Question by lots o questions: Out of all home-based businesses such as Avon, Arbonne, etc. Which would you suggest has the most success?
I’ve recently been thinking of joining a home-based business. It would be nice to hear from anyone with experience or knows somebody with experience in this area. Is it worth it? What businesses are best?
Best answer:
Answer by centralmaineavonlady
I have been an Avon representative for two years and my success just keeps growing. Along with my growing list of customers I also meet people who want to become representatives which increases my earnings as I build my team. Avon allows you to put as little or as much time as you want and it fits in with your daily activities. If you would like more information about Avon please email me. I look forward to assisting you find the path that is best for you.
Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!
During the Great Depression do you know which companies survived? Alcohol, cigarettes, and cosmetics. Cosmetic businesses are recession proof because we sell consumable products. (Honestly, how many candles do you need?) I don’t mean to bash other companies but I want you to know about them before you get into them.
One of my good friends used to sell Mary Kay. Do you know how they work? The consultant buys the products at 50% off and when they sell it they mark it up 50% in order to make a profit! My friend felt bad charging her friends and family twice as much as she paid so she always gave them her discount so she never made any money. (Edit: did you see MK Lady’s answer?)
This same friend now sells Arbonne and so do I. In Arbonne the customers can get the same discount (35%) that the consultants have and the consultants still make money. And here’s another thing. If you go to the store and buy a jar of vaseline and leave it on your shelf for 6 years before you use it, it will still be like the first day you bought it. Do you know why? Preservatives. Recent research has shown that the preservatives (called parabens) in cosmetics are causing breast cancer because it is being masked as estrogen in the body. Arbonne uses less than 1% preservatives, which is just enough to keep it out of the refrigerator. My friend called Mary Kay to find out if they have parabens in their products. They said they cannot give out the ingredients! Now don’t you think that they would be more than happy to tell you if they did not use parabens? Arbonne offers complete ingredient lists online. Arbonne products are botanically based, pH correct, hypoallergenic, certified vegan, dermatologist tested, and never tested on animals.
Comment by cnm — June 30, 2010 @ 12:30 am
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Tuesday, October 21th Conference Call Schedule:
For all of the calls, dial 212.990.2300 pin number 1988# (can call with a cellular with national calls included)
1pm EDT…Tour Call
7pm EDT… Training Call
8pm EDT… Tour Call
10pm EDT..Tour Call
I work with my referrals helping them grow their own business. I hold weekly meetings for my referrals and the guests of my referrals but if you want to discuss this over the phone or set up a meeting I will be more than happy to help you.
Next STE Meeting:
Date & Time: Thursday October 23rd at 6:30 PM
Location: Doral, FL 33178
RSVP: (305) 597-0923 confirmation is required. ask for details
Thank you for taking the time to read this message.
Sincerely,
Ana Rust
Broker
http://www.shoptoearn.net/easily
(305) 597-0923
Comment by coco16141 — June 30, 2010 @ 12:47 am
When you join Avon it is your business so you do what you choose to do with it as you please.
Personally for me it has been worth while. I am able to make $250 every 2 weeks in addition to my full time income.
Not sure if you are aware but now you can sign up to become a representative online plus it is only $10 to get started and you could sign up now online. Plus, with all the support that is available out there you should be able to make a great income.
If you do happen to be interested and are ready to get started just go to my website and click my name so that I could email you online application website information.
Hope that helped answer your question!
Comment by Determined Mom — June 30, 2010 @ 1:04 am
I have been a consultant with Mary Kay for 4 years. You’ll find after reviewing the profit levels that different home based businesses have, that Mary Kay has one of the highest – at 50% profit. I would be more than happy to send you some information on Mary Kay, so that you can compare notes with the information on other companies that you gather. My e-mail is: kymberleezimmer@marykay.com if you are interested.
Comment by MK Lady — June 30, 2010 @ 1:14 am
Hi there!!
First off I have found that you can’t sell something you don’t believe in! For example I hate Mary Kay (sorry if that offends anyone) there for I could never sell it! First off I would try all the lines and see what one you like the best! It’s a whole lot easier to sell something you like and love! I love Arbonne so it’s easy for me to sell it! If you just sell at retail you can get 35% to 80% profit! Plus you make commission on your down line! That’s a start!!
Another good one would be candles! I just found these candles and they are awesome! They are called Scentsy!! Here the gal I have order from web site! http://www.scentsy.com/keri
There are so many choices! Just make sure you look and make sure its something you can live with and stick too!! Good luck!!
Angie Arbonne Consultant
Comment by ~~ Angie~~ — June 30, 2010 @ 1:43 am
Arbonne is the best.
Great Products – Clients and Consultants will love them.
Great Training Plan – All Free and Tons of it!
Great Success Plan – See Success Plan online at http://www.arbonne.com
They have tons of information to look at online to review for yourself.
Simple Concept – No Parties unless that is what you like to do. Basically you shop each month for a few of your favorite products and teach others to do the same. Not spending any new money. Just redirecting the money you already spend to purchasing Arbonne Products. Bonus really nice products and Arbonne will pay you a referral check.
If you would like more information, please email me through my profile. I can answer your questions and give you any information you may need to make an informed decision.
Best wishes,
Karen
Comment by Karen H — June 30, 2010 @ 2:36 am
I have been a ditributor for Mia Bellas Candles for almost 4 years now. Great product with an awesome profit margin.
Check out http://www.Mia-Bellas-Candles.com for more information.
Comment by Jeffrey P — June 30, 2010 @ 3:02 am
I have to agree with the other Arbonne consultants. I am an Arbonne consultant and I love the product. I love the fact that we get to give our clients the same discount as we get. The compensation plan is amazing and it is only $29 to start your own business. No minimum to buy, no minimum to sell. It’s your business to do what you want with it. Check out my website at http://www.successfulhealth.myarbonne.com to learn more about our compensation plan and the wonderful business of Arbonne. Let me know if I can help. I would happy to send you more information on the company. Good luck on your decision.
Susan
Comment by Susan A — June 30, 2010 @ 4:02 am