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How to build a BIG direct sales business from the ground up: The Truth

How to build a BIG direct sales business from the ground up: 1. First identify what you really want: An online business, a thriving booking calendar or a large team you manage. You cannot do all at once, so concentrate on one thing and the rest will naturally follow. 2. Get over the fact that you'll need to spend some money to build your business. IT IS A BUSINESS and no business thrives without spending some capital. It's just the way it is. Whether it's sending out some free samples or buying ads, it will help bring in customers. 3. Realize that GETTING A CUSTOMER is expensive and very valuable. One customer could be a customer for years. Spending a few dollars to get them is nothing in comparison. Of course, you need a budget and a savvy mindset to understand which customers are worth the time and money. 4. Get a practice: This means that every week you will market, advertise, cold call, whatever. If you're not willing to do this, forget about running a busin...

How to really GROW a direct sales business working from home

I often talk to sellers who have big dreams, big plans for their business. However, when we start to delve into what is required to make those dreams a reality, they shy away. Not all, but many. This is where the "I used to sell such-and-such but it didn't work out." comes from.  You know them...the people who jump from company to company because they can't make it happen. Or they just quit their business altogether. Or the ones who say they know everything about how to market their business already (but don't have any traffic or business to show for it). When I work with sellers I like the ones who are   motivated, friendly   and   open to ideas   and new ways of thinking and growing. What I don't like? Those stuck-in-the-mud old ideas that so many sellers cling to. Gone are the days when you could just call up a few friends and make your business grow. Now it takes marketing, advertising, blogging, social media PLUS good,...

Protect Your Family From Everyday Toxins

Protecting families from hidden toxins found in everyday life.   www.fb.com/Women.Wellness.Wisdom        

WAHMs NEW BOOK LAUNCH: One Woman's Journey from Mom to Successful Online Entrepreneur

Inspirational read about finding flexible income while focusing on family. See it on Amazon!    

Direct Sales: 10 Ways to Grow Your Party Plan Business Faster

1. Diversify your efforts. If you are hoping to book more, think outside your resources (network) and get into the community. There are many ways to do this – work alternative events to get leads (see #4). 2. Sell Retail – and Wholesale. Do you sell consistently to customers every month or two? Offer an automatic shipment program and a savings for a certain dollar amount. For example, if they spend $75 or more, they get a savings and maybe some free samples (or free shipping). 3. Sell your Work through Online Outlets. If you don’t have a personal blog or website and only sell through you corporate site, you are missing out on opportunities to sell, offer promotions, specials, etc. Make your customers’ buying experience personal by offering tips and advice for using your products (even video!). 4. Show Your Work in Alternative Spaces. Pop-up boutiques are common in many cities—search around and see if there are some you can work for the day or weekend…or band together with other l...

Home Party Plan Leads: How to work them for results

Working leads is part art; part science. First, are the leads good, quality and wanting to hear from you? Let's assume they are not. Let's assume you got your hands on some general leads. Now what? First, you have to contact them. We have found the best system for doing this and getting results is: 1. Email them and introduce yourself and tell them you go their lead information (be honest and upfront about how you found them and why you are contacting them) 2. Follow up with a phone call. If you get them, remind them about the email you sent. They may or not have seen it so let them know again how you found them, etc. If you get an answering machine, don't go into a long story. Be short and sweet:   Hello (name). I received your name as a possible future entrepreneur and business owner and I wanted to talk to you about your future business. If you are still interested in working for yourself, please call me. I have some very interesting things to tell you. ...

Work at Home Leads: Get Buzz Baby

" Online success needs one thing: Get your business seen by as many people every week as possible!" Serious Leads . Marketing Coaching . Guaranteed Traffic . Clicks to Your Site . Online Marketing . Google Page One . More! If you are in a small, medium or even home business, we can get you get amazing buzz and exposure ALL OVER GOOGLE!         What if, in the next 30 days, you saw your business DOUBLE?   Dear Entreprenuer, If you're in a home-based business, you need LEADS. You need TRAFFIC. You need people to know who you are and find you. Learn more about BUZZ BABY!