Question
What should I do if a friend offers me an MLM business opportunity?
What to do next:
- Thank your friend, and ask for the documents in writing.
- Read them on your own, away from the conversation.
- Take a week before deciding — a sincere offer can wait.
Why this matters
A friend may be sincere and still not have complete information about typical outcomes.
Written documents help reduce pressure and give you time to compare income claims with expenses.
Questions to ask before joining
- Can you send the current income disclosure and compensation plan?
- What did you personally spend last year, and what did you keep after expenses?
- Can I take a week to read the documents before deciding?
Related recruiting phrases
Helpful next pages
- Someone pitched me an MLM. What should I do?
- Before You Join an MLM
- Before You Pay
- Documents to request before joining an MLM
- MLM expense worksheet
- Scripts you can use
Sources
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Regulator guidance
Multi-level Marketing Businesses and Pyramid Schemes
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Regulator guidance
Business Guidance Concerning Multi-Level Marketing