Is it a gimmick or is it real? Many people are drawn into network marketing with the promise they can make money while they are sleeping or even on vacation. Some are still skeptical about network marketing's success and perhaps with good reason at least in their own minds. The real truth is that many people don't understand the concept and are uninformed about how to create a successful marketing business.

One of the most important things to remember is not to listen to those who tell you there is no need to do any work. No matter which network you join if you expect to become successful you must do the work necessary to develop a successful network of entrepreneurs. Until you have built your network to the size you want and are generating residual income you must continually work to make your business grow.

How much you can really earn depends on how much work you want to do. Building a network faster requires more work than just letting it develop of its own accord. In addition you can create a larger network if you have a larger selection of products to offer your customers. Your prospects will be more likely to join if they see products they use on a regular basis-it's easier to sell products you use yourself because you can provide a more realistic review of their quality and reliability.

Choosing the right network is also an important part of creating a successful network marketing business. Since you will earn residual income from those levels below you, you want to sponsor those people who are really interested in building the network. It will be impossible to build a stable and money-making network if everyone in your down line is there only for the product discount. Although using your own products is important, the sponsorship is what will build your network and provide the income you seek.