What are your opinions on MLM and direct selling?

i am curious to know individual experiences with MLM and direct selling~ how you got into it, your experience, what product/company~ just share your thoughts~ i find it very intriguing, how many people get involved in these opportunities, the driving force being the ability to utilize your time the way you'd like, as well as being able to "run" your own business - sounds quite awesome, especially for the right motivated individual~ so please, share~