The world of cinema is not just about entertainment; it’s also a source of valuable lessons, inspiration, and motivation. We have compiled the best business movies that every distributor, MLM leader, or MLM company owner should watch. These films are not specifically about network marketing but about strategies, leadership, sales, overcoming challenges, management, and business development to achieve the pinnacle of success in any field.

Top-7 inspirational movies about marketing and business​

"The Founder" (2016)

A motivational business film that tells the story of the creation of the world's largest fast-food chain, McDonald's. Through the journey of Ray Kroc, from a salesman to a successful businessman, this story reveals important aspects of achieving any goals and the tough relationships between business partners.

Key Ideas:

  • "Only persistence and determination are omnipotent." These are the key factors for achieving great goals.

  • Difficulties are opportunities for growth. Learn to overcome and utilize them for your development.

  • Effective entrepreneurship requires constant search for new ideas, solutions to existing problems, and the ability to rethink business concepts.

 

"The Founder" (2016)

A film about a young student creating the globally renowned social network, Facebook. For Mark Zuckerberg, it wasn't about financial gain but the process of creating and developing the social network itself. He is obsessed with his project and ready to face lawsuits, partner pressure, and any other challenges along the way.

Key Ideas:

  • The main thing is not just to come up with a good idea, but to execute it properly and see it through to the end.

  • By focusing on your own goals, you will inevitably achieve the desired result.

  • Trust and clear division of responsibilities within the team are the most important components of building a successful business.

 

"Steve Jobs" (2015)

A renowned business film that delves into the life and career of one of the most brilliant entrepreneurs of our time, Steve Jobs. It highlights his leadership qualities, vision, and bold approaches to business, as well as the obstacles and failures he faced on the way to creating iconic Apple products: NeXT, Macintosh, and iMac.

Key Ideas:

  • A person with a clear vision and belief in their ideas can bring the boldest innovations to life and radically change any market.

  • "If we want to be great, we have to take risks."

  • The ability to inspire a team to give their best in their work helps achieve significant results.

 

"Thank You for Smoking" (2005)

A business development film, it tells the story of Nick Naylor, a lobbyist who defends the interests of tobacco manufacturers. His approach to sales is marked by a pragmatic and cynical attitude towards a product that harms people's health. Nick Naylor skillfully engages in debates, using persuasive arguments and effortlessly turning opponents' assertions to his advantage.

Key Ideas:

  • A person who can clearly express their thoughts and use strong arguments can change the opinions of others.

  • The ability to communicate effectively and persuade is extremely important in any business.

  • A company's reputation is a valuable asset that requires constant maintenance and effort.

 

"Joy" (2015)

The story of a housewife, Joy Mangano, who invented a self-wringing mop and became a successful businesswoman. This excellent film about marketing and business portrays financial struggles, family conflicts, skepticism from those around her, and all the other challenges Joy overcame on her way to creating the powerful company Ingenious Designs.

Key Ideas:

  • Never settle for defeat, even if it seems inevitable.

  • The ability to see opportunities where others see only obstacles is the key to building a revolutionary business.

  • Failures are just steps on the path to improvement. Learn from your mistakes, improve your products and strategies, and your business will continuously grow.

 

"The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard" (2009)

A comedy about the true art of sales. The main character, Don Ready, is capable of selling anything to anyone. He arrives with his team in a small town to save Ben Selleck's car dealership from bankruptcy. His team consists of enthusiasts who skillfully turn every customer interaction into a real deal.

Key Ideas:

  • There is nothing in the world that cannot be sold if you understand the customers' desires and apply common persuasion formulas.

  • Motivation and proper coordination of the team's work are critical in boosting sales and growing the company.

  • Unconventional and creative approaches often help attract many customers and achieve set goals.

 

"Boiler Room" (2000)

The story of a young man from a modest family, Seth Davis, who drops out of college to become a broker. When money and the pursuit of recognition take priority, moral principles, compassion, and relationships with loved ones take a back seat. Over time, Seth realizes that there are values more important than money. The film reveals the "inner workings" of brokerage firms and shows how to captivate a client who was about to hang up the phone a moment ago.

Key Ideas:

  • To make someone buy what you need to sell, it’s important to present it in an appealing and necessary form.

  • Greed gradually destroys reputation, career, and personal life.

  • Quick and easy money usually comes with high risks and leads to swift problems.

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