There are several reasons why people join an MLM company. The number one reason is to create additional income. The second reason is that find a product or service that they love and signup as a distributor to get the product at a discount. The third reason is that people want to belong to an organization and reap the benefits of interfacing with other like-minded people.

If your reason for joining an MLM is the second then I want to thank you for interest. But if you are trying to build a business so you can earn more money then I have a three steps that you can take to increase your chance for success.

1) Talk to your upline but don't always be led by your upline. Ask questions about the experience and success of your direct upline. If they can't explain how you can be successful. Find another mento. There is a strategic shift in the way MLM is now being marketed. Be sure that your upline is training you using the most technologically advanced methods that have proven themselve.

Seek out a partners on-line. Go to forums that specialize in MLM programs and training. Read what other more experienced MLM stars are saying about new programs, support systems books they reccomment, etc. Don't start purchasing any and every book that has a title concerning MLM riches. Just know that to get to the top in MLM you need people in both directions both up and down.

2) Make lead generation your number one priority in your MLM business.. Don't get stuck writing out the deadly 100 names on a sheet of paper. We are living in a new age of marketing. You and the people you recruit must have a way to build a downline faster and quicker than the AMWAY 101 marketing model.

Some of the most popular options are:

a) Run a Google Adwords campaign

b) Purchase pre qualified leads/guaranteed signups

c) Write articles about your MLM business

Remember that in MLM - Everyone has an Upline but not everyone has a downline. This fact is why 90% of MLM members fail. If you can remember why you joined the MLM- to earn more money then you should always be focused on building a bigger and better downline.

3)Don't be afraid to outsource those things that you cannot do. Be smart and find the help you need for the technical part of your new business. You can find web designers, copywriters, etc. at elance.com.

4) Never give up. Perform your due-diligence on the company you choose. Once your decision is made to join the company, start out to build your downline with high quality pre-qualified leads. You can co-op, leads, even joint venture leads. Your best Return on Investment (ROI) is guaranteed signups. You have to want to win this game so be prepared to achieve your goals.

When you need professional help to get your business on track, don't be afraid to discuss guaranteed signups or pre-qualified leads with your upline sponsor. You need a quickstart in your business and there are companies that have recruiting systems in place that will help you expand your sphere of influence and build a large downline for you.