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Share the Wealth

• Introduction to Share the Wealth
• Become a Share the Wealth member
• Multi-Level Marketing vs. Referral Profit Marketing

Multi-Level Marketing vs. Referral-Profit Marketing

The following is an explanation of some of the most common, perceived differences between Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) and Referral-Profit Marketing. (RPM) Our "Share The Wealth" program is designed with very specific advances incorporated into it. Below is a comparison of some of the most important advances, as we see them, made by Amico Educational Concepts (AEC) with the distribution of "JA" products. This is in no way to be a representation of ALL MLM businesses. It is only intended to compare some perceptions that exist.

MULTI-LEVEL MARKETING (MLM)

Focus: Some manufacturers claim, for a variety of reasons, that they are product driven, yet their emphasis is usually on setting up new distributors. These distributors are usually inexperienced at representing manufacturers and have little or no product knowledge.

Participation: Most manufacturers address the residential market. They usually do not allow for corporate or retail involvement unless authorized by them.

Initial order: Usually your first purchase consists of sales information, such as tapes, literature and sales aids. Though not required, again, for a variety of reasons, that purchase is strongly recommended to help educate you.

Minimum purchase requirements: None, but to earn commissions, you generally need to spend a significant amount of money, monthly.

Cost of doing business: Little or no support is provided or assumed my the manufacturer.

Income incentive: Some manufacturers encourage you to increase your sales volume by sponsoring new distributors, rather than adding new customers. Most manufacturers advertise how you can change your job and lifestyle.

Market saturation: Most MLM manufacturers encourage local, centralize sales presentations made to family and friends. Although, you are not prohibited to solicit anywhere, the cost burden would be too much for most individuals. The house party concept is a good example. Most distributors reach their market saturation point much too soon.

REFERRAL-PROFIT MARKETING (RPM)
"SHARE THE WEALTH"

Focus: We are, in fact, product driven. We sell quality products, first and foremost. Our emphasis is placed on supplying the highest quality products on the market. Our referral program is optional and does not offer any more of an incentive. We have eliminated the pressure and encouragement to sell your family and friends on some unrelated, non-professional product.

Participation: We address the beauty industry market. Only, Professional Salons and Stylists can purchase our products. Professionals are just that, Professionals who work at their profession as their main source of income. We do not attempt or recommend any individual to start another business venture.

Initial order: Your first purchase consists of $150 of sample products and a one binder of relevant product and sales information. Your cost is $50 and will be credited on your first invoice or returned to you if you are not satisfied. The sample products are, in essence, free.

Minimum purchase requirements: None, you receive commissions by buying only $50 worth of products, per month.

Cost of doing business: Many of the costs are assumed by AEC. Factory, professional support, education, sales literature, etc.

Income incentive: All incentives are based upon sales volume. AEC does not advocate changing your job and you lifestyle. Bonus are relative to product usage and sales volume.

Market saturation: Although most members do penetrate their local market, we do not put our emphasis on doing that. We do not encourage our salons or stylists to do anything but what they are currently doing "HAIR STYLING." The entire hair care industry is available to our professionals.

In closing, we would just like to say that we feel that our "Share The Wealth" program is professionals helping professionals instead of distributors and manufacturers only, sharing in the profits and benefits. We recycle some of those profits and benefits back to the professional. Unlike Multi-Level Marketing or Network Marketing or any other term you care to use, we are creating a network of professionals working with professionals. Should you have any additional questions, please contact your sponsor. Thank you for your time and consideration.