by Melody on July 7, 2011
Word of mouth is perhaps one of the most effective marketing tactics. When one person tells another person about a positive experience they’ve had with a company it leaves a lasting effect. Word-of-mouth endorsements help give your business credibility. They give your prospective customer a bit of extra confidence about your business. Additionally, because many [...]
by Melody on July 4, 2011
I’ve read whole lot of articles and I’ve never seen the issue of jealously among direct sellers and the green eyed monster addressed. Maybe people are avoiding the topic because it has a negative spin. However, it is something you should be aware of and prepared for as you become more successful in your direct [...]
by Melody on July 2, 2011
I’ve been spending more time on FaceBook lately and the way I use it has really changed quite dramatically since I first became a member of this social networking site. As a direct sales consultant I’ve discovered FaceBook is a wonderful way to connect with my team members, my customers and business leads. Here’s why [...]
by Melody on April 2, 2010
As an Independent Watkins Associate there are so many rewarding aspects of my business. I enjoy the precious people I meet, watching my team members blossom, working at home, the monthly income and most recently my excellent vacation in Hawaii with my family! How could an all expense paid, luxury vacation not be excellent? So [...]
by Melody on September 28, 2009
The problem with many small business owners is that when they get started they’re all gung-ho and working hard, but after they reach some disappointment, they lose sight of their vision and often stop trying as hard and peter out. To run a successful business, it is essential to keep your vision alive. The first [...]
by Melody on September 26, 2009
If you go into any large, successful company and look at their employee materials, somewhere you’ll probably find a vision statement, or some similar form of guidance or goals for the company. That’s because a vision statement is one of the most important things a company can have. When you think about a long race [...]
by Melody on September 16, 2009
If you have no other reason for self-development, technology is it. Technology is changing constantly, and if you’re not up to date, you’re probably going to be left behind. Even if you choose not to use what’s available, you need to be knowledgeable to keep up with your marketing methods and to figure out how [...]
by Melody on August 24, 2009
When your first start your own direct sales business your excitement and enthusiasm really gets you going, but it becomes a lot harder to keep yourself going when things get a bit more challenging. Following are ten tips to help you stay committed to your direct selling business. Bookmark to: Hide Sites
by Melody on August 12, 2009
Your direct selling business can be a great way to gain freedom and flexibility, however many consultants find self-motivation can be one of their biggest road blocks. The key to succeeding as your own boss in your direct sales business is simple, you have to act like the boss! The boss is someone who drives [...]
by Melody on June 26, 2009
You may be wondering how you can use your blog to market your products or services. Perhaps you’ve heard that blogging is a great way to connect with your target market and prospects on a new level. This is because a blog enable you to have a more personal interaction with your audience. Using a [...]