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This following post I wrote about a year ago for another website, but I think it is still relevant as I still see some of these companies advertising, most of which are just out to scam people.
Separating the Potentially Profitable from the Possible Pocket-Burners
People are continuously looking for ways to make money without having to leave their home. With the advent of the Internet there has been a colossal boom of “Work from Home” Business Opportunities. As the global population increases, the individual’s world’s are shrinking. People are reluctant to battle their way through traffic; socializing is now done in ‘chatrooms’, and on interfaces such as Facebook. In a world where media is constantly drumming in the importance of “staying connected”, we are in fact living in an extreme state of disconnect.
The fact is people want to work from home. Either fulltime, or just to bring in some extra cash in their spare time. Financial literacy also plays a part; Passive Income has become the new catch-phrase, people want the money coming in, even when they are not actively working. This desire is not just acceptable, it is smart, and should be a goal for every person.
Unfortunately this ambition has led to thousands of illegal marketing scams, suckering in often desperate people with promises of wealth, only to steal their money with devious dealings. Almost every classifieds section of every newspaper, or business/money website will have at least one advert advertising a great work from home opportunity.
I am not stating that every single online opportunity is a scam, the Internet is a great medium through which to make money, but the illegal ones definitely outnumber the legal ones. All I am emphasizing is: Do your research before you commit!
I have researched scores of these so-called ‘opportunities’ and it is my opinion that MOST of them are scams. And I think it’s time we re-establish a sense of community and warn fellow income-seekers of the potential dangers of chasing online passive income.
Hbiz : I’ve seen a lot of this one, apparently they advertise around the country. I researched them a bit before I contacted them. It was free to receive their info, so I did it. But the first letter I received immediately asked for money up-front to proceed to the next step. And still did not fully explain what the business actually entailed besides loosely stating ‘data-capturing’. I have subsequently heard that 2 of my friends joined them, and were conned out of their money.
Hometrade was another one that was big at one time, although I haven’t seen anything about them for a while. These guys actually got my money. They seemed very professional with nice (error-ridden) brochures etc. They promised to pay for data-capturing, typing labels etc. I received work from them, completed it and sent it back, and awaited payment. Nothing. The more I tried to contact them I got bounced around from person to person, apparently in different ‘departments’.
What Really Works - Nick Laight – seems quite legit, and does probably help some people. Although I have heard that the info he sends is not really worth the fee. I was at one stage considering registering for his newsletter info, but after hearing some other people’s comments I gave it a skip. Apparently the advice he gives contains nothing new or revolutionary, and there is nothing practical to help you implement your plans.
MLM – Multi-Level Marketing/Networking is a mixed bag. Personally, I do believe in the ideal concept of combining buying-power to help everyone out. However, obviously there are going to be people who pervert this system to build Pyramid Schemes. A lot of people have asked questions about Herbal Life, I have seen their product brochure, but I have no first-hand experience with them, so cannot really comment too much. U-Care is another one, except it works on a donation-based system, and involves no products. I went to a few meetings of theirs, and initially was impressed, but I have subsequently heard that in order for a MLM to be legal in South Africa, there has to be some type of product being sold (i.e. people have to get something tangible for their money.) GNLD was big a few years back, but seems to have fizzled out a bit recently; they did have an impressive product range. I am involved in a Networking business which I enjoy, and it does work.
So in summary: Do Your Homework before giving away your money!
Business owners always need to be conscious of risk within their organization, and develop a contingency plan in order to successfully manage any misfortune.
this post has been moved to businessguide.co.za
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Don’t get too Emotional
Be passionate about your product or service, but by becoming too emotionally attached to it, will result in a loss of focus, and could compromise your reasoning.
Be Adaptable
You might go in with a set game-plan, but be accommodating of their views. Remember it’s a negotiation, not an ultimatum. You are trying to find a result which works well for everyone.
Be Willing to Walk Away
Objectivity is the main ingredient. Make sure you don’t need this deal more than anything in the world. Disengage yourself emotionally, and if things don’t work out the way you had hoped, walk away.
Don’t just Listen, but Hear
Listen to your clients, and understand their ideas and objections. Encourage their feedback, so everybody feels they are achieving their ultimate outcome.
Starting the investment game can be quite daunting for some budding entrepreneurs. Many turn to Financial Advisers for help. Good move or not?
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