Becoming the 3%

Are you ready to become your own boss thru Direct Sales ???

2016-03-28T21:41:00.001-07:00

Direct sales is all about building relationships! ( face to face ) These Businesses can be profitable .. but they do take work! You have to research various companies to find the one that is best for you. ( Look for a Business that you are passionate about, or one that is low risk & low overhead. ) 1. I think it is important to LOVE the products you sell or the services you provide. The Product is one part of owning your own Businesses ... the other side is the Business Opportunity it offers to those who may want to join your team. 2. Finding a Product, Service or Company that you are PASSIONATE about. Being enthusiastic about a product/ service can me contagious ... others want to know more or jump on board to have the same experience. Passion allows you to SHARE not SELL!! 3. What does it cost to join? 4. Monthly minimums. What kind of personal sales volume is required? 5. Compensation Plan. Each direct sales plan is different, and it's important to look over the fine print. What is the commission rate and how is it paid? How are you awarded for recruiting others? How does the company handle breakaways? 6. Control. How much control do you have over the way you build and promote your business? Ask to see the company "rule book" before signing on. 7. Support. What kind of support networks are in place? How involved in the business is your up line? (Is your up line able to answer the questions in this article, for example?) How quickly does he/she return phone calls and emails? 8. Advertising. What kind of advertising and promotion does the company deem acceptable? Most companies have rules for the way their logo and trademarks are represented, both online and off. 9. Accessibility. Does the company offer exclusive products? Also, take a look at the level of saturation in your particular market. A newer company that offers quality products may hold a lot of promise in your particular industry. 10. E-commerce. Does the company have an e-commerce option? Many direct sales companies are now offering replicated websites so each representative can promote an individual online presence. A few direct sales companies even have shopping carts alongside these websites so you can make sales online, too, with the product dropshipped from the home office. Take your time researching your options. When you have found the company that's right for you, you'll know it.

Your Business is like a plant .. it needs to be fed to grow

2014-01-05T21:29:00.000-08:00

Setting goals for 2014 ... setting them in 2014 isn't the best time to start.. it should have been something started month ago. But perhaps better late then never. My Scentsy Business has definitely taken a back seat. I seem to run into many Scentsy consultants who report that they have dropped out. Why?? Not getting customers interested in hosting parties, Difficult to get into a craft / trade show, difficult to find people interested in the Business opportunity ... how do you sell the Business Opportunity when the Business is not thriving for you. What is the failure ... the Business or the Business Owner. I LOVE the products Scentsy Offers ... I am a very happy customer ... I want to be a very happy Business Owner. Time to set some goals and give my Business some time and a chance to grow. If you don't feed it .. it will die !! Goal number one: Spend 3 days a week learning about Scentsy Products & Business. Scentsy Corporate office has provided a massive amount of information & training material for consultants. I will also make time to learn from others .. those that have been successful in Multi Level Marketing. I KNOW FROM FIRST HAND .. I LOVE THE PRODUCTS SO MUCH THAT I WANT EVERYONE TO EXPERIENCE IT. If I was not a consultant ... I would continue to share this with others. So ... I have one of the main ingredients already and making my business a success .. I LOVE THE PRODUCTS, I LOVE THE COMPANY. Scentsy really does sell it self once you have a product experience .. THAT IS THE Problem .. getting people to have the product experience .. AND NOT LET COST BE AN ISSUE. I think the cost for the products are fair. I have found too often people at trade events .. LOVE THE PRODUCTS .. but do not want to pay ... every body wants things for nothing ... CHEAP. Scentsy IS AFFORDABLE to all income levels. You can not put a price on the experience that you can have with the products. Scentsy is far more than just having your home, office smell nice. You are creating such a wonderful place that is inviting .. evokes memories. Time to figure out a way to share my passion for this Business and product. Time to feed my Business and see if I can make it grow. WISH ME LUCK !! AND FEEL FREE TO SHARE YOUR STORY AND ADVICE.

Happy New year .... Let's welcome 2014

2014-01-03T20:28:00.001-08:00

The end of 2013 should be a time of reflection ... and to be used to start the New Year on a positive & successful path. If you do not take the time to look back at what you did well and where you need to improve or refocus ... then you may continue to travel in the same direction. Which may or may not be what you want. If you have not done so yet ... reflect and plan your route for 2014. Are you driving the vehicle or are you just a passenger??? Where are you right now?? Where do you want to go in 2014?? How are you going to get there?? Start with a small goal that is achievable to move you in the direction you desire, and as hurdles come up .. look at your route and reposition as needed. REMEMBER ... SEEK HELP .. You do not have to do this alone .. find a mentor and ask for support .. advice along the way. WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR 2014?? What do you need to achieve them?

Knowledge + Action = RESULTS BETTER RESULTS FOR 2014

2013-11-27T20:57:00.002-08:00

I went to a seminar last night ( Colin Sprake )_ MYM Make Your Mark thought I journal some key points: Networking, Going to seminars etc.. Meeting QUALITY people make your Business. Learning & Retaining Business keys : Your Business should have a SYSTEM & You should be Focused. THOUGHTS control your ACTION If you believe ( THOUGHTS ) that December ( for example ) is a slow month .. no productivity. Then it will be. If you What to make December or any month more successful .. then get creative. What can you do to make each month productive .. what can I do to make it better than last year. " NO SUCH THING AS A QUIET MONTH ... JUST A QUIET MINDSET " Be creative, think outside the box and plan ahead !! Set weekly, monthly, quarterly goals for your Business and personal life. What are you going to do differently this year than you did last year. CHANGE = DIFFERENT RESULTS. You have to WORK your Business. Success doesn't just fall into your lap, you have to make it happen. What are the problems .. and find solutions. It takes creativity to make money !! Start looking for solutions. MAKE 2014 YOUR BEST YEAR EVER!! VISION : Where are you going to be at the end of 2014?? FOCUS = RESULTS WRITTEN GOALS / BE SPECIFIC Must take ACTION to get RESULTS. Negative feedback in your Business is an opportunity to MAKE YOUR BUSINESS Better. It is an opportunity to change .. GROW. ( BECOME GREAT ). WHO YOU ARE FORMULA : LM LIFE MISSION CV CORE VALUES SG SACRED GIFTS SK SKILLS TA TALENTS These define who YOU are. OWN YOUR GREATNESS AND IMPACT OTHERS. Decide & take action in making all areas of your Life & Business to the next level. IF YOU LOVE WHAT YOU DO .. LIFE IS EASY !! You can achieve anything .. the only limitations are your thoughts. YOUR THOUGHTS = RESULTS. What can you do more positively to make your Life & Business a SUCCESS!

Product Experience

2012-10-15T20:23:00.001-07:00

Scentsy is a sensory product, which means it needs to be SEEN & SMELLED for it to Sell. This means as a Bunisess, it is our job as Consultants to brand ourselves and introduce everyone we meet to Scentsy. We certainly do have something for the entire family. In order to introduce people to Scetnsy .. you really have to get out and about. Host a Basket or Home Party, Fundraisers, Craft Events, Give samples away .... do on line Parties. Be creative. Join various Meet up or Networking Groups. It's not always easy, and we often have to break out of our own comfort levels, but as a Scentsy Customers as well as Scentsy Consultant, just share your own stories. Why you love the products & the Business. How and where you use Scentsy. Your love and passion for Scentsy will shine thru and you will find it easy once you just speak from the heart. Your not trying to sell any one anything .. you are just sharing your experience and that alone, will make people what to have their own experience with Scentsy as well ... You are just the vehicle to get them there. Every ounce of effort and hard work gets you closer to the main goal. Nothing happens over night but every single party you host, every new recruit you get and new customer you earn is another step closer to YOUR hard earned success. If YOU would like a product experience to see what all the fuss is about with what Scentsy has to offer to you. Send me an email, with your information a and I would be thrilled to send you some information & sample. email me directly: abholdings@shaw.ca

Adapt or Perish?

2012-10-07T14:35:00.000-07:00

Secret of survival is to embrace change, and to adapt. " All things fall and are built again, and those who build them again are happy. by W.B Yeats 2012 is coming to an end, this is the perfect time to reflect on your Business and see where you are, what have you done in 2012 that worked or didn't work. Look at your successes, and failures. What can you do to make 2013 better. Are you willing to do the work and adapt to changes required to keep your Business moving forward or will you PERISH?? We have heard it time and again .. but have not actually sat down to apply this: GOAL SETTING! Make just a few goals between now and Dec 31. Make sure your goals are realistic. Set a schedule of what actions need to happen, and a time line by when? Once you have completed these items, and achieved the goal, on time .. you will feel empowered to continue the proces .. EXPANDING your goals and reaching further from your grasp knowing that you will make the necessary steps to accomplish them.

How to give your Customers an excellent experience?

2012-09-30T20:53:00.002-07:00

Customer Service is very important, I not only am thrilled with introducing a Wonderful Product to a new customer .. I am excited for that customer to try my products and pray that they love the items just as much as I do .. or if possible, even more. Next I am hoping that my new customers will remember me, the next time they are having to purchase a gift .. shop thru me first, aside from the wide variety of products Scentsy offers .. but I am convenient .. no more trying to figure out: What to Buy? Lack of parking stalls at the mall, traffic, over-priced items etc.. Not only do I carry inventory that you will love, I will deliver it to you as well! Great customer service plus great products = Repeat Customer, Referals, Possible Recruit to build my team, and more importantly a Happy Customer who loves the products I provide. Along with all of that ... you build loyalty. I love that I have customers that only buy thru me, make sure to never let an existing customer feel that they are not valued or important because they have already purchased, and may have enough product to last a while .. they are important, and like to know that when or if a new items comes up, that you thought of them to share it with them .. or send them a free sample as a little gift to say you are thinking about them .. or make it personal ... I know you love the smell of Sandlewood, this is a new scent hat just came out and thought you might enjoy it. Finding NEW Customers is extremely important to your Business .. but don't forget your Core Customer Base!

Recruiting

2012-09-28T21:05:00.002-07:00

How do you build a team, your downline?? Is it just me or do others find this one of the hardest things to do. You don't just want a downline, you want people who are going to love the products, care about their customers and want to introduct Scentsy to everyone they meet. So, for all of you who have a Home Based Business, What struggles do you have? How have you built your downline ... What do you do to make your Business a success? Any advice would be appreciated.

Do something you love?

2012-09-27T20:11:00.000-07:00

I do love Scentsy! Before I become a consultant, I was a fan of Scentsy. I was interested in finding a Business that I could do on the side of my full time job. I didn't just want any Business ... I knew that selling water, vitamins, or Juice was not for me. Don't get me wrong .. there is nothing wrong with those products... I was just not passionate about them .. prehaps because I did not have a Product Experience. I did my homework before joing Scentsy. I researched the Company on line and found so many wonderful stories about the Business, Products and equally important about the owners. They have received many awards with the Direct Sellers Association, give lots to Charity .. and support their Consultants. I certainly loved what I was reading and loved the products that I had seen on line. I wanted to make sure the products looked just as good in person and for me I also wanted to see the the product packaging was just as good. I went to our local Womans Trade Show and there was a Scentsy Station .. I WAS HOOKED! The products & packaging top quality. I have never looked back. I have been a satisfied Customer & Consultant. What I find to be true for me .. is that Scenty brings back so many wonderful memories or experienced thru the amazing fragrances they have developed. I find so often that a customer is draw to a particular scentsy as it is a reminder of a grandparent, or something specific from childhood. I also find that the products are quite versatile, and if you are creative you will find additional uses for the products. Example : The Room Sprays are amazing as they are. But in winter, I live in boots. I like to give a little spray in my boot .. so when I am at a friends or families home, and I remove my boots .. I love the gentle smell of White Sands on my socks. So .. find something that you would like to do, that is just yours, or something you would like to do with a friend or as a family project. Find a product that you love, that you enjoy .. because it is human nature, that when you love something, or have a product that your really really like .. you want to share it and introduce others to it .. not because it is your Business .. but rather because you what others to enjoy it as you do. I wish you great success in your life, with what ever you decide to do.

Life Cycle

2012-09-25T23:24:00.001-07:00

Every Business has a life cycle ... so when the going gets tough .. pause before considering giving up. Things to consider. 1. Start Up Phase: New Product, Unkown, Unproven .. Your job is to get the word out, introduce people to your Business, to a New Product or Service. TALK TO EVERYONE! Spread the word. Create awareness. If you can, give samples to people to try .. we all like FREE things. 2. Tornado Phase: Your product or service has created a buzz. This is an exciting phase, people are starting to recognize your business, product or service .. your phone is ringing. The more people who know about your Business, Product or Service the better, as it brings a level of trust. Focus on a high level of Customer Service. Happy Customers return and tell others about their experience with you. During this phase of growth, think about ways you can grow your business and keep reaching out to find customers. 3. Main Street Phase: Important Phase ( Saturated Market vs Product Awareness ) People know about your product or service, they have purchased. You have to shift your mindset and do business differently. Get creative to bring in New Customers .. think outside the box, host a party, do some giveaways for New Clients or Referrals. Reach out, Network, ...get involved in your community. SALES CYCLES: Sales typically slow down in the " J " Month ( Jan, June, July ) Be innovative & creative to make those month better. Work your Business by making connections. Allow your customers to get to know you, as not just a Consultant but as a friend. See them as more than just a Customer, take an interest in them outside of the business. What will make you successful and allow your Business to grow will be the investment you make in knowing your business, great customer service and connecting with your customers on a personal level as well as professional.

Climbing the mountain ..

2012-09-22T18:49:00.001-07:00

From where I am standing .. the mountain is STEEP! The process of climbing it seems overwhelming ... impossible! Where & how do you begin to enter unchartered territory. Being an entrepreneur is certainly not for everyone, we all have different wants, needs. We ALL do have somethings in common .. we need an income. Why not take some control and create the income you want, you deserve. I mean it clearly is not going to come easy .. but if you work for it .. .. it just might come. I guess like everything else, the hardest part is getting started, taking that first step .. why??? I guess it is a mixture of reasons, Not knowing what to do or how to do it, not believing in yourself, thinking that success if for someone else not for you .. we CREATE so many road blocks to keep us in one spot .. to keep us stuck. Perhaps we have become comfortable being stuck .. I mean we know what to expect. What makes some people step out of the mud, and trust that they will land on a solid foundation .. and if not ... willing to accept the uncertainty that lays ahead if believe that the fruits of you labours will pay off. I guess the first part of your journey is to 1. Change your mindset .. be positive, you got yourself into the mess you may be in, so why can't you have faith, that you will also get yourself out of it. 2. Educate yourself: Read books on what you are working towards, learn from others, get a mentor, go to seminars .. the world is full of people walking the walk .. and thsey would be thrilled to share their journey with you .. and help you accomplish your dreams. 3. Proceed cautionously .. but proceed .. take the step, make goals, and re-evaluate your position often. Keep your finger on the pulse of your journey and make the necessary steps to reposition as needed. What are your successes? What advice do you have to help us take that step and steer our ship to success? What mistakes did you make that we can learn from? Look before you leap ----but, LEAP !!

To blog or not to blog .. that is the question??

2012-09-15T20:01:00.002-07:00

Clearly I have not made blogging a priority .. infact this is the first time in a long, long, long time to even open my blog. I have to say kudos to those who have made the time to do this consistantly. I am going to try. If you are a blogger that does this religiously, I would love to know how you do this? What got you into blogging, what do you blog about, and why?? For those like me .. what are your struggles? Tend to one, if you are like me you will not be able to answer that question because you will not see it .. your computer or blog will be off. Do help this blogger find her feet to get of the ground, what advice can you share.

What you put in .. you get out!

2010-08-17T21:28:00.000-07:00

Wow .. I can not believe that it has been over 4 month that I have taken the time to BLOG. I think I have been going about this all wrong. Thinking that I need something of value to share ... to say.

I am going to experiment with this Blog. I am going to attempt to treat this a a bit of a journal. I have to admit that I have not been making the effort this summer to advance my business. I have been doing well, but know I can be doing way better.

It is time to see just what I can do. It's not about winning or losing, but rather
how well I played the game. Did I give it my best.

At this point I am being a spectator at my own Business. Time to put in some effort and invest in making my Business move forward.

You know what they say ... " What ever you believe, is true "
If you believe that you will succeed .. IT IS TRUE !!
If you believe that you can't suceed .. IT IS TRUE !!

I believe that I can succeed .. so, lets begin.

Blog update ...

2010-04-04T18:55:00.000-07:00

It's been about 3 month since updating my blog ... what has happened?
As reported earlier, I did join Scentsy, and happily report I received my
first commission cheque 44 days later.

I am thrilled to be on this Business Journey. I am meeting new people
and introducing them to Scentsy in some form or fashion on a daily basis.

An interesting observation is that since starting Scentsy, I have re-awaken
my creativity. Constantly thinking about new ways to promote the Business.

This coming weekend I have an opportunity to show case Scentsy
at a local church fair. Wish me luck ... I hope this will open the door to
new clients, possible people who would like to join my team and/or folks
who would like to host an event.

I will keep you posted on how things are going.

Taking Action ...

2010-01-04T20:45:00.000-08:00

For month now I have been researching many Business Opportunities, and from the start I was very passionate about one. It was as they say " Love at first sight "
I have officially joined the Scentsy Canada team.

I am currently setting up my Website and when it is ready, you are most welcome to check out the products and the Business Opportunity if you are looking at taking some control of your financial future.

I am excited about this new adventure and invite you to join in on the fun.

Who's dreams are " you " working for?

2009-12-21T18:47:00.000-08:00

I attended a seminar the other night to learn more about the Home Business Opportunity. The speaker made some really good points, which I would like to share with you:

Your traditional job is just allowing you to get by, if that.
By JUST getting by, we allow ourselves to continue living life in the " Rat Race. "
Just doing the same thing over and over again and getting the same results.

Creating Financial diversity will provide you with options. How do you create financial diversity? Through Multiple Streams of income:
1. Real Estate ( Invest )
2. Paper Assets ( Stocks, Bonds .. )
3. Business Owner

The road to great wealth is having all three. But like everything else you need to crawl before you walk .. walk before you run.

If you really want to get ahead you have to do something "additional " to what you are currently doing.

My goal is to Start my Business in 2010, then leverage that Business to buy Real Estate.

It may not be easy and will require a commitment of time & some money but it is possible. Visualize a smowball rolling down a hill.
It starts off slow and small and gradually as the momentum builds and increases the snow ball gets bigger & bigger and faster & faster. This is true for any Business. You just have to be willing to work hard today and know that you will reap the rewards in time.

What is the alternative?

You are already " working " hard, but for someone else .. someone else's dreams, someone else's retirement. Why not focus and work hard on your dreams, your retirement, your families future. You can work as much or as little as you want.

The question is: Who's dreams do you want to work for?

Why MLM / Direct Sales ...

2009-12-16T08:44:00.000-08:00

I have been on a journey these past few years with personal & financial development.
Which means many seminars have been attended and many books read.

I do recommend that the first step is changing ones mindset / attitude. We often
limit ourselves on what we can or can not do. We separate ourselves from those who
what we refer to as being " successful " .. the 3%.

But what is the real difference between them and me????

Here are some of the differences:
They make decisions and take action.
They do things when they don't feel like it.
They have a positive attitude.
They don't let fear hold them back.
They don't get distracted.
They don't wait for an opportunity, they make the opportunity.
They are willing to do the work, stick to the plan and wait for the big payoff.

Most of us want to do something and receive the reward immediately.
We go to work and collect a pay check. But thay keeps us chained to our jobs.
No financial freedom, no flexability. No work = No check!!

We all have an opportunity if willing to take it, to learn from those who have gone before us.
We can do what the rich / successful do.

Investing in ourselves and in our Business.
Set a plan to do what ever is necessary to grow as a person, as a business owner and as
a distributor. Go to seminars, meet up groups & read books that will guide you on this journey.

The beauty of Direct Sales is:
You are the CEO of your Business
You do not need employees ( you can involve your family if you wish )
No rental or lease space is required
Many Tax Benefits
You can work as much or as often as you like
Your Business is open 24/7 ( Website )
Low Risk and Low Start Up Fees
You control how much or how little you earn

This is just some of the reasons why I have decided to Pursue Direct Sales.

Feel free to share your thoughts with me or join the journey.