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Avon Representative - Is This The Right Business For You? |
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Written by Chris Gatenby
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Wednesday, 30 April 2008 08:41 |
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Avon products sell well because the brand name and the company has a solid reputation. Considered to be one of the better multilevel marketing firms in the world, Avon is well known and respected.
by ChrisGatenby
Avon products sell well because the brand name and the company has a solid reputation. Considered to be one of the better multilevel marketing firms in the world, Avon is well known and respected.
Launched in 1886, this mega-company sells some fabulous beauty and related products in markets in 144 countries around the world, and is still one of the fastest growing companies in the global market with annual sales of over $8 billion, making it the largest direct sales company in the world.
This is a great opportunity to earn money, with a very nominal investment. Avon cosmetics sales give their female representatives independence and an income of their own. The company has become a grassroots symbol of empowerment and opportunity for women everywhere. The first representative started over 120 years ago. Today there are over 5 million Avon representatives.
Called "Avon ladies" since the '50's, the self-employed beauty consultants may be trained as representatives or as beauty advisors. They can work from home in door-to-door sales territories established near their homes, call on friends, family, or professional associates. This is a direct sales company and sells thru catalogs, and on the internet. Each representative may now post an Avon store website to take and process orders.
Those interested in becoming an Avon representative will need to be at least eighteen years old, have spare time to dedicate to their business, like to meet people and be self starters. The company recommends that you contact any active representative to inquire. You may be referred to a District Manager if the person you first contacted is not a Leadership representative. During your initial encounters you will learn about the company procedures and business opportunity. If you choose to join, you then buy your initial kit which cost about twenty dollars and includes some supplies to get you started on your marketing.
Most people tend to think of Avon cosmetics when they hear the name but the product line is much more diverse these days and includes jewelry, accessories, apparel items, gifts, candles and seasonal products. Even the cosmetic line is diversified with numerous lines within it. Popular names include Anew, Advance Techniques, Mark and Skin-So-Soft.
Your earnings depend on your sales ability. Repeat customers are the key to steady business while prospecting for new clients. Your business will also grow by introducing other potential representatives to the company and the opportunity it provides. Commissions range from 20-25 percent.
Another company to consider in the cosmetics arena is Mary Kay. If you would like to have a product line with broader appeal, you might also consider Xocai Healthy Chocolate where you market chocolate products that are an antioxidant supplement and actually good for your health. Everyone seems to love chocolate.
As in any other MLM or home based business, the only limitations on your earning potential are those you put in place. Your goals and your business plan and your desire to be a successful, self-employed individual can make the Avon business work for you.
About the Author:
Chris Gatenby endorses Xocai Healthy Chocolate and GBG as two great home business opportunities positioned to benefit from the growth in health and nutrition as the baby boomers enter their 50's and beyond. |
