When he signed up to be an independent associate for Pre-Paid Legal Services Inc., Cameron Brickey thought network marketing was an easy way to make a buck. Several weeks and $800 later, he thought otherwise.
Brickey heard of Pre-Paid Legal, a network marketing company that provides affordable legal services for low- to middle-income individuals and families, while attending a job fair last October. He borrowed money from his girlfriend for the membership fees–three payments of $50–and another $300 to $400 for the starter package and other required tools, which included business cards, stationery, flyers, training materials, and handfuls of DVDs, videotapes, and books that explained the particulars of the company.
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Sean on July 19th, 2006 at 2:00 pm
Funny that Black Enterprise would publish that article after the National Black Chamber of commerce recognized a Pre-Paid legal associate as Entrepreneur of the Year.
Tonya Woolensack on February 20th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Just wanted to say that I am an executive sales director for TVC Pro-Driver. Our company provides excellent legal service and offers members outstanding benefits. I have friends and family who would not drive professionally without it and I am proud to say that I work for a company who truly delivers excellence. If you are unhappy with your current legal service maybe you just need a change of direction. You work hard and deserve the best protection for yourself and your family
Justin Roether on August 13th, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Aside from the steps listed, what action did he take to grow the business? Pre-Paid Legal is not a get rich quick scheme, it is a business opportunity and must be treated as such.