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Jan 20, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Erin Bies, a former MLM devotee turned anti-MLM advocate, dives into her transformation and the deceptive tactics of multi-level marketing. She shares personal anecdotes highlighting the emotional and financial struggles faced within MLMs. Erin also critiques the shifting dynamics of the industry, discussing the rise of affiliate marketing and the urgent need for transparency. The conversation emphasizes the growing anti-MLM movement and the importance of educating others to prevent exploitation in this often-misleading business model.
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Erin's MLM Journey
- Erin Bies, a military veteran and certified personal trainer, spent 13.5 years in multi-level marketing (MLM).
- She was involved with six different MLM companies: Slumber Parties, Pure Romance, Arbonne, Modere, Love Winks, and Prove It.
Switching Companies
- Erin Bies initially switched MLM companies due to acquisitions and leadership issues.
- She also joined an MLM started by her former upline, which led to a lawsuit by Pure Romance.
Initial Attraction to MLMs
- Erin Bies was drawn to MLMs because they offered a way to work from home while raising her child.
- She viewed it as her only option at the time, believing it allowed her to be a stay-at-home mom.