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My mentor tells me that sometimes the truth is better than a lie, even if it hurts you to tell it! She has been networking for 15 years and has built 3 businesses to multiple 6 figures, so I think she knows a bit about the world we live in. The truth is better than a lie- and although I have not blatantly lied – by ommission of my story of persistence in the MLM industry, I have denied many the INSPIRATION that my story could provide. It’s a great story of a network marketers journey, and I hope you’ll stick with me to the end …
It all began about 7 years ago with the ‘magic juice’ my chiropractor gave me. Now, the name of such juice is irrelevant. You know the stuff. It costs a bundle and cures all ills. In fact, it will even bring you eternal happiness if you share the wonders of the juice with enough people – the company will cut you a nice big check. I looked at the brochures of how you get paid to share and went to work – as we certainly needed the $$$! I was home raising my daughter while my husband worked a stressful job that was literally draining the life out of him! That magic juice company went out of business – but that was of no consequence because I’d already started surfin the web to find my million dollar business. I had another magic juice, some fun green fairy dust and even some air purifiers and water purifiers to boot. I was trying to sell everything, in any way I could. And I did – some of it. I learned early on that I was a success- the voice of God spoke loudly that I could do ANYTHING and I listened…and maxed out my cards (I’m sure that was not what God meant!). I began to seek out the people who had their smiling faces on the net claiming their gazillions in network marketing. I would ask them really dumb questions and as such, they had no answers. They could all tell me to join their deal- but that wasnt the answer I was looking for.
You see, I could use a script, website, sizzle call and lead list and I could sponsor. Oh yes- I had no fear. but I KNEW, just KNEW that the big dogs weren’t paying for leads. They were generating their own. But they wouldnt tell me how…
I knew there was nothing different between me and them, except that they were doing something I did not yet know how to do- and I was determined to figure out how it was done. The net was a different place then – this info wasn’t free!
I went to work with a very well known company and made every promotion that put in front of me. I got every pin, watch, blanket, track suit – whatever they put out. I got all that STUFF, but really very little money. The residual income dream seamed to belong to others- I couldn’t crack the code. I didnt know it was because I was working with a totally crappy comp plan… that knowledge would come later.
In June 2005 my husband was laid off from the job that was killing him. I did a happy dance and told him – YEAH! Now I can focus on my MLM and we can get RICH! Meanwhile, he was crying to my Mother that I was crazy to think we can live on Love (we can, cant we?). That very same month Mike Dillard’s Magnetic Sponsoring landed in my lap. Lightning struck, the stars aligned and my destiny unfolded. (Yes, it was that big a deal!)
I had learned a bit along the way about what the big dogs were doing. I was generating my own leads and doing pretty well navigating the net and thought myself quite accomplished. When I got Mag Spon, it wasn’t that the info was all totally new- but rather that it brought everything together for me. I used the Mag Spon affiliate program to keep us afloat – while I went to work as a TEACHER!
I was working as a sub in the Philadelphia school district and coming home in the evenings to generate an extra hundred or two a day with Mike’s program. I stopped working the MLM with the crappy comp plan and just focused on the now money and on honing my lead generation skills. I connected with thousands of networkers and began to build my database. I called many networkers while I sat in the passenger’s seat of our Suburu wagon – making the bold move to Florida where I would work to get my teachers certification. That fall I taught myself html so that I could build my own capture pages. It was only another few steps to build www.SponsoringSuccess.com , link it to an autoresponder and mail out to the leads I’d generated from Magnetic, as well as the new subscribers I would begin to attract.
Folks, I branded myself, built my website, managed the newsletter and then made HUGE MONEY in direct sales – while working 40 hours per week as a high school science teacher! I also have 2 small children. I am indeed superwoman – because my WHY is huge.
Wait – did I say huge money in direct sales?- I did. I began to apply my skills to market direct sales and was making truly crazy money- it blew my head up so big I didn’t even THINK about the teachers certification. I was certain that after the second year I would never return. Why on earth would I??? I was making big bucks and the future was so bright, I didn’t see what was coming.
A little over a year ago the big one hit us. I will not go into it here, but know that our family was hit so hard that Momma was no longer able to work direct sales. When you don’t sell, you dont earn- and my income dropped to well below the level of sustainability. For almost 6 months I was not operating at full capacity and really just kind of tread water with my business. The old FEAR had come back – fear that I was really incapable of living the dream. I did what I felt was SAFE, and I went back to work – and to get that certification.
I know that we are truly blessed. I am so very thankful to an industry that has taught me that you must change your mind in order to change your bank account. Everything has fallen into place for us, in such fantastic ways. Please allow me to explain.
In January of 2007 a networker named Tim called me out of the blue. He said he was on my newsletter list and knew I was marketing big ticket companies. He asked me what I was doing with the people who couldn’t afford them, and I had no answer. Now, I normally don’t listen to pitches about anything- but something told me to Google this guy. I also asked him why the heck I should even listen to him… and he told me what he’d done in the past. Impressed enough by what he said, and certain that I could get double mileage out of my leads with this little MLM deal… I joined joined and got to work. I funneled my leads who couldn’t afford my other programs right in, and had a decent little team – but I still had no faith in that MLM model that I was sure would pay me peanuts…
Remember the conversations that I had in the car on the way to Florida? One of them led to a truly life changing event. On that ride I spoke with a woman named Holly Powell, and in July of 07 she joined me in my MLM company (that is a lesson on the power of the LIST too, people join you YEARS later). Within a month she was a “Regional Executive” and I suddenly got a residual check for over $500. Now, remember, I was just barely working- barely thinking, barely treading water- and I get this check for over $500 from the little MLM deal.
WAKE UP CALL!
Wait, there is real residual income here? Is it possible that if I went to work here I might actually live the residual income dream I’d been sold all those years ago? Possible? Absolutely!
In August I went back to teaching high school science… and worked my MLM part time. In October the company integrated a marketing platform, and things really took off. I mailed my database (my LIST) and was enrolling at least 25 people each and every month. I hit “National Executive” and watched my residual checks grow and considered leaving teaching In January. However, I had not yet finished my certification and felt the need to finish what I started. I worked up till June 2008 as a High School Science teacher and built my residual income up with my MLM. I got my certification, graduated the Seniors – and resigned.
I’m free.
I’m home with my family…
Oh, did I ever mention that my husband hasn’t worked since being laid off in 2005? Supermom worked all day and networked all night and Dad stayed home with the kids!
What are you capable of?
Will your success path be shorter that mine – I hope so! If I can tell you what I do, rather than what I have done, do you think you could work to change your destiny?
If I can show exactly what trainers I go to to get my skill level up, will you do the same? Will YOU work diligently, consistently to become a Leader in YOUR company and resign from your job, or at least create a nice cushion for your family in these hard times? If so, I can work with you.
Remember the database that I began to build in 2005? My LIST. It was that list that enabled me to build a network marketing company virtually at the push of a button, and in my SPARE time.  I wasn’t tied to the phone, prospecting like mad. I was talking to people to answer their final questions. Do YOU think that 25+ enrollments a month would make a difference in your income?
In order to get the things you’ve never had, you must do the things you have never done – are you Ready?
If so – then you are ready for MLM List Building Exposed!
Blessings to you are yours!
Melanie Milletics
Well done Mellanie. You have highlighted the very need to have your own database/leads, and that is the crux to being successful in my humble opinion.
I still have to generate my own leads at this point, and I know I have to create my own website.
I wish you all the best, and hope to join you in the near future in “Traverus”
Hi Melanie. Though we only talk once or twice, and that was in early January 2007, I feel I can say “I knew you when.” I am truly happy for you that you are such a success. I am impressed with your determination and tenacity. I look forward to probability of networking with you in the near future. I wish you continued success!
Melanie,
This is the most inspiring story I have come across in a LONG time.
Thank you, thank you…my determination and hard work will eventually pay off for myself and my family. So glad it has finally pulled together for you in a big way.
Great to hear you followed your intuition and heart. I had several conversations with you in the past over the telephone. Glad to hear you are FREE!!!!!!!!!! Have a great summer, GREAT STORY Melanie!
Truly inspirational story. Mike teaches the true methods to building an MLM, I hope you continue to see success. I am building my traverus page with the optin form now and I am working on generating leads and networking relationships. See you at the top
Tim Miller will take you to the top! Good story and glad that you are so successful with traverus travel! Enjoy
Hey Melanie !!
Thank you so much for this story. It is truly an inspiration and it shows that with the right kind of focus and determination anyone, in any circumstance, really can create exactly what they want in life.
I have been receiving your newsletter for a long time now, following what you are doing as far as marketing and pro development. You are truly amazing. I have to admit it…I thought…wow…this lady really has it down….able to focus on building her business full time from the comfort of her home….great information….lots of valuable tips and advice….I want to have what she has got…freedom.
Little did I know the real story behind this woman that I admire so much.
Thank you for the inspiration. Thank you for being the leader that you are. Thank you for the high standards that you bring to this profession.
Wishing you continued success in all that you do.
Rose Mis
HELLO MELANIE!
YOUR LETTER AND LIFE HAS INSPIRED ME IN SO MANY WAYS. ALTHOUGH WE ARE ON DIFFERENT TEAMS I ENJOY READING YOUR STORIES. I BELIEVE WE ALL HAVE ONE. TRUTH AND HONESTY NEVER FAILS!! ONE DAY I WILL POST MY STORY! TO ENCOURAGE OTHERS AS WELL.
Congratulations! You’ve shown that with a committment – ANYTHING Can Be Done!
Jay NaPier
Hi Melanie,
What an inspirational story ! you must be very proud of your
achievements.I posted your blog- stumble/dugg it and tech;
twitted/del.ico.us…..
Everyone should read this…every good wish for a long and
happy retirement (from your day job)
Sincerely
Melanie,
You truely are a person who has paid the price and have kept your focus.
I am very proud to have had you come into my life.
God bless you and yours !
Bill Sangster
Great story Melanie, and you make such a good point regarding getting resullts by changing the way you think and act. Very inspiring.
Hi Melanie,
Great site and love your input into helping fellow networkers.. Thats the key to success for sure.. And are,nt we just loving Traverus??.
Keep up the good work.
Russell Birtwistle
Hello Melanie,
somehow any rational thinking person can tell a bogus story from the start but I do believe that you are honest and sincere and that you want others to succeed just like you I think this way too so that is why I don’t have any reason to doubt you in fact before I even read your story I wanted to contact you but your website just would not load on my computer I was using the link from direct matches anyhow to make a long story short I am glad to hear from you and I will follow you through your link to Traverus thanks a million. (no pun intended.)
Edward Lavine
Wow, Melanie, I somehow got on your list and I am so glad you did. Although I have joined other companies, my heart and mind resonated with our story, since I just recently went back to teaching and am working for my teacher’s certification in Georgia as a back-up plan to my internet marketing. I truly hope that I can follow your success and your lead. Thank you for an inspiring story! Kristie
Well, well you have opened up bigtime here Melanie and its something that’s not seen very often by anyone out there.
Those late nights burning the midnight oil are finally paying off for you and most importantly your FAMILY.
Girl,
You are the true leader and inspiration to many. In other words YOU ROCK! I consider you an awesome mentor and will always be blessed to know you.
See ya on the cruise girl!
Holly Powell
Hi Melanie,
Thankyou for your inspiration and loyal spirit. I agree you do have a wonderful story. Sorry we haven’t responded in a while.
My wife and I have been consumed with getting ready for our trip to Africa. We leave in January and will be gone for 3 months.
We will be visiting our son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren in Nairobi, Kenya.
He is Bethany International Area Coordinator for all of Africa so he has booked me in several locations to do some preaching and
teaching in their Bible School.
We will look at your Traverus Travel to see what we can do.
Sincerely,
Myron & Kae Germo
Hi Melanie,
Last month I found you – or rather Google found you for me.
The travel networking company I was with had hit a brick wall and was faltering badly. I was looking to stay with travel as my product but I knew I needed to find a leader who would be able to help me learn about online marketing.
Immediately I was impressed by your knowledge and methods of training. I knew you were good but I had no idea how far you had to come to get to this point.
Now I know – the rest of the story.
Here’s wishing you continued success. I’ll be in your back pocket – taking notes.
Thanks for all that you do,
Dave Carter
Awesome job Melanie on all your successes.
Why am I not surprised to find out you have a teaching background. I credit all my success to my love of learning and teaching. Both my parents were teachers. My dad a physics professor and my mom an English teacher.
I spent fifteen years as a gymnastics coach and loved every bit of it. After a while my body said, “Game over girl. You’re not doing this anymore.” My body just couldn’t handle it any more and I had to throw in the towel. But like you I keep right on moving (I saw your dance picture.) (-:
Working in the network marketing/ internet marketing industry has been a natural segue out of one industry into another while keeping my love for teaching.
I can see you’ve done the same. I’m so very happy for you. It’s no wonder you’re a top ranked leader in Traverus.
Would love to catch up some time soon to see how I can tap into the wealth of knowledge you’ve developed over the years. I recall you saying in our last phone conversation that it was all “hard earned.” I do not doubt it for one minute. And it is much to your credit that you had the where-with-all to stick with it. I see many people give in after just a feeble attempt. When if they would just stick with it on a consistent basis they will have their breakthrough moment.
My hats off to you, Melanie. You’re a shining star in this industry.
Ann
Melanie,
Awesome story! I joined TraVerus about the same time you did. This was my first MLM experience…as a matter of fact it was my first internet experience. I barely knew how to operate a computer, much less make money working on one! I got sick and had to go on oxygen 24/7 and was desperately searching for a way to earn money at home. God dropped TraVerus in my life. I have looked EVERYWHERE for someone that could show me how I can build a income online. They could tell me that it was possible, that I could go to forums, create videos, write blogs….but you have been the very first person that has showed me how to connect everything together. I am so thankful that God crossed our paths and I will be forever greatful for what you have done for me!
Thanks Melanie! Be Blessed,
Sherry
Thank You!
I love how you are always there to help. I have learned so much from you and I am on constant learning mode. I only hope to be the mentor for others that you have been for me.
I too am a teacher and I am ready to teach others the skills needed to succeed in business. Thanks for teaching me to teach!
Cheers,
Lisa