It happens over and over again. It has happened for many years with store-front businesses and mail-order opportunities. And it seems to be even worse with internet companies.

What is it? The “here today and gone tomorrow” syndrome! Now you see it … and doesn’t it look good? Now it’s gone … it flat disappeared, just like magic! What happened?

Possibly our “instant-thinking society” is largely to blame, along with a mixture of need and greed. We want fast foods, quick lubes, and instant cash!

And when it comes to making money on the internet, we sure want to believe the promises of instant success. Its easier to jump in with both feet and think we will get rich with no recruiting and no work, than it is to do our “homework” and dig into the facts about the offer. Hmmm….maybe some of these “opportunities” actually resemble a lottery.

In reality, what all too often happens, is that the so-called “opportunity” was hype and the company fails. As people begin to realize that they are not making money, and, perhaps, the products are pretty much worthless, they start dropping out. Its like a domino effect…the people on the bottom quit, then the next group that is now on the bottom quit, and this continues until so few people are left, that the company can’t stay in business. If you happen to be an affiliate for that short-term company, you get burned!

What do you need to know to prevent this from happening to you?

You should start by finding out about the company that you hope will pay you “nice bonus checks” some day. If the info is not in their literature, ask questions.

I. How long has the company been in business? Well over 90% of new companies will not survive even the first two years! You need to acknowledge the fact that if you choose to join one of the “hot new ground floor” opportunities, no matter how good a promoter you have been, if the company fails, you fail, too! Here’s a warning sign to heed: if a promoter tells you that you “need to get in early” or you will lose out, don’t even take a second look!

II. Take a good look at the product line. Would you even consider purchasing the products for yourself if you did not have a promise of making money? Are the products good enough that you would be glad to see your friends use them, even though your friends may have no interest in your business opportunity? Personally, I sometimes order nutrition products from companies simply because I want their products, but do not want to pursue their business opportunity.

Are the products consumable? Will the purchaser be back to buy more of the same products? Non-consumable products may be good products, but will involve a lot more selling skills.

Is the timing right for the products? For example, people today are looking for ways to feel better, look younger and lose weight, using good nutrition products. Thus, a nutrition company that offers well-researched products, products that can help people improve their lives, could be a good choice.

III. Is the promoter of the opportunity telling you that you won’t have to work to make money? While it certainly is possible for you to be one of the lucky people who receive enough “spillover” to make a little money in some programs, don’t you count on it! In most cases, you will have to do some work to receive an income. After all, you are joining a business opportunity. Expect to work it like a business.

Internet businesses, however, do generally enable you to work part-time from the comfort of your own home, choose your own hours, and invest whatever money you are comfortable with.

So, maybe you have found several opportunities that seem to meet our “stable company” requirements as described in this article. The company has good, consumable products and has been in business for a few years.

Additional points to consider before making your selection have to do with the kind of help and support you will get. Does the company offer training, business tools, and good leads to help you? Will your prospective enroller be around to help you? Write or call this person who says that he or she wants to be your sponsor, and ask some questions.

Choosing the best business opportunity is a decision you want to make wisely. Once you choose the right business for yourself, you will continue to have many offers from people who want you to join their “hot, new deal.” Don’t join them. Take the time to learn everything you can about your new company and its products before you even consider anything else! Jumping around from opportunity to opportunity leads to failure. To succeed with any business requires focus.

The more confidence you have that you chose the best business for yourself, the better chance you will have for success!

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