The economy hasn’t had a negative impact on my Watkins business, on the contrary my sales have never been better and most of my team members (ie: the ones who are active) are noticing the same trend. Melody

What’s so great about direct sales? Most direct sales businesses can be run from the comfort of your own home. You don’t have to punch a time clock or work a certain number of hours per day but you do need to show up for work consistently. Your schedule for your business is totally up to you. I’ll be honest here, the size of your profits is directly proportional to how hard you are willing to work. Especially in the first year or two while you are getting established.

As such, the control of the entire business is in your hands. Because of the freedom and flexibility if offers, more and more people are taking the plunge into direct sales. Here are a few of the reasons why:

Flexible hours – you work when you want
Part time or full time – you work as much or as little as you want
Simple business plan
Unlimited earning potential
Low start up and overhead costs
Flexible marketing options
Fun to do
No experience required
Reasonably priced products

It certainly may seem like a win-win situation and it can be. You’ll invest less than $500 initially for supplies to get started. This is far less than it costs to purchase a franchise for example, which requires an investment of around $50,000 just to get started.

Direct sales companies offer their sales associates a number of incentives to start and build a business with them. Keep in mind, not all direct sales businesses are the same and some companies are not on the up and up, so do your due diligence before you decide to join one.

The direct selling companies that are well established, have been around for a number of years and are known for their business integrity offer great benefits to anyone who is willing to work hard:

Fair compensation programs
Opportunity to meet new people
Earn free products
Earn free travel
Ability to advance or move up in the company

When money is an issue, who can argue with a type of business venture that wants to see you succeed? Your success is tied in with the company’s and your sponsor or upline’s business as a whole. Ultimately, your success is their success so look for a company and sponsor who offers you the training and support you need to succeed. As you get the word out about your business and the products, more and more people are likely to do business with you.

The possibilities with Watkins excited me. “What if I gave it a try, could I achieve some success?” I discovered the answer is a definite, yes! I now enjoy a nice income every month from my Watkins business. I have advanced up the compensation plan, earned several all expense paid luxury vacations and other free goodies all for doing something I love. Melody

For parents, people who have been laid off from their job or are on a fixed income, a direct sales business can be the answer to their prayers. Your business can supplement your current income or even replace your income from a full time job. While you are working or trying to find a job, you can still be earning money as you sell the products in your spare time. What can you do about the economy? You could find that direct selling is where you want to be.

I realize, direct selling may not be a business that everyone feels comfortable with. If you don’t like meeting new people or talking to a lot of people at one time, then maybe another business idea could work better for you. But, for outgoing, ambitious people, direct selling highlights their best character features.

You’ll discover as a business owner, your confidence level goes up. You are in charge of your own destiny and it feels really good. With each sale, you’ll get a little bolder and more strategic in finding and keeping your customers. When that happens you’ll have been bitten by the entrepreneurial bug!

Direct sales offers an opportunity for the regular Joe, an ordinary person just like you to take more control of their financial situation and their life. Don’t let the economy control your life, take control of it yourself. If you need extra money or a new career choice, maybe it’s time to consider direct sales? Check out the Watkins business opportunity and see if it would be a good fit for you.

Melody Thacker jumps out of bed every morning, excited about the bright shiny new day, and the endless possibilities it holds. Her passion is helping others with her direct sales business.

The Economy Sucks What Can You Do About It?

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Direct sales companies have been using free samples as a promotion method for many years and continue to do so to this day. Costco and other grocery stores often offer food samples to their shoppers as a way to increase sales. You’ve probably seen sample in magazines as well, for the same reason. “Samples sell!” It’s funny, but a natural reaction that many people are hesitant to try new things. However, if you offer them a free sample you can help alleviate any worries they may have. Once they try your product and realize they like it, they will usually become a regular customer.

Party plan and sampling go hand in hand, so having a demonstration that allows potential customers to get involved, taste, smell, touch and try out your products will allow the guests at these events to get hands-on experience. Once someone tries or touches an item, it is easier for them to imagine themselves using and enjoying the benefits of it on a regular basis. This proven method can definitely increase your sales.

You can also use a free sample to motivate people to order from you or increase the size of their order. For example, if you sell Watkins products, you could offer a free sample of a dip mix, a lotion, soup mix, or a spice with each order. Offer a bigger sample for a bigger order. You may also include one or two sample-sized products when you give your repeat customer their order. Give them a product to try that they haven’t ordered before. You can also include samples in your catalogs or other promotional materials.

While it is true that some people will take your samples yet have no interest in ever becoming a paying customer. A good number of people may enjoy your products so much that they become steady, loyal customers. Samples sell for you, make the small investment as they are an excellent way to promote your direct sales business and increase your sales.

Melody Thacker jumps out of bed every morning, excited about the bright shiny new day, and the endless possibilities it holds. Her passion is helping others with her direct sales business.

Samples Sell Are You Using Them In Your Direct Sales Business?

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