Choosing A Direct Sales Company

WAHMs have the ability to make money through any of the hundreds of direct sales companies. These businesses allow you to stay home with your children and make money at the same time. A person in the direct sales business is actually an independent contractor for which their chosen company. You sell the products or services and in exchange you receive a discount. The income generated is because of this discount. The seller makes the difference between what the customers are charged and price that the seller actually paid. It is also normal to receive commissions from the sales of other people that you have recruited to sell for the company as well.

A direct sales company is often an affordable way to stay at home while staring their own small business. For most direct sales companies the starter kits can be purchased for a low fee, usually $100-200. Several companies also provide an opportunity to earn their starter kits for free. Starting a traditional retail store can easily run into thousands of dollars.

Being in direct sales also allows you more flexibility and freedom in your schedule than other businesses allow for. It's completely up to you to decide when you hold your parties or demonstrations. Do you only work weekends? Are Sundays completely out of the question? It's you decision. There isn't any boss telling you when to work. The amount of income you can earn is also directly related to how much time and effort you want to put into it. Want to make more money? Then hold more parties!

Many direct sales companies also offer the opportunity to network with other sellers in the company. They often offer weekly meetings to help you network with others, stay motivated, and generate new ideas to help your business grow.

The person that recruited you will also be there help you. They can provide advice, tips and tools to help you get your business off the ground. It's also essential to have great people skills. Having good people skills and providing high customer service will be a major contributor to your sales. Since you'll be an independent sales representative you also need to be organized. It's up to you to track all of your sales, commissions and taxes.

It's also up to do you do all your own party scheduling. Whether it's trade shows, parties, demonstrations you need to all the work yourself. You'll also have to make sure to follow up with customers and keep them informed of any upcoming sales or events.

So now that you've decided to venture into direct sales, you need to choose the right company for you to work with. A good place to start with one that you already have experience with and know the products. Also be sure to pick a product you like. You'll be a better sales person if you are enthusiastic and knowledgeable about what your offering.

You need to give your choice a lot of thought before you decide. Whichever one you choose to build your business through it will be your name, time and money that is at stake. Research any company you are considering thoroughly. Be sure to sign with a direct sales company has a trusted name.

Whatever you do, don't let a sponsor pressure you into signing right away. Make sure you ask lots of questions and learn everything you can before signing on the dotted line. Things to that you need to research include the commission structure, how the products are sold and distributed, monthly minimums, and startup costs. Other questions to ask will about what the starter pack costs and its contents. Be sure to find out about any possible incentives that can reduce the kits costs. Also find out if there are any other start up items that you need that won't be included in the kit such as catalogs or if you need to carry any additional inventory. It's extremely important to under the companies ordering and delivery system.

The Internet is a great research resource to use. Go online and find out what other people that have worked with this direct sales company before have to say as well the customers. Be sure to avoid ones that have a lot of negative comments. Other resources to look include the Federal Trade Commission and Better Business Bureau. These governmental agencies are there to provide consumers with information relating to the trustworthiness of any company.

In the end it's up to you to choose the right company for your business needs. Choose one that offers products you love and that you love to share.