Summertime is prime time for home-based shopping; Michele Baratta atHome, national trade group issue helpful hints for people interested in becoming a direct sales representative
May 27, 2007
San Diego, CA - Spring has sprung, which means many people are looking for new and exciting ways to refresh their homes and their day-to-day lives. They can do both through home-based shopping -- or direct selling -- which not only offers for sale a variety of products and services, from jewelry and accessories to bed linens and organic gardening supplies, but can also become a supplemental income source for families that might like to invest in a fun summer vacation, or start saving for back-to-school supplies.
Michele Baratta atHome is a California-based high-end fashion jewelry direct selling company. Each unique piece of jewelry has heartfelt meaning for the people you cherish and has been designed and sculpted by one artist, Michele Baratta. Just insert a photo of that special person into a Michele Baratta picture frame necklace or bracelet. Her jewelry is made of sterling silver, semi-precious stones and fresh water pearls. Independent Michele Baratta atHome Consultants sell this beautiful jewelry through home parties. (www.ShopMichele.com)
"The spring and summer months are a great time to take advantage of the flexibility that direct selling provides," says Andy Detwiler, CEO of Michele Baratta atHome jewelry. "Earning just a couple hundred dollars per month between now and the end of the school year can provide enough to treat the family to a great vacation. And as a direct seller, you won't have to worry about requesting time off from work to take a trip!"
Many people, especially stay-at-home moms, engage in direct selling because it fits their family's lifestyle. "You choose when and how much you want to work each week," says Michele Baratta, President and company designer. "It's the perfect answer for families who like the idea of having two incomes, but desire a schedule that can accommodate spending lots of time with the kids, especially during the summer break."
According to the Direct Selling Association (DSA), more than 14 million Americans worked as direct sellers in 2005. Most direct sellers work less than 10 hours per week, although about 10 percent do pursue their businesses full-time.
Michele Baratta atHome Jewelry Company and the DSA recommend anyone interested in becoming a direct selling representative should:
- Consider the many product/service options available, and think carefully about the opportunity in the context of your personal goals. Direct selling companies offer jewelry, cosmetics, toys, financial services, candy, lingerie and hundreds of other products and services. Each company offers an opportunity that's slightly different, so make sure you research your options carefully.
- Choose a company in whose products you truly believe. Don't sell anything you wouldn't use yourself. Sincerity is a big part of being successful.
- Before you sign up with a company, it's a good idea to attend one of its parties and listen to the current representative. You'll be able to ask questions and learn more about what it's like to work with that company.
- Make sure the company is a DSA member. Members must abide by a strict Code of Ethics designed to protect sales reps and customers. For example, the Code prohibits members from engaging in a any deceptive, unlawful or unethical recruiting practices.
For a list of direct selling companies, as well as information on direct selling, its benefits and tips for choosing an opportunity, visit DSA's Web site at www.dsa.org.
About Michele Baratta atHome
Michele Baratta atHome is a high-end sterling silver jewelry company born out of a passion to make a difference in woman's lives by giving them the opportunity to work from home and be with their family. At a Michele Baratta atHome party, guests treat themselves to a night out with the girls while having fun shopping. And the party Hostess is rewarded with free gifts of heartfelt jewelry for opening up their home.
"We empower our Consultants to realize their potential with an opportunity that allows them to balance the needs of their family and their own business. To have the flexibility and freedom to have the financial and personal success that you deserve while filling you're heart and soul and your pocketbook!"
About DSA
The Direct Selling Association (DSA) is the national trade association of the leading firms that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers. More than 300 companies are members of this association, including many well-known brand names. The Association's mission is "To protect, serve and promote the effectiveness of member companies and the independent business people they represent. To ensure that the marketing by member companies of products and/or the direct sales opportunity is conducted with the highest level of business ethics and service to consumers."
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