I still feel a thrill when I go off to meet friends and clients in the middle of the afternoon, leaving my home where I just spent a couple of hour’s blogging, making graphics, putting orders together – which always feels like I’m wrapping gifts! – or maybe just reading, having coffee with my husband and definitely not clock- watching.
So today was pretty much a typical day, meeting a friend to discuss products – mine and hers; Charlene works with Forever Living – and enjoying our time over a latte. Because this is what you have with network marketing YOUR OWN TIME, to choose your working day. Do you like to work 12 hours in one sitting? Go ahead, no manager is going to send you home but neither are they going to be overjoyed about you spending the afternoon reading on a beach if you have a 9 to 5 job!
Network marketing is the fastest growing business model in the world.
Everyone has the same opportunity, the same level playing field, to promote and grow their business and you can choose the level you want – what job allows you to do that? The ability to work from home, even in another country with your laptop and around the needs of your family is a huge draw for many people. Spending time with your babies and not missing any of the landmarks because you were stuck in a cubicle or commuting, being able to spend time with friends and team mates will have a huge impact – not just on you but everyone around you. When I first joined Scentsy in Spain, the most noticeable thing, from my husband’s point of view, was that I wasn’t stressed looking and seemed genuinely happy!
Now for the Type A personalities among you this is awesome news! Have you ever worked anywhere and realised that you could run the company in a better, more efficient way? Did all your efforts result in more money at the end of the month? Sure, maybe you got a bonus and it’s always great to be acknowledged for your hard work but in the end it’s someone else’s company.
With the economic crisis still taking a toll on people around the world and the fear of unemployment in previously safe job areas, direct selling may be the answer. It allows people to be retrained while they pursue something new. It gives people an opportunity when no one else will. A recent report from the Wall Street Journal makes interesting reading and will give you a good background into the business.
A lot of people have found great new careers, more out of necessity than design, and there are lots of success stories out there.
The beauty and simplicity of direct selling is that with your own immediate network, and now thanks to technology, the ability to work worldwide, the sky is literally the limit. Technology is available to us all at home and is even better than what you may get working for a large company, with massive overheads and outdated computers and technology. But in our homes we have the best tools with our iPads, smart phones, Skype and other technologies needed to run a home-based business; all available to us at very affordable costs. With low overheads, no retail or rental expenses, marketing and advertising expenditures can be really minimal, it may be the best way to sell goods.
One of the aspects I love about network marketing is the philanthropic angle to it. Whether it’s a worldwide charitable foundation or regularly supporting existing
charities, and more local ones, the ability to give back is huge.
It’s so important to choose a product or service that makes your heart beat just that little bit faster. Mine beat a whole lot faster when I saw my first Scentsy catalogue but it may not be for you, so do your research and find the perfect fit.
So what are the best points of setting up your own business?
Be Your Own Boss – you are in complete control of how you invest your time and how you go about building your business.
Save Time and Money – as an independent business owner, you purchase the products you love at discounts and you operate all activities from your home.
Expand Your Circle of Friends – business opportunities are based on building relationships. When building a direct selling business, customers and other team members become important.
Be Recognized and Rewarded for Achievement – it’s not every day that an adult receives praise for an effort well done, but direct selling companies recognize and reward their independent business owners through bonuses, trips and prizes.
Build Income – you have the potential to create incomes beyond those earned from personal selling, through your teams.
How should you proceed if you want to start your own business?
Well the first thing to consider is what you’re interested in; do you have interests in good health, design, technology, and lifestyle? Consider what your passion is,
What would you feel happy and enthusiastic working with that wouldn’t feel like work?
Speak with lots of network marketers and ask as many questions as you can think of, go to their parties and presentations, it’s a whole different ballgame when you’re surrounded by people in a party environment. Will it fit in with your lifestyle? How will it impact your family’s wellbeing?
All I can tell you is it will change your life.
Having a focused commitment in your work life will create more focus in your personal life and result in a rewarding level of personal and financial development.
Warm wishes and positive thoughts to you!