Looks like those knuckleheads provided something of value after all.I propose a new tag and code word... "Calgary Mastermind" -- the new synonym for an MLM.
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Free registration at the forum removes this block.Looks like those knuckleheads provided something of value after all.I propose a new tag and code word... "Calgary Mastermind" -- the new synonym for an MLM.
I feel bad though, I may have killed him from all the biking
You know, you're actually right here. I've addressed your other comments with sarcasm, but I won't here.
Of all of your points, this was the most true. Maturity and self-confidence have been demons that I've battled for a long time. I feel like I've made some progress, but there's still a long road ahead of me.
I'd like to disagree here. These MLM people pray on those with no self confidence, people who sign up for mlms don't have the confidence in themselves that they can run their own business. They don't think they are good enough. They are sheep who follow the flock.
You clearly didnt have an issue with declining their offer, so the fact that you turned down this opportunity to run your own business and rely on yourself shows your maturity and self confidence.
Keep it up man, I commend you.
Thanks. However, OP was right to call me out for my language and he has a point.
I was mad, I let my emotions get away from me, and I went into racial territory with my name-calling. Not the man I want to be, and he deserved an apology. Not apologizing would put me on his level.
Yeah, he was a liar, but I shouldn't have let that affect me (self-confidence). With better control of my emotions (maturity), I could have been more civil and taken a higher road. So in that regard, he was right.
I just feel like in 5 years if I were to look back, I'll wish I'd handled this with a cooler head.
But thank you for the commendation
Hey guys, I did MLM for a couple of years. Its possible to generate some sort of income but the reality is that you have to become an MLM parasite. You gotta be 'that guy.' The one that people don't want around because of the uneasiness they feel around you and your never ending pitch. Then you gotta train others to be 'that guy' as well. Your new friends are basically your uplines and downlines and if you want to "be successful," forget spending time with anyone not in your company. Unless you're gonna pitch em.
Here's some quick tips to avoid being suckered into meetings.
1. Someone you haven't spoken to in a long time calls out of the blue, sounds a bit nervous and insist on meeting up with you since they want to "show you something" or "introduce you to someone VERY successful"
2. Someone approaches you at the mall and asks "Are you open to having extra sources of income" or "my business is expanding in this area and I'm looking for very sharp and open minded people. Are you sharp and open minded?" or the classic "If you could make $40,000 a month, what would you do with that money?"
3. First thing someone says while getting in contact with you is "I'm in a hurry and I can't go into too much detail but.....(tries to set up a random meeting)"
4. Someone you consider a distant acquaintance and never ever talk to, calls you to invite you to a "launch party"
5. The person that contacts you starts the conversation by complimenting you way too much. "I've always considered you to be an amazing leader, very sharp, extremely intelligent, etc etc"
There's a lot more but these are the most used tactics.
The best way to avoid wasting time and gas is to
1. Directly and happily (dont sound skeptical because then they'll BS you) ask, "is this a business opportunity?" Make it sound like you've been waiting all your life for a business opportunity so they don't hesitate to tell you how amazing it is.
2. If yes, ask "Awesome! Whats the name of the company?".
3. Google it.
Hope this helps you guys not get tricked into people's soon to be "multiTrillion" dollar company "opportunities"
Also, this is my first post =D
When you attack the boss, you get to deal with the minions.
Yeah. You get to deal with the minions.
Hey, wait. What?
I propose a new tag and code word... [HASHTAG]#CalgaryMastermind[/HASHTAG] -- the new synonym for an MLM.
Thanks for closing the thread. Now all you have to do is delete my account. I don't see a "delete my account" option. But I am sure you do. Go ahead and delete that bad boy.
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