What is the Difference Between “Direct Sales” and “Multi-Level” Marketing (MLM)?
Many people are confused when they are first exposed to home based businesses and are trying to understand the different compensation models that each company has to offer. By far the two most common compensation models are “Direct Sales” and “Multi-level”. Both of these models use leverage to increase income and time for the business owner. Both models can generate a substantial income you take full advantage of the compensation plan. Every company will have variations with each type of model, but this article will explain the basics. Here are some key differences between the two: 1. Direct sales is a horizontal model. This means that people who get started in the business can quickly be free of any financial obligation to the person who introduced and trained them in the business. Then they can very rapidly reach or exceed the income level of someone who has been with the company for years. In direct sales, the profit or commission goes to one person only. People who are new to the b
