The Direct Selling Definitions and Terms You Need to Know

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Direct selling is an often misunderstood industry. That’s why at Direct Selling Disinformation, we make a concerted effort to educate, empower, and provide readers with the resources and data they need to make an informed decision about the direct selling industry. In this guide, which we hope will be helpful, we aim to provide definitions […]

5 Best Gig Economy Jobs In 2024 – Future Trends

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Summary: The gig economy offers flexible work for freelancers and side hustlers. Top gigs include content creation (writing, editing, design), remote tech skills (web dev, programming, data analysis), virtual assistant (admin, social media, customer service), delivery driver, and direct selling (e.g. QNet). The future of gig work is bright with growth in remote work and […]

3 Myths About Direct Selling You Need to Stop Believing

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Direct selling companies offer a significant opportunity for young professionals. They enable a chance to start a business and build a network. While direct selling is not a new industry, technology has expanded its reach by leaps and bounds. However, this technology has also opened the door for direct selling myths. It’s common for people […]

Discover the Power of Online Side Jobs in India

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People have side hustles for a variety of reasons. The most obvious among them is to make extra cash. But a growing number of people are joining the gig economy for other reasons, according to Business Insider India, including the chance to socialize and flex their creative muscles. Whether you’re looking to rediscover your joy […]

The Benefits of Direct Selling in Ghana: Start Your Own Business Today

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Thinking about becoming an entrepreneur? Becoming your own boss can be extremely empowering. But becoming a true entrepreneur and striking it off on your own is difficult, time-intensive, and labor-intensive. Many people look for a shortcut to make money more quickly and with less effort. Rather than, for instance, starting their own freelance business, they […]

Direct Selling Industry Exposé: The Truth About Multilevel Marketing

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Direct selling is one of the oldest known forms of commerce, but critics have been very successful in opposing the industry. Unfortunately, rumors spread like wildfire, and many people now confuse direct selling and multilevel marketing with pyramid schemes. To be clear, pyramid schemes are illegal, and it’s important to avoid falling prey to their […]

Misinformation vs Disinformation: Impact on Direct Selling in India

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Disinformation about direct selling is bad for potential entrepreneurs and the economy alike. Unfortunately, many don’t even know what disinformation is or how it affects them. The average person may confuse disinformation with the more commonly understood concept of misinformation, but there is an important distinction between disinformation vs misinformation. The definition of misinformation in […]

5 Types of Disinformation Encountered in Direct Selling

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Disinformation is the deliberate spreading of false information, and it has greatly affected the direct selling industry. Disinformation affects companies, economies, and individual entrepreneurs alike. The best way to fight the spread of disinformation is to remain aware and informed! You’ve heard the saying “know your enemy”, and that certainly holds true with information battles, […]

The Modern Direct Seller: Do You Have What It Takes to Thrive?

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Direct selling is an ancient form of commerce that has evolved throughout the years. Modern direct selling uses a combination of innovative technologies and tried and true methods—and the industry is booming. The economic paradigm shift from organizational work to gig economy has been exacerbated by social media and the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic. Due to […]