The greater benefits - party plan
There are a number of benefits to becoming a distributor with a direct
seller. Commonly referred to as a “party plan consultant”, many Mums
are finding this is a great way to fund their financial freedom and
realise their true potential.
Flexibility
The first and foremost benefit gained from becoming
a distributor is flexibility. Mums seek a more flexible means to earn
an income. Unlike some positions of employment, with direct selling
you get as much as you are prepared to put in. The flexibility offered
by the direct selling industry allows parents to better balance working
life and family commitments. In fact some distributors of the direct
selling industry have found the role of a distributor flexible enough
they are able to sustain full time employment as well as successfully
fulfil the role of a distributor.
Role Model
Some distributors have acknowledged, becoming a distributor has
provided a great training ground for their children. Parents have
claimed because their children have seen their parents at work as a
distributor, they have had the opportunity to impart their
entrepreneurial flair. Teaching their children money skills, people
skills, business management, and more importantly, life skills.
Personal Development
The direct selling community offers great opportunities for personal
development and education. Many direct selling companies particularly
members of the DSAA, provide on going training to their distributors.
The direct selling industry offers everyone the opportunity to reach
their fullest potential irrespective of their current level of
education, employment history and so on. Everyone has the same
opportunity to be successful in the direct selling industry and vastly
improve there skill set. This is a substantial benefit for anyone who
may feel prejudice due to his or her level of education, job title, or
past experience. In the direct selling industry these are not the
deciding factors in how successful people will be.
Budding Entrepreneurs
For entrepreneurs who always dreamed of owning their own business,
direct selling provides the greatest opportunity to create your own
empire. For many the dream of owning and operating their own business
is just a dream, prohibited from realising their ambitions due to the
substantial capital investment involved in starting a business. Direct
selling provides a great solution for those who have always aspired to
create their own wealth.
Recognition
The recognition distributors receive through the direct selling
industry is a significant difference between employers and the direct
selling industry. Unlike some paid employment positions the direct
selling industry offers their distributors significant rewards for a
job well done. Such rewards include world trips and news cars.
Psychological benefits
On another level the direct selling industry offers psychological
benefits. Distributors often cite they have gained confidence and
self-esteem through their success in the direct selling industry. It
is an important benefit not often immediately associated with the
direct selling industry and one worthy of discussion. Some
distributors have attributed their success in the direct selling
industry to saving their relationships with their partners. Citing the
increase in confidence and self-esteem as a result of their success has
directly impacted on their emotional well being, spilling over to
positively benefit their relationships.
Financial Position
The direct selling industry offers a great opportunity to improve your
financial position. The direct selling industry allows distributors the
opportunity to earn as much as they are prepared to work for. Unlike
paid employment, a distributors potential to earn is only limited to
the effort and hard work they themselves are prepared to undertake.
This would be one of the more significant benefits of the direct
selling industry compensation is directly proportionally to your
determination to succeed and your work ethic.
Succession Planning
The direct selling industry offers even greater benefits for families.
Some members of the industry have created highly valuable income
streams and networks they are able to successfully pass on to their own
children. The direct selling industry provides the opportunity for
distributors to strategise and implement a succession plan that will
ensure the established income stream stays within the family. Apart
from owning a business there are few opportunities where parents can
successfully pass on a viable income stream to their children.
Security
The direct selling industry offers a higher level of security and
longevity. In a world where employment positions are disposable and
redundancies a common by product of business strategy, the ability to
be in control of your earning capacity is a comforting sense of
security. The direct selling industry allows distributors the
potential to earn as much as they are prepared to work for.
Distributors are not readily dismissed for poor performance they simply
receive proportionally according to their level of input.
Community
The members of the direct selling industry provide their distributors
with a sense of belonging and community. Many direct sellers provide on
going workshops, facilitate opportunities for distributors to together
and also provide distributors with the opportunity to provide ongoing
feedback. Distributors are encouraged to contribute to the direction of
the business they are affiliated with, allowing distributors the chance
to make suggestions and provide their opinion has helped many direct
sellers create a strong sense of family and connectivity for their
distributors.
There are many resources available to further your interest in the direct selling industry, please refer to the links below.
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Party Plan Australia,
this site provides an number of excellent of articles for those
considering becoming a party plan hostess and those already operating
as a hostess.
Following are a number of well-known and reputable businesses who
provide individuals with the opportunity to enter into the party plan
business. Please note there are many “untrustworthy” businesses out
their, make sure you do your own research into the business: its
reputation, past history and potential future before signing up. You
may wish to visit the site of
Australia’s Direct Selling Association to find out more about the opportunity you are considering.
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The following is a number of very reputable businesses who operate on a party plan basis.
Enjo Australia
ENJO
produce cleaning products which save on time, money and provide health
and environmental benefits. Enjo claim to reduce the use of chemical
cleaners by up to 90%, they reduce water consumption by not needing to
rinse surfaces free of cleaners, and reduce landfill by reducing
packaging.
Intimo Lingerie
INTIMO was launched in Melbourne, September 1995 as a direct
marketing company offering a Collection of high quality designer
lingerie and an attractive business opportunity for Australian women.
An Intimo Consultancy offers unlimited growth and income potential and
a flexible lifestyle that allows you to balance work, family and
personal life. Intimo is dedicated to the success of our Consultants
and provides a network of support and resources allowing you to be in
business for yourself but not by yourself.
Avon
AVON - The company for women. Avon is the largest direct selling
beauty company in the world. We are a truly international company,
operating in over 150 countries world-wide, through a network of over 5
million independent Sales Representatives.
Diva Cosmetics
DIVA Cosmetics is an Australian owned aromatherapy company. Diva
create products infused with pure essential oils, natural fruit, plant
and botanical extracts to create treatments that harmonise and
invigorate body and mind. Diva is sold nationally through 250 party
plan consultants all over Australia.
The Body Shop
The Body Shop opened their first store in Australia in July 1983 in
Melbourne. Since then, they have grown to 70 stores located in every
state and territory. The Body Shop is famous for its products, the
look of its stores and its great customer service. You can now join
The Body Shop At Home Team. Being a Body Shop Consultant and building
your own home-based business is fun, financially rewarding and
personally stimulating.
Pash Parties
PASH
is a new Australian party plan, catalogue and web-based business
selling sensual, sexy products that stimulate body and mind. At Pash
you'll find an exciting array of sensual, sexy products and information
that will stimulate your (and your partners) body and mind - have a
PASH Party (it's the ultimate girls' night in!).
Tupperware
Take a closer look at Tupperware, it's the most fun you can have
making serious money. As an independent Tupperware Demonstrator,
you're in control of your own time and income level. And when you're
ready to step up, the sky's the limit. You can become a Tupperware
Manager, Executive Manager, Executive Director, even a Distributor -
virtually operating your own independent franchise.
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