Weekly Round Up July 31...

Thank you for coming back to visit, Have you signed up for my newsletter to receive business and blogging tips? the sign up box is on the right. OK July is now over and we are wondering in to the last month of summer vacation.   School is starting for our kids soon, Wow the time has just flown by this summer.  Another summer almost over.  At least things are going smoothly which makes these days go easier for us all to...

Direct Sales Business Tasks: Money Making Activity...

There are so many aspects in running a successful direct sales business; it can get overwhelming if you let it. Do you find yourself continually running out of time and not getting anywhere in your business? If so, you are probably spending your time on “time suckers” instead of money making activities. How do we know what activities are time wasters and what are money making activities? I knew you were going to ask so...

Couch to 5k Exercise Plan...

It’s no secret that running is a highly beneficial form of exercise. It provides a great workout for weight loss, toning and cardiac health. But many of us can’t run across the front yard without getting winded. This often leads to the mistaken belief that we just can’t be successful runners. The truth is, almost anyone who can walk can run for exercise. Those of us who are out of shape just need to build...

Games & Giveaways: Can They Really Increase Y...

The answer to this question could be yes and it could be no. Don’t you just love that clear cut answer?! Well let me explain why games and giveaways can benefit your business or how they can hurt your business. The types of games we’re talking about here are the ones you play at your shows. For example, some consultants play games or offer giveaways at their shows for the person who drove the farthest, brought the most...

Weekly Round Up July 24...

Hello and welcome to another fun week of Weekly Round up.  Just loving this warm weather and enjoying the water activities. As the days go by it does seem that Summer won’t end however maybe its the small part of me that don’t want it to end because of the fun and relaxation.  Ok and a little of the not having to wake at 630 in the morning. If this is your first visit for Weekly Round Up things are pretty...

8 Ideas for Getting Your Direct Sales Bookings to ...

Alright! You have 12 shows scheduled in your date book or on your calendar. That’s awesome! Three of them are scheduled for this week and 2 are scheduled for the following week. You’ve got four the week after that and the other three are scattered across the following month. I know you’re worried about all of them holding and need some suggestions and ideas about how to keep your hostesses motivated and excited about...

How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft...

Identity theft has become a national epidemic. Thieves are coming up with newer ways to defraud people every day. With identity theft, the offender can be so subtle that you may not even know you have been violated for several months. Here are a few ways to make the likelihood of becoming a victim of identity theft likely. Don’t give out personal or financial information unless necessary. This includes store...