Wireless as opposed to being billed by the primary service provider (i.e. Verizon). Lightyear Wireless owns over $70 million dollars worth of equipment designed for the wireless industry, all of which is housed in their 80,000 square foot facility.Lightyear Wireless is not a MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator). A MVNO is simply a company that cannot operate independently due to lack of infrastructure, yet has the ability to offer wireless services based on its relationships with larger providers. Instead, Lightyear Wireless is a VPS (Verizon Partner Solutions). VPS offers companies like Lightyear the capability of reselling Verizon products and services without having to attend to stiff quotas, requirements, and contracts.BUSINESS OPPORTUNITYLightyear Wireless distributors can create multiple income streams from a variety of sources including Fast Start Bonuses, Commissions, Overrides, Customer Acquistion Bonuses, and Residual Income on a wide range of products and services:1) Fast Start Bonus - A Lightyear rep can earn anywhere from $100 to $295 depending on their promotion level or rank. This creates an incentive to sponsor and help others start their own Lightyear business.2) CAB (Customer Acquisition Bonus) - Get paid anywhere from 1% to 10% of the wireless usage of your own mobile bill as well as the usage of any customers you personally sign up.3) Distributors can earn residual income on an array of different services. The Lightyear MLM pay plan is based on a 3 x 8 matrix. That simply means in an ideal world, you sponsor 3 and teach them how to sponsor 3 and so on. You get paid residual income on the total wireless usage of all customers and reps within your sales organization 8 levels deep. The residual payout on wireless service is anywhere from 1% to 4% depending on total sales volume and levels.4) MyWirelessRep.com (Virtual Online Store Commissions) - As a Lightyear Wireless distributor, you have the option of owning your own virtual online store, known as MyWirelessRep.com, for a fee of $49 per month. Distributors can also earn overrides of $3 to $18 on all virtual store monthly fees collected throughout your entire organization.Through hard work and perseverance, anyone can build a successful sales organization. But mind you, it does take a significant amount of effort and consistent daily action.PROS AND CONSWithout question, it makes sense to consider the short term as well as the long term possibilities when analyzing a network marketing company and the overall opportunity. If your goal is to be a full-time, professional network marketer, it behooves you to weigh the pros and cons. Here's my list of pros and cons to consider if you think Lightyear might be the right fit for you:PROS1) The wireless industry rakes in over $150 billion dollars in annual revenue. No need to say it, but this is a MASSIVE industry to be apart of.2) Americans ALONE spend over $11 billion dollars per month on wireless service.3) Everyone owns a cell phone in this modern age.4) Wireless consumers are buying products and services with no end in sight.5) More and more people are signing up for service regardless of age. Senior citizens to small children are parading around with cell phones these days!CONS1) The wireless industry is EXTREMEMLY COMPETITIVE.2) AT&T, Verizon and ALL of the major players in the wireless industry spend hundreds of millions of dollars on advertising to create intensely loyal customers. This may make signing up potential customers harder than you think. Although many Lightyear customers will be getting service through Verizon's network, the fact that "Lighyear" shows up on their bill as opposed to their current provider may raise some eyebrows and objections.3) There's a new wireless company springing up everywhere you look. Companies like Cricket and Boost Mobile offer unlimited calling and texting plans for $50 per month. The deregulation of the wireless industry is reminiscent of the deregulation of the long distance industry back in the late 80's and early 90's. A network marketing company called Excel Communications came along and created a legion of MLM millionaires who jumped in at the right time. Unfortunately, the company was forced to restructure and decided to shut down their MLM business model as the long distance industry become more competitive and profit margins evaporated. Hopefully, this doesn't happen with the wireless industry.SUMMARYAfter thorough research, I can honestly tell you that Lightyear is a phenomenal MLM opportunity and a great place to call home if you're jumping into the network marketing arena. As with any business venture, you will definitely need to get to trained properly in all of the following areas:1) Product Training2) Customer Acquisition3) Marketing4) Recruiting5) LeadershipRegardless of what industry you jump into, there's always a learning curve. Something I learned a long time ago is this, "Find someone who has the results you want in your business and your life and model yourself after them. Do exactly what they do and mimic their habits for success."Aristotle, the great philosopher, once said, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit."