The referral marketing space is changing quickly.

Only 20 years ago, if you were in direct selling, network marketing, or a party plan program, you were one of only a few options for ‘extra’ income to the millions of men and women seeking a side-gig a few hours a week to support their families.

Today with the advent of the gig economy, referral marketing companies have to compete with all ‘gig’ opportunities from the wide spectrum of affiliate marketing, Door Dash, or even Airbnb.

Gig opportunities around the globe leverage technology and smart platforms that create platforms where participants have the confidence to do the work and earn an income without a large commitment to training.

How can direct sales compete for promoters’ attention in a world of so many options?.