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How to Create Good Word of Mouth

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 [...]

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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 [...]

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Try New Things!

by Melody on December 30, 2009

In life, there is one constant: change. Around us the world is constantly changing. Everything is in a constant state of flux: fashion, architecture, technology, and most of all – business. While some people have been successful by sticking with the same old thing, it’s a pretty short list. If you look at yourself and [...]

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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

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How to Coach Yourself For Direct Sales Success

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 [...]

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Direct sales involves selling products to customers without having to have a retail store and invest in a large inventory. While the potential for profit is enormous, so are the dangers if you haven’t done your homework. To help you with that, the following are some of the pros and con of direct sales. The [...]

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The Economy Sucks What Can You Do About It?

by Melody on January 23, 2009

Yes, the economy sucks! And you are probably wondering, “What can you do about it? There is a lot you can do actually, and the first thing is to not give up. In these unstable economic times, no one can be sure what will happen to them. The reality is you could be working today [...]

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Have you heard? A new social networking site for direct sales consultants called Direct Selling Live.com and my favorite direct sales learning resource the DSWA have joined together to search for the World’s Greatest Direct Selling Leader and they want to hear from you! The “World’s Greatest Direct Selling Leader” contest provides you with a [...]

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Three reasons why I love attending Watkins Business Conference! First, it’s my annual get-a-way. I stay in a five star hotel, often for free. I eat first class meals and don’t have to cook, or do dishes! I get to dress up in my “good clothes.” I get to visit interesting places like; Vancouver BC, [...]

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Are you tired of stepping over boxes or searching through box after box to find your products? It’s a common problem many direct sellers face when they need to stock products for public events, party plan or as a convenience for their customers. Where to put all your inventory and keep track of it? Here [...]

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