We've all heard about how it’s possible to make some great money with multi-level marketing. It's inexpensive and easy to get started; the money is incredible; plus, you can work from your living room couch while eating a bowl of ice cream.That all sounds great, but how much truth is there to that general perception? You’ll find the answer to that question and more as we delve into the mysteries of MLM. WHAT IS MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING?MLM is a business model where you’re an independent contractor that sells a product. What is unique is that you also recruit additional independent contractors that also sell; when they make a sale, you receive a percentage of the sale. Multi-level marketing frequently gets a bad rap and is the target of many lawsuits. But there are people that make a great living and do so in an honorable fashion. But you do need to be careful of which company you choose to work with.Part of the reason why MLM is often negatively construed is because of the expectations of people that frequently join. Many join in hopes of making a ton of money in a hurry.The reality is that you're really running a business.You have a product to sell, people to recruit, prospects to manage and close, and there’s a lot of follow up. There’s no simple, easy way to accomplish all of that. MLM is something that's very easy to get started in, but just as in any other business, it’s challenging to be successful. With good planning, though, it can work very well for you.The MLM folks that are successful stay very busy and work very hard. They’re also relentless when it comes to tracking their marketing programs and analyzing the results. In every type of business, there are guidelines that, if followed, will greatly increase the likelihood of success. Follow the guidelines below and you should be well on your way to the success you desire.Let's look at how to get started; then we'll take a look at a general plan that will practically guarantee success, if you don't give up.Also, at the end of this book, there’s a glossary that will clarify any industry terms that you might wonder about as you study the guidelines.