So the question is "Can you make a real residual income with MLM?" And the quick answer is yes, but it depends on some key variables and having a plan and sticking to that plan. Let me explain further.

The first variable when it comes to building a real MLM residual income is persistence. How willing are you keep failing and failing and failing until you succeed. This is a concept called "Failing Forward," and it's pretty ingenious. You see when Thomas Edison was inventing the light bulb, he had to construct the filament first. Well, it took him some 800+ times to finally come up with the right final product for the filament. He made it clear that "he didn't fail 800+ times, he just learned of 800+ ways to not produce a filament." Makes sense, right? Be persistent and your rewards will come.

Another variable is "how big is your network?" If you have a large network to go to with some powerful connections, then you might have just hit the jackpot. Just be careful of how you approach your network because you will more than likely only get one chance at it. If you don't have a large network, then it's time to figure something else out.

Something that will bring clarity to an MLM situation is understanding how to maximize the compensation plan. Too many people get involved with MLM, but don't really understand the specific compensation plan that they are working with. This can put a dent in your ability to earning a real MLM residual income.

Now lets focus on leadership skills for a moment. Your ability to lead a hungry team of success driven people will do wonders for your residual income. Take control and become the leader that you and your team need you to be. Study great business leaders to understand the patterns of successful leaders. Have the right amount of enthusiasm and a good, positive mental attitude and your team will respond bringing you closer to breaking the bank.

Last thing...Never stop bringing new people into your MLM business. You never know when you are going to land your next big superstar that is going to treat you and your future and your downlines' future well. If you are persistent with your approach, and you put in the work that is needed to create a solid organization, then chances are you will be rewarded for you efforts.