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RISING WOMEN EXPERT
ADVICE...
I want to create a better life for myself
and my family. I want to take control of my income and the way I spend my
time. Any ideas?
Many people, including myself, never seem to have enough time in a day or
enough money to live the life we really desire. We spend too much time
making money for someone else and miss out on important things in life, all
the while knowing that in today’s world, nothing is for certain anymore.
There is no such thing as job security. Lay offs and downsizing make many
jobs obsolete. So yes, it would be nice to find an alternative where you
would have the flexibility to balance your family and business.
Many entrepreneurial-minded people are starting their own businesses. They
are creating a better life for themselves and their families by taking
control of their income and the way they spend their time. They are doing
this through “direct selling” and “network marketing”. A truly successful
company is one that offers both. Did you know that many universities,
including Harvard, are teaching network marketing? It is definitely the way
of the future. When choosing a network marketing company, there are four key
factors to look for. These include marketplace demand, consumable product,
timing and trends, and the ability to leverage your time. And with today’s
technology, small businesses can expand their reach for customers from a
local business to a global enterprise almost overnight and the comfort of
their own home.
Interested? Well, you will want to do some research before starting your
business. How long has the company been in business? What is their target
market? Have you tried the product you want to sell? Is the company you will
be representing a member of the DSA (Direct Selling Association)? This is
the organization that monitors direct selling companies to assure that they
are legal and ethical.
Other things to consider include: Is the start up cost within your budget?
Is there training and on going support? Is your sponsor there to help you
progress to the level you desire? Are there rewards and recognition?
My advice is to start small but don’t wait. Build it alongside your present
career or around your family’s schedule. By working when the kids are in
school or in the evening when your husband is home, you are your own boss
and set your own schedule.
Brenda Sourisseau is an Independent Consultant & Area Manager with
Arbonne International. Contact Brenda at 403.870.2191 or
bsouris@davincibb.net to learn
more about her solid business opportunity. |
