Network Marketing (MLM): The History & How it's Changing - Network Marketing 4.0

Hear my Story - Broke Delivery Driver to Full-Time Digital Nomad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcRQWzy7RLY&t=3s&ab_channel=AlexHitt%2CTheGreatDiscoveryPro Join the Network Marketing 4.0 TEAM: https://www.cs4000.net/TGD/enroll/signup_form_prod_v2.asp?sponsorid=932903&pkg=1&productid=Affiliate_AI_Business_Pack,1|TGD_AI_Genius_Club,1&asproductid=TGD_AI_Genius_Club,1&country=US&pageredirect=welcome Attend Meetings Weekly Every Monday @ 10:30 Eastern https://www.addevent.com/event/jn26115825 Every Friday @ 10am Eastern: https://www.addevent.com/event/WO26388525 What is network marketing in 2025, and how is it different from old MLM schemes? In this video, Alex Hitt explains how Network Marketing 4.0 works compared to traditional models like Amway and other network marketing companies. You’ll learn why older systems felt like pyramid schemes, why so many products and auto-ship models failed, and how digital marketplaces are reshaping the business. This breakdown shows the meaning of network marketing today, how it compares to affiliate marketing, and why creators are now earning royalties instead of stockpiling products. A smarter, sustainable approach for modern entrepreneurs and affiliates. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction: Meaning of network marketing today 0:36 Why network marketing companies are closing 1:00 Network Marketing 1.0: Auto-ship and Amway-style models 2:49 Network Marketing 2.0: Products shipped direct to customers 3:31 Network Marketing 3.0: Multiple products but branding issues 4:36 Why people see MLM as scams or pyramid schemes 5:56 Network Marketing 4.0: Creators sell digital products 6:30 Benefits of automation and AI in network marketing 6:58 How The Great Discovery compares to traditional MLM 7:38 High commissions vs old network marketing companies 8:15 Takeaways for starting network marketing in 2025 Network marketing in 2025 looks nothing like old MLM schemes. Instead of stockpiling products or chasing auto-ship, creators now earn royalties, affiliates earn commissions, and digital marketplaces drive collaboration. Whether you’re learning the basics or comparing network marketing vs affiliate marketing, this new model aligns with automation, AI, and sustainable growth. #NetworkMarketing #AffiliateMarketing #DigitalProducts Disclaimer: Alex Hitt is an independent affiliate. Some links mentioned in this video may be affiliate links, meaning he may earn a commission if you make purchases through these links at no additional cost to you. Earnings are not guaranteed and depend on individual effort, skills, and implementation of business strategies. This video is for educational purposes only and does not guarantee financial success. Always conduct due diligence before making business decisions.