Work at Home Resources: Direct Sales Companies

Here is a list of some (there are so many more beyond this list!) direct sales companies that are fairly well-known and seem to be among the more popular ones:

10 Direct Sales Companies That Are so Not Tupperware

Interested in Direct Sales but not so much Tupperware or Avon? Check out these 10 companies and products:

1.) Dove Chocolate Discoveries (http://www.dove-chocolate-discoveries.com)

2.) Stella Dot (http://home.stelladot.com)

3.) Wine Shop at Home (http://www.wineshopathome.com/)

4.) Athena's Home Novelties (http://www.athenashn.com/webhtml/home.asp)

5.) Stampin Up' (http://www.stampinup.com/)

6.) Shure Pets (http://www.shurepets.com/)

7.) Maddy Moo Creations (http://www.maddymoo.com/shop/)

8.) Essential Bodywear (http://www.essentialbodywear.com/)

9. The Clever Container Co. (http://www.clevercontainer.com/)

10. The Pampered Chef (http://www.pamperedchef.com/)

Work At Home for ibw-books.com

I was recently contacted by ibw-books.com to review their interactive books designed to help children develop their reading skills. The books use the Interactive Book-Webscene (IBW) story telling process. At the end of each chapter in a book, there is a weblink. Children can visit the link to watch animations called webscenes.

My kids loved the books they received to review, and getting to watch the animated scenes at the end of each chapter was like a treat -- they couldn't wait until we finished reading to go online and watch the webscenes. If you would like to read a bit more about our experience with the IBW books, you can visit my other site, and enter the giveaway to win $60 worth of interactive books yourself!

But what I really wanted to share here on wannabe a wahm, is that IBW has a program for Book Sellers Program, where IBW Book Sellers can make money introducing the innovative multimedia IBW books the same day they host a party.

Your commissions come directly from the payments customers pay you on the day of a party, or whenever you sell a book. You take your share before you send in the orders to IBW. And this is not a direct selling program where you are also trying to have others sign up under you--no recruiting and no sharing commissions.

And of course, how you choose to run your IBW Book Seller business is up to you. Parties are not required at all. It is your business to run the way you like.

So if you are looking at Direct Selling as a business to have from home, take a look at the IBW Book Seller Program and see if it could work for you. Just a note here also--I am personally not a part of the program, and am not trying to "recruit" anyone. I just love the books, and wanted to pass on this work at home opportunity!

Thinking of Trying Direct Selling to Make Extra Money?

Direct Selling is a definite work at home resource that many moms (and Dads) swear by when it comes to maing extra income. Although I have come across many a mom that does so well with their direct marketing businesses that the income is much more than "supplemental."

I personally have not ever had the true desire/motivation to venture into the Direct Sales approach to earning an income: I just am not the outgoing strong personality that I believe is needed for this business. Not to say I haven't considered it, and still check out opportunities from time to time. But for all the moms and dads that are considering joining a company's direct selling program, here are a some questions you should ask the company you are considering signing up with:

First, is the company a member of the Direct Selling Association? The dsa.org is an association of companies that manufacture and distribute goods sold directly to consumers.

Second, will you need to invest any money to get started? Many times companies require you to purchase a starter pack, which includes training materials and product samples. These packs will be various in prices, with some being more affordable than others. Make sure you'll be able to return unused products if you decide not to continue.

Make sure you understand what training will be offered and required upfront. Will you need to travel for training sessions? If so, will you be reimbursed for travel expenses? Will there be support online or via phone when you need it?

Also. you will want to know exactly how you will be paid. Some companies will pay commission only while others may use a commission/salary plan. And many companies may have a commission plan where you will be paid not only for your sales, but you will also earn a commission on sales made by sellers whom you recruit. These sellers, known as your "downline," will be responsibility to manage. The larger your downline, the larger your paycheck. But you need to have time for recruiting and managing your downline, as well as handling your own business.

Finally, you will want to talk with current sales representatives and ask them how much money they make, how many hours they work, and if they have any complaints. The more you know about the job, the better you'll be able to decide if it will be something you will enjoy doing, and make money with!

 List of Direct Sales Companies

The Happy Gardener

This company was named the #1 way to make money from home by Woman'sDay.com, Dec.2007. If you are passionate about gardening, and care about the environment, this could be a direct selling company you might want to check out. The company is dedicated to helping families live healthier through alternate gardening practices. Their new product line, Happy Naturals, is completely safe around kids and pets.Consultants of The Happy Gardener educate clients on composting and other natural gardening techniques as well as sell tools, fertilizers, seeds, and more. The Happy Gardener is a member of the Direct Selling Association, and therefore must comply with the DSA's Code of Ethics. The DSA lists companies that have been approved after a one year process.
If you would like to read more about The Happy Gardener and learn more about their consultant opportunities, here is the link to their website.