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8 years ago already!

8 YEARS AGO, I SHARED THIS POST… AND LOOK HOW FAR WE’VE COME!

Eight years ago, I shared a post about the future of Direct Selling. At the time, the prediction was bold:

$1 TRILLION in the industry within the next 5 years

More than $400 BILLION paid out in commissions

A lot has changed since then.

But if anything, I believe the opportunity in this industry has become even bigger.

Now add AI to the equation.

Artificial intelligence is changing the way people communicate, market, create content, build relationships, and run businesses. It is giving everyday entrepreneurs access to tools that were once available only to large companies with massive budgets and teams.

Imagine combining:

A proven direct-selling business model

Technology and AI

Social media

Global connectivity

Personal branding

The ability to work from virtually anywhere

The barriers to starting and growing a business are changing faster than ever.

Eight years ago, I believed Direct Selling was geared for tremendous growth. Today, I believe we are entering an entirely different level of opportunity.

The numbers we talked about back then may ultimately look small compared to what is possible as AI continues to transform the way business is done.

And here's what excites me most: you don't have to be a technology expert to participate. You simply need to be willing to learn, adapt, and use these new tools to become more productive. Those who embrace the changes happening today could have a tremendous advantage in building relationships, creating value, and growing their businesses.

The question isn't whether the world is changing.

The question is: Will you learn how to take advantage of the change?

I've been building in this industry for years, and I'm more excited about the future today than I was when I started.

If you're an entrepreneur or you've ever wanted to build something of your own, let's connect. I'd be happy to share what I'm seeing and why I believe the next few years could be incredibly exciting.

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This article was published on 09.09.2026 by Arlo Mathison
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Member comments:

Angela Peters Love this retrospective, Arlo - it's rare to see someone revisit an old prediction and still stand behind the trajectory. The AI point especially rings true; the tools solo entrepr  3 days ago

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