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[P478]Play Your Cards Right

by Robert Attieh, Rob

One simple action plan can make the biggest difference between success and failure in MLM. There are many of these simple action plans that will, but I will share with you one today that if you implement it (if you have not already done so) will create immediate positive results in your MLM business.

If you are looking to get involved, just got involved or have been involved for a long time with a MLM company, network marketing company, referral business or any other name given to a home based business, one question you must ask yourself is:

1. Are you prepared to go to work?
2. Are you ready to get into the game?
3. Are you willing to show up?

These are really the same questions to get your mind thinking. The question is not as important as the answer. And if the answer is not "YES", MLM is not for you. However, I am about to explain the facts.

Most people answer "YES" but never do go to work at their own business, they never get into their own game and they never show up to do business.

OK. Do you want to be one of those people who answered yes and really mean it and actually gets in the game. Let me share with you some facts.

To succeed in MLM it is important to understand that most people have failed. Stats show that 97% of people who got involved with an MLM Network Marketing Business have failed and have never made a pay cheque in this industry. It is also important to understand why these people have failed. If we know what they did or did not do to fail, we just need to do the opposite.

Let's get out the magnifying glass and take a close look at the 97% that have failed. Again, it is important to understand and learn from these failures, this is where you will find the answers to your success.

You are now a business owner, an entrepreneur, you are ready to start making money from the comfort of your own home and even plan to retire early, buy a new house, a new car and take a few trips. BUT are you ready to show up to work? Most people are not. What do I mean by that, well today we are only going to cover one very important and obvious point that should be done in the beginning stages of starting your own business.

Do you have the tools to build your business? - What are these tools you may ask? Well there are many but one that is often overlooked is a simple basic business card.

A business card? Yes a business card.

Here are some facts:

1. The majority or people who failed in MLM never had a business card.
2. 100% of successful Multi Level Marketers surveyed had business cards.

A simple yet powerful tool. A business card can be the little thing that makes the big difference in MLM success. Without a business card you may be leaving money on the table. Here's why and I am sure that if you have been in the industry for any length of time and did not have a business card you have experienced this. You walked away from someone you met at the bank, the gym, in the elevator, a restaurant, the gas station and you say to yourself "That person would have been perfect in my business - I wish I had a business card to leave them".

There is a few fundamental mistakes in what just occurred but let's focus on the business card. When you walk away from someone and say that statement above you really have left money on the table, you may never know how well that person could have been in your business and you may never have a second chance.

Having a business card means that you are ready to work, you have one of the most important tools and you are ready to show up to work and get in the game.

What I have seen is that people who use business cards are first of all in the right frame of mind and have made the decision that they are going to get the job done whereas the ones without the cards have not made a serious decision about doing what is required for success. I am sure that just like me, you may have been prospected for an MLM business opportunity and been give a card.

So why do many people not use business cards?

Many people have not been lead by example in this area. Business cards are something that will get duplicated. This goes both ways, if you are using them, not only do you have a far better chance of success but people in your organization will also use them but the opposite holds true as well.

Does a business card have to look pretty?

No, it just needs to be. Any look will do, it just needs to have your important contact information.

Would you agree with me that a business card can make a big difference in building your MLM business.

Yes, of course you would. Try it and see for yourself.

I would not be surprised if you could sponsor more in one month than you could in one whole year not having business cards.

Now, get in the game. You have your cards, now use them get out.

And what happens when you sign someone up that had one of your cards?

Yes, you guessed it. They are going to get their own business cards.

Business Cards for MLM success truly will help you to build a larger organization.

You've probably heard about credit cards that offer you rebates on gasoline purchases. With the price of gas rising and falling (but always staying high!), you might be curious about these gas-rebate credit cards. Are they right for you? The answer could be yes, as long as you have realistic expectations.

Gas rebate cards can be issued by gasoline companies or credit card companies. Generally, the ones issued by credit card companies offer more flexibility, because gas station credit cards require you to use the card at specific stores in order to realize your rebate.

Gas credit cards probably won't save you a fortune. They will save you a dollar or two each time you fill up your tank, which can add up to a couple hundred dollars at the end of the year. If you're creative, you can save even more. When you combine a gas rebate credit card with discount club prices, or use them to purchase and reload gas station gift cards that offer their own discounts, you can greatly increase your money-saving potential.

In some ways, gas rebate credit cards are better than standard credit cards. They typically have lower interest rates (depending on your credit score), and lower standards for customer approval. These cards are great for repairing damaged credit and building a reputation for timely payments. Some even offer rebates on automobile repairs and routine car maintenance. Do your homework to find a good deal, and turn up your nose at cards that charge annual fees. You have many cards to choose from, so you can afford to be picky.

Most gas cards offer larger rebates during the first few months of use, and smaller (though not insignificant) rebates thereafter. Others have requirements about which type of gas station you must use to get the highest rebate percentage. Still others want you to use your card for purchases other than gasoline. It's all there in the fine print, so be sure to read every word before you sign up.

You should do plenty of research on any card you're thinking of applying for. As with other credit cards, gas card terms can vary wildly, depending on the issuer. When shopping for the right gas card, be sure to look at the fine print rather than the introductory rates on your contract. Look for web sites that rate different gas cards according to annual interest rates and total rebate value. The Citi Dividend Platinum Select card frequently gets high marks, as do the Discover Open Road and First National Bank Gas Rewards Platinum Visa ? though the latter caters to card holders with high credit scores. An hour or two of research will help you find the card that best suits your needs.

Do be aware that gas rebates are not automatic. You will most likely have to request them to be issued, similar to the way you redeem reward points on other cards. Also, there are caps in place for how much you can save each year, though these caps are high enough that they wouldn't be an issue for the average driver.

If you do decide to get a gas credit card, keep yourself current on that card's terms and conditions. They are subject to change, sometimes without notice. Go with a reputable issuer, and get in touch with customer support if you have any questions about your card. Finally, be sure to pay off your credit card balance every month. You don't want to sabotage your savings by paying interest on your gasoline purchases.

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