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Entrepreneurship:  anyone have a 'party plan' business?  |
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marisa
Farmgirl in Training
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marisa
fort worth
texas
USA
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 Posted - Mar 15 2006 : 2:27:49 PM
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hello ladies!
i love reading posts here in the entreprenuership forum - you all are so crafty and inspiring. i'm hoping that one day when my kids are a little older (they are 4, 2 and almost 3 months) i will have the time to work on my own stuff - i have lots of designs for screenprinting children's clothes and fabrics. but for now, it's not realistic.
so, i've been signed up with usborne books for a couple years now, and if i'd stop getting pregnant ;) i could be more consistent with it. it's fun and a way to feel like i'm doing my own thing but manageable when i still have three little ones running afoot. i truly enjoy the books and love it when a hostess gets to pick out her free books for having a party - the kids love them.
Anyone else run one of these type of businesses?
marisa
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2006 : 7:38:58 PM
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hello, Marisa
Yes, I do. I'm a consultant with The Pampered Chef and I present cooking shows. I demonstrate a recipe for the host and her guests, encourage interaction with everyone by letting them try the tools and this provides the refreshments for her guests. I go pretty fast and this in itself provides plenty of entertainment, so we have lots of fun. :o) I don't know if you are familiar with The Pampered Chef or not, but the premise is the same for our hosts that they earn a generous amount of free kitchen products. We have a "store" of professional quality kitchen products and tools; anything from a simple little paring knife to executive restaurant-tested cookware, however our flagship product that we are best known for is our stoneware.
You are very wise for signing up as a demonstrator while your children are young and you can work your schedule around their needs and your desire of how much you want to or are willing to work. That's the beauty of doing a home buisness. That's one of the main reason I chose to go with Pampered Chef. It's an area that I love since I enjoy cooking, it allowed me to share the values of family meal time and quick and easy recipes and it gave me some extra income while I was single parenting 4 small children along side a full time job. I've loved it so much that now as a grandma and empty-nester, 9 years later, I'm still in business. Yes, I still am balancing a full time job, but my goals for being in business are different now and I think that's what keeps me going. Before I truly needed the extra money, now I want to grow a team and be in a management position so I can take this with me full-time to the farm and get rid of the full-time job.
I'm proud of you for doing something for yourself and your kids that you know will benefit the both of you. I'll sadly admit that I am only vaguely familiar with Osborne books. I've browsed through their catalog only once sometime ago at a vendor fair that I was also a vendor at, so time was limited in talking with a consultant. I've heard they are very good books, though. So if you love the product and it's something you would buy, then you will be a success in your efforts. I'll email you my address and you are welcome to send me a catalog. I'd love to look through one. And I'll do the same for you, if you are interested. Actually, I'll take a peek at your website in the mean time.
A kindred heart farmgirl, Kay, told me that being in business, whether it's homemade or not, it's still the business choice of a farmgirl and thought others would be supportive, too. So let everyone know as you chat and see where it takes you. I've also got my website as my signature. It's not a heavy-duty magnet to business, but I'm here when they need me and hopefully when others are looking for products of our businesses, they will remember where they saw it and let us (and the others) know, but one thing's for sure, no one will ever know if we don't let them know anything.
Blessings on your business and your growing bundle of love family as you work to be the best mama you can be and be there for them. You will be in my prayers.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
Edited by - FarrarFarmgirl on Mar 15 2006 7:43:40 PM |
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sillyfoulks
True Blue Farmgirl
164 Posts
Elizabeth
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Mar 16 2006 : 05:26:40 AM
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I have a few Pampered Chef pieces, and love them. I have had my stone's for over 8 yrs, and use them all the time. My potatoe peeler hasn't rusted! My can opener though, is cracking (the plastic handle). It is atleast 8 yrs old, and is used all the time. My question Lynda is does Pampered Chef warranty the product like Tupperware? If not that is okay, I have used it alot, and any other type would have needed replacing by now. I was just curious, & trying to save a buck.
Elizabeth
Not how long, but how well you have lived is the main thing.
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2006 : 07:20:05 AM
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Hi, Elizabeth,
You sound like you are very "seasoned" yourself with the Pampered Chef products. :o) That's what I like to hear. And great use of the stoneware for 8 years - you are a pro! As for our warranties, all of our products carry at least a one-year warranty, but there are many products that go beyond that. We have quite a few products with 5-year and Life-time warranties, I wish I had that number for you, but can't remember it off hand.
The can-opener has a 2-year warranty. You say yours is 8-years old, that's something to brag about. I would venture to guess that it is an older design, too. A few years ago, maybe in the last 3-5 years, they introduced a smooth edge can opener, which is the one with the 2-year warranty. I will have to say that it truly lives up to it's name; the lid and can are both smooth so no one gets cut handling any part of the can, nor do your scrapers get nicked up from cleaning it out.
I'll gladly replace your old can-opener and save you a buck, too, if you'd like. I'm very careful to respect the business of other consultants, so if you are working with someone that's great. I'm just glad to help you with the information, if that's all you need. If you don't have someone to keep you updated with The Pampered Chef, please let me know how I can be of service to you. In the meantime you have a most blessed day.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
PS - BTW, how far is Farmer City from St. Louis? Just curious. I think I've seen that name on tractor trailer trucks that carry the message reminding people about going to church on Sunday's. Does that sound right? Is there a trucking company in Farmer City? I've always thought if I ever go to that town, I wanted to find the company and thank them for the wonderful message they share.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
Edited by - FarrarFarmgirl on Mar 16 2006 07:41:31 AM |
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marisa
Farmgirl in Training
15 Posts
marisa
fort worth
texas
USA
15 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2006 : 09:42:19 AM
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| thanks for your very supportive post, lynda! i do love pampered chef products and once we find a house (we are selling ours and moving) i wanted to have a party. it's too bad i can't use you as a consultant!! |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2006 : 7:59:38 PM
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Oh, Kay, thank you so much for your order. You are a dear and I wish I were close enough to give you a great big hug! I'm privileged to be available to help you with your kitchen duties.
I'm with you, I can't wait for strawberry season to start and that little corer does get a work out. But don't let the strawberries have all the fun. Once those gems of garden-fresh tomatoes start coming in you can use it to prepare them for canning or just for slicing and eating at dinner. I'm sure there are lots more uses for it, but those are the two that I probably use the most.
I must confess, I love my business and I love it when I know that I have been able to make a difference for women whether they love to cook, don't care to cook or just have to cook, but for some reason, being able to share it with you ladies brings such joy to my heart; it's hard to describe. You just created a new height of fun for my business, Kay, I'm grinning from ear to ear. Imagine the fun we'd have at someone's show, if it was all farmgirls. What a vision, I'm absolutely tickled at just the thought.
I am humbled by God's provision and blessed by your business. Thank you so much, Kay.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
Edited by - FarrarFarmgirl on Mar 16 2006 8:43:57 PM |
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2006 : 8:42:19 PM
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Originally posted by marisa
thanks for your very supportive post, lynda! i do love pampered chef products and once we find a house (we are selling ours and moving) i wanted to have a party. it's too bad i can't use you as a consultant!!
You are most welcome, Marisa. And I KNOW I'd love to have you as a host! I have deep seeded passion as to why I am so happy for you choosing to stay home with your children(I posted about it on another thread in response to a young mom's struggle in deciding whether to stay at home or work outside.) #1 reason, it is a divinely called position and God has given you 3 lovely reasons to be there. I love to give hugs and my arms are stretched as wide as they can go trying to send you one.
In regard to me being a consultant for you, actually I can, if you do not already have a consultant that you work with. I'd love to answer your questions, pass along recipes and share quick tips with you. It would be great!
Having a show is one of the best ways to show off a new house, not to mention fun. I had a lady contact me just last week to do that very thing, she's moving next week and wants to host a cooking demo so everyone come over to see the house and to stock her new kitchen with all the tools she loves for FREE.
Just because you're in TX and I'm in MO doesn't mean you can't do the same - at least get the FREE products. I have traveled 100 miles one-way on numerous occassions to do a show (am doing that tomorrow after our granddaughter is born at 1:30pm - I am so excited!), I have yet to drive as far as TX, although that would be a great reason to go.  I have only the boundary of a kitchen - wherever it is located - to share Pampered Chef tools. What would you think about doing a catalog show? All that means is you pass around the catalogs, let everyone get the things they want and need and then you get to pick the free, discounted, and half-price things you love. The bare minimum would be only $150 in orders and you choose $15 worth of products for yourself free (S/H is free for you, too). It's that simple. Of course the amount of Free items go up with the total of your orders, but that will get you started.
Everything can be set up online, it is so easy to do. If you would like more information or are really interested (and it sounds like you are), email me your contact information and I'll gladly give you (or anyone else) a call and go over the details more thoroughly. I think you will be amazed and your kitchen and family will thank you, too.
As I read your post again, it sounds like you really enjoy doing what you are doing and that is wonderful, but your creative fabric and clothing inspirations sound really fun, too. What a gift. I can't wait to see what your ideas are, I enjoy sewing, to AND I make aprons. Which just happens to be my "uniform." I love it!
I'll look forward to hearing from you and getting to know you even more; your children, your big move, your dreams and your farmgirl ways. Blessings to you always.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2006 : 12:14:09 PM
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Watkins has a party plan that is called "Good Tastings". Watkins vanilla and cinnamon are world-famous and I personally think they are the best I have ever tasted. The products really sell themselves, and Watkins is a name that has been around for over 150 years- the first company to offer a money-back guarantee. The plan works very similarly to a Pampered Chef or Tupperware or other party plan products. I personally do not do parties because I work full time, but I understand that Watkins associates who do are very successful with it. There is more information available on my web site and if anyone is interested in becoming a Watkins consultant I can help them with that. P.S. If you sign up as a a customer on my web site I send a sample pack to new customers.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
Visit my web site store at http://www.watkinsonline.com/fish or my homepage at http://home.earthlink.net/~brightmeadow |
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marisa
Farmgirl in Training
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marisa
fort worth
texas
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2006 : 11:20:29 AM
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| thanks brenda for sharing information about your business! i had not heard of the watkins party plan and it looks like they have some great products!! |
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HorseyNut
True Blue Farmgirl
78 Posts
Allena
MO
USA
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Posted - Mar 28 2006 : 11:42:34 AM
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I have a Tupperware business, but so far I haven't done as well as I could. It isn't the products, it's that I don't know how to get people to have a party, I don't know very many people. These products are really good, and I use mine all the time.
How do you drum up the starting parties Lynda? I know if I just get a few I will get more, but how to start?
I have a website:
http://my.tupperware.com/ALLENAJACKSON" target="_blank"> br / http://my.tupperware.com/ALLENAJACKSON
Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do...but how much love we put in that action. - Mother Teresa |
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 30 2006 : 1:28:08 PM
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HI, Allena,
I could not get the pop-up window to send you an email to come up. I was going to write you a quick note just to let you know that I have read your post and have been thinking of some ideas for you that I have tried and that others in our group use. I'm at work right now, so I will get back to the forum a little later tonight and see what I can come up with that might be of help to you.
I did take a look around on your website and it's very nice. Makes me realize how long it's been since I've looked at a Tupperware book. Love the online catalog! To be very honest, I don't even know of anyone who sells Tupperware and I know lots of independant consultants for different companies. Matter of fact it's probably been years since I've even heard of anyone having a show in this area. That doesn't mean they aren't being held, just not by anyone I know. I wonder if the fact that you can buy Tupperware in Target or at the mall has an impact on people wanting to do shows in their home.
I do like your online party set-up. We don't have that specifically set up on our website although you can easily do one online with the tools available to the hosts. I always list all my hosts on my website so they can take advantage of those resources whether they decide to do a catalog, cooking show or online show.
I'll talk with you more a little later on. Have a blessed rest of the day.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
330 Posts |
Posted - Mar 31 2006 : 06:19:44 AM
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hello again, Allena,
Let me say up front, I'm no expert and am still learning myself. I'm always looking for something new or better to do to keep my business fresh. But I'm always glad to share what has helped me in the hopes that it will help you be successful, too.
So, here is what I have tried and for the most has been working - when applied. :o) Unfortunately, not everyone is going to respond as you would like; however there will be times the most unlikely person that you thought would host a show becomes one of your best hosts. So my first advice would be to ask everyone, don't leave anyone out. Let them be the one to decide if they would like to be a host or not. In The Pampered Chef whether we hear it at conference or in our cluster, the saying goes, "Just Ask." Basically it becomes a numbers game. The statistics are that 1 out of 10 will say yes. So a "no" is not necessarily a bad thing because it's one closer to a "yes".
What does your answering machine message say? You can always say on there, "And don't foret to ask me what's new in Tupperware."
Promote your monthly specials or sales like crazy, make sure people know that you think they are the best things since sliced bread.
Something that I do alot is attend vendor fairs or home shows as expenses will allow. Some places I understand are way too expensive, but maybe if it's a show that you really want to participate in, share the cost with a few demonstrators or split it among your team. Doing a vendor fair or home show is a great way to get your name out there and sometimes generate shows. You put your name into the hand of lots of people, you get a chance to talk with complete strangers which takes you out of the "family & friends" circle. And the people who attend these events expect to be asked about hosting or buying or whatever the business or product is at the booths. Even if you get only one or two definite bookings from the fair, that's one or two that you didn't have and a whole new audience. I always have a drawing and I usually offer a "FREE show" as a "booking gift." The reason for that is you get the chance to talk with the interested person one on one and those who are really interested are the ones that are more likely to sign up instead of kids or those who just want "something or anything" for free - which is fine, but it's a sorting technique. For an attendance prize I offer a gift certificate as opposed to a specific item. This way you will get more people interested and won't deter anyone from signing up because "they already have that product."
Another way to create interest is to wear your business. Do you have T-shirts, hats, bags, stickers, window clings, jackets, pins, etc. to wear? I have had people come up to me in the parking lot and ask for a catalog or give me an order because they saw my window cling.
Promote fund-raisers among your kid's sports teams and school activities or with others. Does Tupperware participate in any social charities? Target groups that are also familiar with that particular charity to see if you can partner with them.
It's yard sale time - yeah! If you have a yard sale, set up a table with a product display and literature. A couple years ago I did this and gave out lots of catalogs and one show packet. It was so wonderful. It was a group of ladies (sisters and mom) and they saw the display and said, "Hey, why not, let's do it." That turned out to be a $1,200 show - from my yard sale.
Have you let everyone you know that you are a Tupperware demonstrator? Leave catalogs with those you do business with or who do services for you. Since I do alot of mailing of packets and such, the lady at the post office asked me for a catalog, I left one with the guy at the UPS store, I've taken them into the bank and to my hair stylist. Certainly, not everyone has booked a show, but they have my name.
In the fall I sell pumpkins in my front yard, everyone who buys a pumpkin gets a Pampered Chef recipe using pumpkin and a catalog and business card. I always tell them, at my house the kids aren't the only one who get a treat; because I hand out treat bags for the kids when they pick out their pumpkin.
You might want to consider offering a referral bonus - something small or a $5 credit on their next order. When someone refers your name to another person and they book a show. I just had that happen, it was wonderful to get an email from someone you have no idea who it is and then as you read along find out they want to book a show.
And my most recent connection was with a telemarketer. Yes, believe it or not. I received a call at home from a local mortgage company to see "how they could help me." As I spoke with the gentleman he was telling me how that job just "dropped in his lap." So I told him that I have a job that I could drop in his lap, too. He was curious and asked about it, so I told him that I am a consultant with the Pampered Chef and that I would be glad to share some information with him. We are meeting this Sunday to go over the materials I sent to him. He is 20 years old and just moved here from North Carolina 4 months ago for his current job. And if he decides the business is not for him, I'm going to at least ask him to host a show. His girlfriend is here in town with him and it will be a great way for them to meet more people.
The key is to talk to everyone as you go through your daily routines. As you can see the examples that I shared with you were from situations that I encountered; I didn't go out of the way to find them. Another thing; it is highly recommended that you follow up within 24-48 hours with any contact you make, so that you capture their excitement or satisfy their curiosity immediately. So that means you must always try to get their contact information. And never leave home without them - catalogs &/or business cards. I can't tell you how many times someone has asked me if I have a catalog and I go to look and there is none. I don't do that any longer and make sure there is an order form tucked inside.
You may be familiar with this practice through Tupperware, but the first thing we do when training new consultants is have them make a list of 100. That's a list of 100 people who are prospective customers: acquaintences, family, friends, church members, kids friends, neighbors, co-workers, teachers, spouses co-workers, exercise class friends, bible study members, anyone looking for a part-time job, anyone who loves to cook or wants it to be easier in the kitchen. Even seasoned demonstrators/consultants are encouraged to do this when they hit a slump in their business, create a new list of 100 and then work on it. This one can include past hosts or go back through your drawing slips to see if there is anyone you overlooked. Then you can make customer care calls to them.
Bottom line is to just keep trying. It also helps to decide why you are doing the business, are you in it for a hobby or to make money? That will also help you be more comfortable with your level of business conducted. If you are a hobbiest, then one show a week or 2-4 shows a month maybe all you are interested in and if that's the case, then you are meeting your goals.
However, if you are wanting to make some money, then you need to sit down and figure out how many shows it will take to make the amount of money you need. When you have that figured out then you will know how hard you need to work to meet that goal. And then work on the mind-set that it is a job. One that you enjoy, can set your own schedule and one where you can work part-time for full-time pay, but you still have to work.
Personally, I am transitioning from hobbyist to job, so I try to do at least 6 shows a month and sometimes I do less, that's just the nature of the business. I am also concentrating on building my team so that I can promote to director this summer. So I in addition to asking about doing shows, I also am sharing the business opportunity. I need to have 3 more people to reach that goal. (so if you ever want to switch, I'm here to help.) In regard to shows, I could do more, but I also work full-time and have other outside interests and obligations. My director does 13-15 shows a month, this is her full-time job. She was a nurse, quit that about 6 years ago to do Pampered Chef full-time and now makes 3x her nurses salary and is responsible for the mortgage of their new home they just built. It's very possible to make your business work for you, and that's the beauty of being in business for yourself is to work it the way you want, but work it. Just remember you can't compare yourself with anyone but yourself. I could get depressed really fast if I looked at my director and thought my business was a failure becuase it's not as good or full as hers, but her goals are not my goals. As long as you are meeting the goals that you set for yourself, then you will always be successful in your business whether that's doing 1-2 shows a month or 1-2 shows a week.
Well, I certainly can get on a roll with this. I have to thank you for asking, this is good training for me as I am working towards directorship and want to be a good leader for my team. Practice makes perfect, as my grandmother used to always say. Normally, I would apologize for such a lenghty post, but if this can help you or anyone else in anyway with your business endeavors, I'm glad that I could help.
I pray God will be your guide and bless all your business endeavors as you seek to move forward in making your Tupperware business what you want it to be.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
www.pamperedchef.biz/lorenzfamilycooks |
Edited by - FarrarFarmgirl on Mar 31 2006 06:30:21 AM |
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medievalcat
True Blue Farmgirl
256 Posts
Cynthia
White County
Arkansas
USA
256 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2010 : 11:12:53 AM
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Thank you Lynda for the all the great information. I'm thinking about starting Tomboy Tools here where I live..there are already a few Pampered Chefs, jewelry, and other type of 'party' sales. I work full time and have my hands full after work but I'm hoping that by selling Tomboy Tools I will have enough money to really treat my family to a good Christmas and buy some items I'm drooling over on MJF's website..with all the information you provided I feel so much more comfortable about getting out there and finding hostesses! A list of 100 sounds like a lot but I'm going to see if I can reach that number.
Thank you again so much and thank you Marisa for asking your great question.
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countrygal56
True Blue Farmgirl
221 Posts
Barbara
Dickson
Tennessee
USA
221 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2010 : 12:22:18 PM
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I'm a brand new Avon Representative. A co-worker helped me get started, she has decided to stop selling due to moving into a new house. What I like about Avon is the products, especially Skin So Soft. Both my husband and I really like it. He is so allergic to so many things, and Avon seems to be something he isn't allergic to. I can do Avon as a Party, online and in person-one on one. So it is flexible.
Barb
http://barbaralucore.etsy.com
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marjean
True Blue Farmgirl
3857 Posts
Marsha
Deltona
FL
USA
3857 Posts |
Posted - Oct 17 2010 : 4:08:18 PM
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My goodness this thread was started in 2006! How in the world did it pop up again. lol Anyway, I signed up with Watkins from another farmgirl and just think their products are the best ever! I am going to have my first Watkins Tasting party in my home since I can't go out and do parties anymore like I did in the past with Tupperware. I get all my business via online and from Watkins referal program. I sell Fuller Brush also and promote it via mail and when someone purchases from my etsy shop or Listia I include a sample and brochure. That has gotten me a few customers as well.
I have several specials going on right now and contests for Watkins and Fuller Brush under marketplace and this thread. If you'd like to enter just make a purchase.
Farmgirl sister #308
handmade cards, vintage organizer bags and more at www.jeanpatchbymk.etsy.com
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www.fullerdirect.com
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Penny Wise
True Blue Farmgirl
1903 Posts
Margo
Elyria
OH
USA
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Posted - Oct 19 2010 : 3:01:04 PM
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Originally posted by HorseyNut
I have a Tupperware business, but so far I haven't done as well as I could. It isn't the products, it's that I don't know how to get people to have a party, I don't know very many people. These products are really good, and I use mine all the time.
How do you drum up the starting parties Lynda? I know if I just get a few I will get more, but how to start?
I have a website:
http://my.tupperware.com/ALLENAJACKSON" target="_blank"> br / http://my.tupperware.com/ALLENAJACKSON
Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do...but how much love we put in that action. - Mother Teresa
put a bunch of game goodies and recipes in a pretty basket -big bow etc--dress for a party - grab another tupperware person- and go park in a parking lot of a big grocery or shopping center--not too close to the doors--put up balloons or something to get ppl to see your car/van...then one of you go up toward -but not AT- the doors- as folks come out offer them a gift if they go to the car with the balloons and enter a drawing for free tupperware (pick something from your kit or and decorate with a ribbon or something!)- then the person at the ballooned car - should be you- gives them a paper with space for name address phone number email --trade them a game goody or recipe when they give you the paper filled out for drawing--after you go home- draw a name and call them as winner- the others (and the winner) all become prospective parties- call or email and try to book a party- i loved being a tupperware lady when my kids were lil and i even had a manager car!
good luck to you!
Farmgirl # 2139
~*~ counting my pennies and biding my time; my dreams are adding up!~*~ |
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Bevb
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Bev
Moscow
ID
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - Oct 21 2010 : 4:34:59 PM
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I am just starting a Tomboy Tools business - will let you know how it goes.
It just seems more "me" than the other party-type things!
Bev
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herb19355
True Blue Farmgirl
321 Posts
Debi
Danielsville,
GA
USA
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Posted - Oct 22 2010 : 08:44:18 AM
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I am a Tomboy Tool consultant here in GA ~ and I have to say I love the product and the company. I love the extra money and flexability direct sales offers ~ and was a Mary Kay consultant for many years. Unfortunately when I moved to GA, it appears that everyone her is a MK Consultant, is related to a MK Consultant or goes to church with a MK Consultant ! so I needed to look for a new business. Currently there are only a handful of Tomboy Tool consultants in GA so it is a new market and the products are great ~ especially with the recession and everyone watching pennies. One of the things we do at the parties is to actually teach you how to use the tools. (I even have a sample toilet I take around to show how to work on your own plumbing) It is fun!
Send me a email off line if you would like more information or visit our webiste at www.tomboytools.com to check out our products. (Make a note to look at the hammer and picture perfect level) Drop me a line if you would like to place an order and I will give you my consultant number.
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Oct 22 2010 : 09:34:19 AM
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Hey Barbara, I just ordered some Avon stuff from your website! Thanks for being a rep!
Sherone
Farmgirl Sister #1682
My Blog - www.annapearlsattic.blogspot.com
Etsy Store - www.annapearlsattic.etsy.com
Women are angels. When someone breaks our wings, we just jump on our broomsticks and fly! We are flexible that way! |
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Oct 22 2010 : 09:36:02 AM
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Next month, gonna order tupperware. I need stuff! :o)
Sherone
Farmgirl Sister #1682
My Blog - www.annapearlsattic.blogspot.com
Etsy Store - www.annapearlsattic.etsy.com
Women are angels. When someone breaks our wings, we just jump on our broomsticks and fly! We are flexible that way! |
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Okie Farm Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
1674 Posts
Mary Beth
McLoud
Oklahoma
USA
1674 Posts |
Posted - Nov 10 2010 : 06:00:51 AM
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I have a business that just sort of evolved by itself! I manufacture my own creation called The Oklahoma Pastry Cloth™ and that moved into other Made In Oklahoma products and also gift baskets. That moved into kitchen products and organic items. I have a heart for teaching women to get back into the kitchen to learn baking and canning skills and so I was volunteering to teach cooking classes in various churches or groups and that moved into home parties. I offer 5 types of parties based on what I am demonstrating and the favorite one seems to be the Tea Party where they are pampered with real glassware luncheon sets, teapots full of various teas for tasting and samples of the chocolates and other mixes. I do a demonstration on how to make scones from scratch as well as with one of the mixes and how to make lemon curd from scratch, all of which they get to chow down on while they browse the catalog! :-) I am trying to figure out how to have others do demonstrations for me so that I am not spread so thin. I am in the process of working on a "consultant" plan. Anybody got any suggestions based on what you do with tupperware, Pampered Chef, etc?
You can view the blog at the link below by clicking on the "blog" tab.
Mary Beth
www.OklahomaPastryCloth.com
The Sovereign Lord is my strength - Habakkuk 3:19 |
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chicken necker
True Blue Farmgirl
509 Posts
Sherry
Eastern Shore
Maryland
USA
509 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2011 : 12:37:02 PM
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I am so glad I scrolled through the topics and from this thread. Wow, the wealth of information is just what I needed. A friend of mine has been trying to convince me to join her in "Celebrating Home" business. I was thinking of Pampered Chef more since I have gone to culinary school. Now it actually seemed doable. Thanks ladies!
FarmGirl Sister #123
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pnickols
True Blue Farmgirl
808 Posts
Patricia
Parma
Ohio
808 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2011 : 12:49:36 PM
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| have looked into direct sales stuff, everyone here seems to do pampered chef or avon, wondered about a company called shure pets...all per products and stuff, anyone heard of it ? |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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nv2kenu
Farmgirl in Training
14 Posts
Natasha
Ontario
Canada
14 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2011 : 11:06:51 AM
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Some great information on here. Thanks for sharing. Makes one motivated to get out there and do something.
I have been involved with Miessence for some time. I have decided that this is the year to make things happen. Hopefully I can get the ball rolling before the birth of my 3rd child. Seems something always comes up to delay my move forward in this business, but I am hoping that I can keep plugging away and get the job done.
Thanks again. You can view my website (found in signature), and let me know what you think. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.
Take care!
Natasha
Pure, Potent, Fresh Organics
Visit: www.GrailOrganics.weebly.com
for Certified Organic skin, hair, body, and more!
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Entrepreneurship: anyone have a 'party plan' business? |
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anyone have a 'party plan' business?
