Direct Sales Party Plans: 7 Questions to Ask Before You Join

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Ask your Direct Sales Representative:

1. How Has It Worked For You? If this is a viable and lucrative option, what evidence do you have of that? You don't need to ask them for their pay slip or tax return but if its for real there must be some way that they can show you how they have been rewarded for achieving goals within the company.

2. How Does Your Up Line Do? Ask how the team as whole functions. Is the team leader an experienced employee within the company? Is the team motivated at goal-setting meetings, and do they achieve the desired sales and other targets?

3. What can you tell me about the company? The lifespan and success of the direct sales company are things you need to know about. When did they start up? Being new isn't necessarily a problem, as long as the product is good and will sell. Coming into a dynamic company early on can be great for the business owner. Find out how well thought of the company is, in the area it does its business or, if selling is internet-based, online.

4. Is there a website for the company? Will I be able to market online in my own business? Direct sales companies haven't all taken to enlarging their market share by selling online. If you want to sell beyond the local area see how this might fit in with the company website and systems. Check whether orders placed online by customers you've found will still earn you commission.

Questions Only You Can Answer:

5. Do I believe in the product I'll be selling? Fake enthusiasm and a good line in sales talk will only take you so far. Lack of faith in your product will show through and it will have an impact on your sales. People easily pick up on insincerity or lack of interest and if you can't give a good answer to the question "Why should I buy this product?" then you're not likely to achieve highly.

6. Is this work right for my life? Will it allow you to spend time with family at the times that they need you to be there? If you value work-life balance, is this going to be a job that always comes first and leaves you fitting in your life around the edges of it?

7. What start up expenses should I budget for? Different companies will require you to put up different amounts. If you have to carry a specified amount of inventory or buy a starter kit make certain it's worth the investment. It's good if you get some marketing materials for your money. If the amount you're asked to put in substantial you will need to think about the hard work that may be necessary to make your money back. Not all companies actually include products to sell in the start up costs. A company that includes these in your start up purchase is giving the better deal.

Choosing the company that's right for you will be easier if you the answers you're given to these questions are the answers you want to hear. Once you've found your ideal company it's all down to dedicated hard work if you want to be successful. If you don't get encouraging answers, or if it seems too good to be true, that could also be a problem. It might be smart to keep looking for a company that offers what you need and want and that is right for your lifestyle - there's bound to be one if you keep looking.


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