Mumpreneurs
Posted on December 14, 2010
HI Everyone…
The below post is aimed at Mumpreneurs but the principals are the same for anyone that is looking for balance between Success and family.
I love what MaryEllen Tribby has shared here because I was a working Mum when my family were young and you do have to juggle many things.
Through my business I now talk with Mums from all over the world that are looking to create a successful life but not at the expense of their Family.
So please use the five essential skills that are shared below to help you create a financial future for you and your family but to be there for them as ….the special Mum that you are.
Are you already a successful Mumpreneur ????
What advice would you give to a new Mumpreneur????
Thanks Chrissy
The 5 Essential Skills Every Mompreneur
Must Master for Success
1) Concentration – focusing your attention on where you are and what you are working on at all times. This is the opposite of multi-tasking. I hear working moms brag about how good they are at multi-tasking. It makes me sad. That’s because, when you are multi-tasking, nothing gets your full attention. To create extraordinary results, your full attention is needed. Concentration is a skill and it takes practice. Start that practice today.
2) Discrimination – choosing when, where, and how you focus your attention. Most entrepreneurs and business people fail not because they are lazy or because they don’t work. They fail because they work on the wrong things. You need to understand what is important and what’s not. Which tasks, projects, meetings, emails, and phone calls will yield revenue and which will not? Unfortunately, most people work on things they are comfortable and confidant doing. That’s not often the right thing or the most important thing to be doing.
3) Organization – turning chaos into order. As a working mom you do it all the time in your home. So why don’t you incorporate the same skill and time into your business? You could come to my house and see the kids running around having a grand old time… But when the clock strikes 8:00 it is bedtime. I know it, my husband knows it, and most importantly my kids know it. But guests are always shocked. How did we do this? It is a practice that we have reinforced over the years. The same organization and repetition apply to your business.
4) Innovation – thinking about improvement rather than always thinking about change. If you are doing something now, there is always a better way and there is always a best way. And because we live in an ever-changing world, one day your “best” way will need and should be on its way to “better.”
5) Communication – forming strong relationships with your colleagues, employees, and clients. All relationships, whether business or personal, hinge on our encounters with another person stacked end to end. In survey after survey, those who lack strong interpersonal skills are tagged as less competent, less attractive, and less qualified as leaders. The ability to communicate successfully can turn any product into a franchise.
Once you understand the importance of these skills and practice them on a regular basis, you will be ready to apply hard-core business and marketing skills so you can achieve the life you deserve.
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Business to Consider: Direct Selling/Network Marketing
Posted on December 8, 2010
Hi Everyone…
I have just finished reading this article from Success Magazine by Brenna Fisher on the benefits of becoming involved in Network Marketing…
Now some of you may have never heard of Network marketing or even know what I mean, others may have heard of it or some of you may have been told never to touch it…some of you might all ready have a business in Network Marketing.
I’m proud to be involved in Direct Selling and Network Marketing when we think about it everyone at some stage has been involved in network marketing …
You may have read a great book and you let your friend know about it and suggest that they buy it and read it….
or you might have eaten a great meal and you tell everyone that they should go there and try the seafood dish..
or you have seen a fantastic movie so again you would talk to your friends about it and suggest they go and see it
All the above examples are Network Marketing that is how easy it is.
So below are some of the benefits of having your own business in this industry…
Also I would like to suggest a CD by Chris Widener called
“The Invisible Profit System”
here Chris talks about being in the industry of Network Marketing this is a fantastic CD for anyone that is already in this industry or others that are not sure if it is the right industry for them.
I would love for you to share your experiences that you have had within the Network Marketing Industry ….or your thoughts on the Article Below..
Please use this link here if you would like to get yourself a copy of Chris Wideners CD “The Invisible Profit System”
Thanks Chrissy
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Business to Consider: Direct Selling/Network Marketing
Brenna Fisher
In its simplest form, direct selling (aka network marketing) is nothing more than one person promoting or selling a product or service directly to another. Today, an endless variety of products are distributed using the direct selling business model, including vitamins, weight-loss aids, cleaning products, clothing, jewelry, home décor, cookware, legal insurance, travel services, financial products, books, toys, educational and motivational products… and the list goes on. If you have an interest in a particular industry, chances are there’s a direct selling company that supplies products in that category.
Rather than paying for massive advertising efforts and retail outlets, direct selling companies rely on an independent sales force to spread the word about them and their products. Many companies have added social media, print and broadcast advertising campaigns, but most advertising is done person to person, face to face… or Facebook to Facebook.
Perks of becoming a distributor include deep discounts on products and compensation for helping the company attract other distributors. Those who develop a network of independent representatives can leverage their time and maximize their earning potential. Not only are they paid for their own sales, they’re paid a percentage of the sales made by members of their organization (or downline). The more people a direct seller brings into the company, the greater his or her earning potential.
Other benefits can include bonuses and prizes for a job well done. These can include luxury travel, fine jewelry, cash or cars. Beyond the tangible rewards, direct sellers gain other benefits, such as communication and sales skills, greater self-confidence and leadership capabilities.
Getting started as a direct selling representative involves signing on with a company and purchasing a startup kit with brochures, access to online resources and product samples. In many cases, free local training, webinars and teleconferences are available to help representatives learn more. Many companies also hold annual conferences where they offer additional training and recognition.
The Bottom Line
You will need to purchase a startup kit and sign an agreement to become part of a direct selling company. To receive full commissions, you may be required to purchase products on a monthly, bimonthly, quarterly or annual basis, depending on the company.
This type of business can be done in as many or as few hours a week as you choose, which makes it ideal as an income supplement or for building up to a certain level of earnings before leaving a full-time job. That said, to earn a substantial regular commission check, you must commit to treating this opportunity as seriously as you would any other job or business endeavor. You are the boss… your hours are flexible, but not optional.
Is It Right for You?
Recommended skill set: People skills, consistency, self-confidence, drive to grow and market business, belief in the product or service you are promoting.
Potential income: Varies greatly (from $0 to $10,000 or more per month), depending on your level of effort, skill and the company’s compensation plan.
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