“The worth of a book is to be measured by what you can carry away from it.”  ~James Bryce

In my opinion, there is no greater financial venture in life than having your own business. Ask me and I’ll tell you, the best businesses for any individual are those that implement systems, are highly leveraged and you can work from home. Why from home? Because there is no brick and mortar structure to care for and the convenience factor…the commute is very short.

What I mean in being highly leveraged and the implementation of systems respectively, you are being rewarded financially (handsomely I might add) for the work of others and the system does the work for you allowing you to be absent from the whole process…(wow, that is sweet).

Sounds like the perfect business doesn’t it?

Network marketing, also known as MLM or Multi-Level Marketing, is one of the most popular business opportunities today. It’s no surprise considering the fortunes available to you in a business model that is highly leveraged.

I have always advocated the power of network marketing especially now with the advent of the Internet. I can use network marketing (a highly leveraged business model) and the Internet (with systems) to build my organization to grow beyond my wildest expectations.

By joining a network marketing company, you are compensated as a promoter for the sale of the company’s products and services as well as for the sales of other promoters you introduce to the company, creating a downline of distributors and a certain hierarchy. These products and services could range from vitamins to fruit juices to education.

When I join a network marketing company, it can’t be just anything. It has to be a quality product that just makes good sense to me and managed with integrity. For example, I have been promoting a company by the name of Global Virtual Opportunities or GVO for short. This company provides the tools that Internet network marketers are going to need anyway to do business. You see, that just makes good sense to me.

Before you become a network marketer, though, it is best to be well-prepared by doing some research, first. This industry is not for the faint of heart.

Even though it will test you beyond your wildest expectations, the sky is the limit for your financial gain. There really is no cap on your earnings. All you need is simply to sponsor at least four leaders in your organization and watch the momentum build.

Before you join any organization….

My recommendation is to first get a well-rounded baseline perspective on the industry. This will prepare you for the bumps you will inevitably experience in the beginning stages of your growth.

Keep in mind, even though these are books that all network marketers should read, do not feel you have to read all of them before you join a network marketing company. Simply read them as you grow:

1. Your First Year in Network Marketing: Overcome Your Fears, Experience Success, and Achieve Your Dreams! by Mark Yarnell & Rene Reid Yarnell

This bestselling book may well be the survival manual for network marketing beginners, especially since it gives you tips on how to start out strong in the network marketing industry and how to overcome the challenges you’ll encounter during your most difficult year – your first year. If you can get your hands on a copy, you might want to check out another book by Mark and Rene Reid Yarnell as well entitled Power Multi-Level Marketing

2. Network Marketing for Dummies by Zig Ziglar and John Hayes

Following the tradition of books ‘for Dummies’, this book simplifies the world of network marketing for beginners and is also loaded with simple yet effective tips about selling and recruiting – everything you need to know about getting started and turning into a successful network marketer.

3. The Ultimate Guide to Network Marketing: 37 Top Network Marketing Income-Earners Share Their Most Preciously-Guarded Secrets to Building Extreme Wealth by Joe Rubino

Just as the title implies, this book shows you the ins and outs of the marketing world, and even includes inspirational success stories and valuable pieces of advice from 37 of the best network marketers in the world. Don’t forget to check the other books by Joe Rubino, as well, particularly ‘The 7-Step System to Building a $1,000,000 Network Marketing Dynasty’ and ‘15 Secrets Every Network Marketer Should Know’.

4. The 45 Second Presentation that Will Change Your Life by Don Failla

From the preface to the very last page, this one-hundred page book is an excellent step-by-step training manual for both network marketing beginners and seasoned network marketing associates alike, which is why it is one of the best books network marketers should read.

5. The Greatest Networker in the World by John Milton Fogg

Are you a fan of books like Paulo Coelho’s ‘The Alchemist’ or Og Mandino’s ‘The Greatest Salesman in the World’? If so, you’re sure to love this book, which takes you on an incredible journey of self-discovery and network marketing success. You won’t just end up being the greatest networker in the world. You’ll be a better person, as well.

6. Street Smart Network Marketing: A No-Nonsense Guide for Creating the Most Richly Rewarding Lifestyle You Can Possibly Imagine by Robert Butwin

This book is simple, straightforward and packed with helpful strategies and fresh insights you can use to be a smart and successful full-time network marketer, which is why it is one of the best books network marketers should read.

7. Make Your First Million In Network Marketing: Proven Techniques You Can Use to Achieve Financial Success by Mary and Wayne Christensen

Do you want to be a millionaire? Let Mary and Wayne Christensen show you how, starting with simple techniques about overcoming your fears to a step-by-step system that will teach you how to climb the ladder of success all the way to the top.

8. Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller–Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century by Napoleon Hill

True, this bestseller may not give you details about network marketing, but it can certainly help you to develop a mindset of wealth creation, which is a dominant and essential trait to becoming an effective salesperson, a good leader and ultimately, a successful network marketer.

These are just some great books among many which can help you get started in the network marketing industry. I chose these to give you the best foundation. Keep these books in your library for a later refresher down the road or a word of inspiration.

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