Any Direct Sales business can be a money maker, if you work it hard and for a steady long time. There is no magic paycheck overnight and you will have no or little income for awhile while starting your customer base.
You need to know a lot of people and continue to meet new people. Also, love what you are doing, like the previous poster stated. Dont love make-up, wearing it and showing people how to wear it? Then dont do Mary Kay.
I personally loved their make-up, but I am all natural now.
Another note is, watch who you signup with. You need someone who is already successful, not your best friend who hasnt made it anywhere. Find a Director somewhere, someone who can show you THEY ARE making a big paycheck, because they will be the right person to show you how to do it. (again, if you put in that effort)
GL!