The Flexability of Direct Selling

If you want to start your own business but don’t have business experience, a product or service to offer, and limited capital, then direct selling, with its proven system for success, might be the ideal opportunity.

 

For over 100 years, direct selling companies have offered individuals the ability to purchase products at wholesale prices and earn a profit by selling them at retail prices. Most direct selling companies also allow representatives to earn a commission by introducing new sales reps to the business.

 

With a direct selling business you can join an industry where business is booming and there is plenty of room at the top. Direct selling, also known as network marketing, is a $32 billion industry in the US alone. The millions of network marketers determine for themselves how much they want to work, what they want to market, when they want to move up the ladder and how far they want to climb.

 

Direct selling offers a proven sales system. Most companies offer high quality sales materials so there is no need to create your own material. There are many opportunities to start a business for under $500. All you need to do is decide what you are passionate about and seek an opportunity in that area.

 

For a small sign up fee, new reps receive access to training, marketing materials, discounts on products and sample products to show and sell. You can set up an office anywhere in your home with a laptop and a telephone. Low overhead and minimal inventory make direct selling businesses affordable.

 

The flexibility to work around a full time job or family schedule is a huge benefit. Because each representative is an independent contractor there is no set schedule or required number of hours. The average part-time representative devotes 5 to 15 hours a week to their business.

 

Direct selling is a results driven industry. While some in the business earn millions, it is more common for direct sellers to use their business to earn extra cash each month to pay for vacations, private school, dinners out, college expenses, cars, etc.

 

By building a team of people who are excited about their product and telling others about the opportunity, direct sellers are able to leverage their time and maximize their income. By capitalizing on their whole team’s effort, a direct seller can devote 10 hours a week to their business while 10 other people also devote 10 hours a week to their businesses, the team leader earns commission off of 110 hours of effort. It also means that the business has the potential to grow even while the team leader is on vacation.

 

Building a team definitely makes financial sense but there are other intangible rewards as well. The friendships developed with team members and the experience of helping others improve their personal and financial lives are often as meaningful as the monetary rewards.

 

Direct sellers are also faced with a number of personal growth issues. One must overcome daily “comfort zone” challenges in order to grow personally and professionally.

 

While direct selling is a fabulous opportunity there are some common pitfalls to avoid.

1. Beware of the “once in a lifetime” opportunities. A real business opportunity should be there for the long haul. Check out the company with the Direct Selling Association (www.dsa.org).
2. Don’t jump on the bandwagon unless it is going the direction you want to go. It is important to find a business or service you are passionate about. Donald Trump said, “Without passion, great success is hard to come by.”
3. Don’t give up too soon. Building any business takes time. If you want to earn millions, that potential exists but you must be willing to work for it. Direct selling success is about consistent and effective efforts over time.

 

After all is said, direct selling is one of the best opportunities available for the average American seeking to have a better life. Whether you want to earn an extra $200 a month, $2000 a month, or $20,000 a month, there is an opportunity out there for you. Take time to have a look.

 

I offer a Mia Bella Candle Business that I think is a fabulous opportunity. Check out my web site at www.LexiaCandleScents.com for all the details. I also offer success training for individuals in any marketing industry. Information on this training can be found at www.MLMExperts.com .

 

When you take the time to look, you will find that there are opportunities available in almost any arena imaginable.

 

I wish you a fabulous journey into business ownership.