Hello my beautiful, progressive women of color!! I am reprinting this article, I wrote it originally as a way to educate the readers of MLMWoman.com. Linda Locke, an amazing visionary in our industry and founder of the site asked me to share with her readers WHY I created MLMBlackwoman.com. This site and the "sister" social network, I Love MLMBlackwoman.com are my "babies". I can't express how much joy and appreciation I have for all of the women, like yourself, that have applauded this site, visit everyday and are on a mission to share it with the world!!

It is my passion, intention and mission to help you reach your highest potential, while striving for mine. Creating MLMBlackwoman and sharing it with black women, other women of color and all women for that matter, was THE highlight of this year for me so far...it is just one of the ways I want to be of service to my sistahs everywhere. There is truly power in numbers and together I know we can make a difference in this industry that we all love so much!

Please enjoy one of my first articles discussing the purpose of MLMBlackwoman.com!!

See you at the TOP!  British

"But, I thought Network Marketing Was Only For White Women?"

I can only imagine the look on your face after reading such a shocking title. I felt exactly the same way when these words came out of the mouth of an educated and professional African American woman I had the honor of speaking with recently.

We were discussing her need to create an additional stream of income after going through a painful divorce. The woman shared with me her desire to work from home because of her two small children; her main concerns were income and time freedom. Naturally, I shared with her my network marketing business opportunity. After speaking with this woman for awhile and allowing her to share her story, I felt confident that my company's program would be a great fit for her. We visited the website, and just as we arrived at the compensation page, the woman said very sincerely and passionately,

"But, I thought MLM was only for white women?" I asked her why did she think that, her immediate response was, "Well, look at all the pictures on the website, I don't see anyone that looks like me, the cosmetic shades are not even compatible with my complexion, and quite frankly, I've never met a black woman, other then you, that is making any money in MLM!!" I promptly responded by educating her about several black women, that I know personally, who are making six figures in our industry. I also told her about the first black woman millionaire in our country, Madam CJ Walker, who built her hair care product business through direct sales, going door to door and holding demonstrations in local churches of the rural south in 1905.

Madam Walker went on to "build a team" of many enthusiastic hair care consultants, creating a downline and income that MLM leaders of today dream of!! At that very moment, I realized there was a tremendous need to educate and celebrate women of color in network marketing. I became dedicated to promoting and highlighting diversity in an industry that I believed in and loved…Network Marketing.

From this dedication and love, MLMBlackwoman.com, was born. I created this blog to serve as a forum, a place where women of color building direct sales or network marketing businesses can unite under one "online roof". The purpose is to share, support, educate and celebrate our journey and accomplishments in the direct sales industry. I know there are many black women out there that are in love with this industry and are building strong within their companies...but, where are they?

Well, that's what this site is all about, bringing us together to share our journeys and stories with others. Not just other black women, but ALL women will benefit from this site. Why? Because diversity is good for everyone's soul, it gets rid of misconceptions and spreads the seeds of knowledge and acceptance throughout all races.

As a Presidential Founder and Director in my company, I have a leadership role and responsibility to train and support many women, of all ethnicities. My goal is to continue my commitment of providing support, advice and overall education to everyone, no matter what their ethnic background.

However, through this site my hope is to help "diversify" what the top income earners and top levels of our companies look like! I want African American women to know that Direct Sales and Network Marketing are viable home based businesses that carry the opportunity for great personal and financial growth…for everyone! MLMBlackwoman.com..be encouraged, be inspired!

British Ford-Hill