The Evolution of Network Marketing
Direct selling had always been a part of mans history. An ancient tradition that originated in man’s basic need to exchange goods and to communicate, as early as 2000 B.C the Code of Hammurabi, a monument of Babylonian law, protected the general welfare and integrity of the Babylonian direct seller, who was then referred to as the “peddler.” The Code stated that“the peddler shall swear the oath of God” if any enemy caused him trouble as he travels shall be protected. It also said that the merchant who sells the goods must be fairly compensated. Trade provides mankind's most significant meeting place. New ideas, along with precious artifacts, have always travelled along trade routes.The shared news of a community has frequently been the talk during market days. As man established economic ties with his neighbours, he traveled extensively despite geographical barriers. The development and use of roads and water routes for commercial activity w...