Category Archives: Internet Marketing

Did You Miss IT?! Next MLM Startup Conference is February 26 & 27, 2015!

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Charity

The MLM Startup Conference for Executives of Startup and Existing Direct Selling Companies takes place February 26 & 27 in Las Vegas. This is the 70th annual, two-day conference, featuring industry experts and invaluable tools for the MLM startup entrepreneur. … Continue reading →

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How Often Should Companies Renew Their Policies and Procedures to Make Them Relevant in Today’s Marketplace?

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Charity

There are two issues that have surfaced in recent years: 1) social networking and 2) frequent migration of distributors between companies. With social networking concerns, companies have had to decide on positive protocol for consultants who socialize through technology and … Continue reading →

Posted in Compensation Plan, Compliance Guidelines, Consultants, Consulting, Consumer Protection, Direct Selling, Distributors, For MLM Executives, Home-Based Business, Internet Marketing, Legal, Marketing, MLM, MLM Articles, MLM Companies, MLM Startup, Network Marketing, Party Plan, Personal Use, Recruiting, Social Networking, Software/Technology, Startup, Success | Tagged adjustments, changes, communication, Conference, consultants, consumer protection, direct sales, direct selling, distributors, documents, enhancements, FAQ, forms, how often, innovation campaign, internet, legal, mlm, Multilevel marketing, network marketing, party plan, policies and procedures, protecting distributors, Q&A, sales organizations, social networking, Technology | Comments Off

New Video – Interview by the DSWA of Jeff Babener – “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies”

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Charity

Nikki Keohohou with the Direct Selling Women’s Alliance (DSWA) hosts the Executive Interview Forum titled “Legal Hotspots for Direct Selling Companies.” The interviewee for this hour is Network Marketing Attorney, Jeff Babener, Editor of www.mlmlegal.com. View the video on our … Continue reading →

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Why do MLM Companies Require Distributors to Use Replicated Websites Rather than Distributor-Created Websites?

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Charity

Many companies require their consultants to use replicated websites because they are rightfully concerned about unauthorized medical and earnings claims as well as confusion in the search engines. Therefore, many leading companies provide authorized replicated websites to distributors and prohibit … Continue reading →

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MLM Startup Conference Statistics and Overview – February 2014

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Charity

For over 27 years MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates has hosted the most prestigious MLM conference for executives of startup and existing direct selling companies. We’ve provided some statistics and overview of our last MLM Startup Conference: Our February Conference, … Continue reading →

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10 Social Media Tips for the Network Marketer

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Charity

Social media can be a valuable tool for network marketers; for both network marketing company owners and MLM consultants. Despite popular thought, social media can be complicated and difficult for the busy entrepreneur to navigate. Here are some tips to … Continue reading →

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Free “How To” Manual – Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company for Executives of Network Marketing Companies

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Charity

Visit www.mlmlegal.com for your FREE copy of the Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company manual. The “How To” Manual: Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company – FREE (For qualifying executives … Continue reading →

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Why You Should Trademark Your MLM Company Name

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charity

This blog post is the companion post to the video How Important is Your Company Name? Learn about Trademarking Your Company Name. The following is the transcript of MLM Attorney Jeff Babener’s own words: Hi, I’m Jeff Babener of MLMLegal.com, … Continue reading →

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MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announces Its 62nd National Starting and Running the Successful MLM Company Conference

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Charity

MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates September 18th, 2012 Press Release Announces our 62nd Annual MLM Startup Conference. Read it in full right here and online: MLMLegal.com and Babener & Associates Announces Its 62nd National Starting and Running the Successful MLM … Continue reading →

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The Educated Networker: Trademarks and Network Marketing

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Charity

From Nothing to Everything At first, a trademark may be the least valuable of assets. Famous marks such as Coca-Cola, Microsoft or IBM were nearly valueless at one time. However, for a mature company, the brand name may be its … Continue reading →