Learn About the AVON Foundation + Additional Benefits of Becoming an AVON Rep

Hey, beauts. As you all know I am an AVON Representative. I am very proud of the AVON brand, what they stand for and how they give back. In today's blog post, i'd like to elaborate on that as well as listing other great reasons for selling AVON. After reading this post, if you find that starting your own AVON business is for you, SIGN UP HERE. 

AVON is the world's number one fundraiser for the breast cancer cause. Since 1992, the AVON Breast Cancer Crusade has been working tirelessly to help prevent, treat, and ultimately eradicate this disease. With more than $815 million raised and donated to breast cancer programs around the world.
In 2004, the AVON Foundation for Women launched Speak Out Against Domestic Violence: an initiative to build awareness, educate, and improve prevention and direct service programs. Through the end of 2014, in the U.S. alone, we have contributed nearly $40 million for the domestic violence cause.

To learn more about the AVON Foundation for Women and how AVON makes a difference in these causes, CLICK HERE.

Here are more positives about joining the AVON family:

- Becoming an AVON Representative takes 5 minutes and a one time starter fee of only $15. This is the lowest starter fee in all of the direct selling beauty industries. 

- You decide your hours. You work from home or on the go! You are your own boss. When you are an AVON Representative, you are in business for yourself but never by yourself. There is an immense support system in the Sisterhood of AVON. 

- Your AVON eStore is FREE. There is no monthly, weekly, bi-weekly, or yearly cost to you for this service. Your eStore is a big help to you in your business as you are not limited to your customer base. As long as your customer is in the United States, they can shop on your eStore! The Direct Delivery option on your eStore makes it so your customers orders ship directly to their home address. Your online sales will combine with your face-to-face sales and can boost your earnings level. In addition to that, you will earn 20% of each online order, no matter how much your customer has spent. 

- New AVON Representatives are eligible for huge incentive opportunities. Currently, the incentive for new AVON Reps is the Hit $100 Challenge. If your first campaign is at least $100, you will earn a variety of samples and receive $20 banked. At the end of your first five campaigns, if you have sold at least $100 each time, you will earn a rebate of $100, plus a bonus bundle of full sized products valued at $100! You must place six orders of a min. $100 consecutively to qualify for this all. You can use these products for your own personal use or sell them and make additional money. 

- You can work while having complete trust in the AVON company. AVON is coming up on their 130 year anniversary! You can rest assure that this is NOT a work-from-home scam or scheme. 

- Qualify for unlimited earnings and earn up to 50% of your total sales! The more AVON you sell, the more money you make. So, work hard - have fun - and get creative! 

- When you are an AVON Representative, you get the inside details on upcoming products and items before their launch date. You will also have the opportunity to purchase these items, before they debut, and at discounted prices. 

- AVON provides you an option to take part in the AVON Representative Savings Plan as well as Scholarship Opportunities. This could be the year to get awarded for your studies!

- FREE online training courses that you may take at any time that is most convenient for you, through the AVON University. This is highly recommended as these courses truly ready you for the start of your AVON business. 

- When you are ready, you may also take part in AVON Sales Leadership and build your own downline. This is a rewarding program in so many ways!

JOIN AVON TODAY AND SIGNUP ONLINE HERE.

AVON Rep Demo Discount, Rebate, & Limit Chart

Demos are available to order from the “What’s New” 

2 Campaigns prior to their introduction in the brochure 

Demos, samples, sales tools and brochures count toward your campaign total order and toward your credit limit. 

DEMO DISCOUNT for all Representatives varies each campaign, based on order size and sales. President’s Recognition Program members are guaranteed a 40% discount on all demo purchases, except fixed-earnings items. The symbol indicates fixed earnings of 25% discount for President’s Recognition Program members and a 20% discount for all other Representatives. 

DEMO REBATE: Demo prices shown assume a 40% discount (except fixed-earnings items). You may qualify for a rebate, depending upon your order size and earnings level. 

DEMO LIMIT: You can order up to: McConnell Club: 15 of each, Rose Circle: 10 of each, Honor Society: 5 of each, President’s Club: 3 of each, All other Representatives: 1 of each. When demos are available in multiple sizes or colors, you may mix or match up to your demo limit.



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New AVON Rep Basic Starter Kit Details

Hey, beauties! I'd like to take this time to blog about what all is included in your $15 appointment fee when signing up to become an AVON Representative. That's right, all it takes is $15 to start your own AVON business. 

Did you know that the Basic Starter Kit has a value of $36? And you'll get it all (plus, free online training and a free eStore website) for just $15!

Once you complete the sign up process online (this takes 5 minutes) your Basic Starter Kit will ship to your address (this takes about 3-5 business days)

When you receive your Basic Starter Kit, you will will find all of the following:

One Full Size Anew Eye Lift Pro $28 value

One Full Size Moisture Effective Intensive Healing & Repair Hand Cream $5 value
10 Count Pack of Rare Amethyst LiquiTouch Fragrance Samples $1 value
5 Count Pack of Anew Ultimate Night Cream Skincare Sample Packettes $2 value
Your First Set of AVON Campaign Brochures
What's New (Demo Book)
Appointment Work Book
Start Your Business Flyer

Note: *Product value is based on regular brochure prices. 

**In the event of unforeseen demand, product and sample assortment may vary.

If you are interested in shopping AVON online, CLICK HERE.
If you are ready to become an AVON Representative, CLICK HERE.

I look forward to adding you to our AVON team, TEAM BEAUTY ETC!

My AVON Holiday Open House Party + Tips on How to Host

Hey there, beauties! I had my AVON Holiday Open House Party on Saturday November 14th. I had sent out invites to the party 3 weeks prior and created a Facebook event while posting things throughout the days leading up to the party, to get my guests excited. It was a great chance to host my first raffle and I chose to raffle off the newest fragrance set by Fergie: Outspoken Party! When each guest came to the party they got one ticket just for showing up. During the party there were other chances to earn additional tickets such as: winning a game (they also got to pick a "present" from the table. More on that later in the post!) placing a Campaign 25 order before the party ended, making a purchase from my in-stock items, joining my AVON team and starting their own AVON business, etc. Everyone who came to the party wanted to win this set! I even had a tester bottle and lotion off to the side so guests could try it and once they did they just wanted the set even more.

I held the party starting at 4pm. I anticipated guests showing up hungry and even stated on the invite that food and drinks would be served. I made buffalo chicken dip in my crock pot (its always a favorite at any kind of party I have), sliced up some italian hoagies, had chips/pretzels, and baked chocolate chip cookies and cherry strussel pie. Yum! For drinks I put out bottled water, sweet tea, peach tea, and brewed a fresh pot of coffee. We all had a bite to eat and made small talk and then I went into my introduction.

When I was planning and then setting things up for the party, I thought about what I would want to do/see if I were the guest at this AVON party. I know I would want a wide variety of samples and inexpensive gifts I could purchase on the spot. So, I had purchased 2 green baskets from the dollar store and in one placed all sorts of Anew Skincare samples (including a print out of the Anew Skincare Fall 2015 Guide) and in the other, just about every fragrance sample I could get my hands on for Her and Him. I also got about 4 packs (all different shades and various lines) of AVON lipstick bullet samples so that guests could meet their lippy match. Having those lipstick samples really made the guests excited and I think they all had fun "hunting" for a few shades they had been eager to try. I also set out some print outs of Alternative Uses for AVON Bubble Bath as well as Skin So Soft Bath Oil.

After we ate, I started into the games. I had planned to do two games during my party and the first one was The Purse Game. This game is a standby for direct sales parties as its fun, creates laughs, and also brings awareness to the products you are selling. I started the game with saying: "First of all, if your purse is from AVON, give yourself 10 points!" This brought attention to the fact that AVON sells handbags and fashionable ones at that. I held up the new Market Fringe Tote and a few jaws dropped as they didn't realize what all AVON had to offer. Some of the items listed were practical: keys, drivers license, lip balm, mascara, hand sanitizer, etc. Any item that was listed that could be found in an AVON brochure would get you an extra point if you had gotten it from AVON. Other items listed on the game sheet were a little less practical and more comical: fruit snacks, paperclip, box tops, sewing kit (which AVON has by the way!!), etc. Once everyone totaled their points, the guest with the most points got to pick a present (aka prize) from the table. The winner also got another ticket for the raffle!

As you can see from the picture above, I also had plenty of current brochures, pens, and business cards. You can also kind of see the handbag I had showed off during the purse game, even though the picture gets a bit dark in the corner there. There was even a guest who wanted to buy the tote bag on the spot she loved it so! 

After the first game, I took orders from anyone who was ready and also sold some items from the in-stock table. I knew I had a lot of product available on the spot, but again, I thought about what I would want from a party like this. Variety. Choices. Lots to look through and see first hand, even if I was not making the purchase at that time. I recently got the PayPal Here Credit/Debit Card Reader, so that was another payment option for my guests and I displayed the "sticker" that came in the box with the device. Guests were happy that they did not have to get any cash out or fuss with checks. 

The other game we played was the AVON Word Search that I had made up. There was a five minute time limit and whomever found the most words got to pick a prize! The winner also got another raffle ticket. The best part about the games was the fun that we all had. Everyone laughed and I could really tell that all were enjoying themselves. 

When the games were finished, I still had prizes left over so I gave them out to guests who had not won anything yet in the evening. I don't know of anyone that doesn't enjoy a free gift and I was happy to be able to gift everyone with a little something. By this time, more guests were ready with their orders and I took those while some had more coffee and some sweets. The party was nearing its end and I was about to do the raffle drawing. I had my daughter reach into the raffle box (after a good shake up!) and pick the winning ticket. The winner was surprised and gave a huge smile which warmed my heart!

I hoped you all enjoyed reading about my first ever AVON Holiday Open House Party! It was a fun experience for me, as my first - and I cannot wait to do more parties and growing my AVON business!!

IF YOU ARE NOT AN AVON SALES REP BUT WANT TO SIGN UP ONLINE TO BECOME ONE, CLICK HERE. AS AN AVON REP, HOME PARTIES ARE NOT A REQUIREMENT BUT THEY ARE FUN TO DO AND CAN LEAD TO MUCH SUCCESS IN YOUR BUSINESS!

FAQs About Selling AVON + Answers

THIS IS THE COMPANY that puts mascara on lashes and food on the tables. That fights wrinkles with one hand and Breast Cancer with the other. That knows the value of a perfect lip, but still opens its mouth and speaks out against Domestic Violence and for women’s financial independence. This is the company that not only brings beauty to doors, but also opens them. The company that supports more than 6 million Representatives in over 100 countries. This is AVON. The company that for more than 125 years has stood for beauty, innovation, optimism and above all for women.

Some of the FAQs inquired by potential new Representatives:

How do I get started?

It takes just 5 minutes to sign up! Fill out a registration form {Use Reference Code ssandis at the bottom of the form} and choose your tools to set up your online business immediately. Just $15 gets you started and makes you an official AVON Independent Sales Representative. To learn about any additional costs associated with being an AVON Representative, click here.

What happens after I sign up?

You’ll be directed to the New Representative Center – your go-to resource for immediate info and support. Your welcome kit will be mailed to you. You’ll also be contacted by your AVON Sales Leader {that would be me!} AND your District Sales Manager to welcome you, answer every question, and guide you as you start up your business. Basically, you have a ton of support!

Can I earn back my start-up fees within 30 days?

Most AVON Representatives do! Simply by launching their business to family and friends, start-up costs are covered – plus earnings. The tools and programs available to a new representative help get you off to a great start.

How much can I make selling AVON?

Your earnings match your efforts, and your passion. You have the opportunity to grow your earnings as you grow your sales. Build on your success by inviting people into the AVON business and earn on recruiting efforts and team sales. Your success is unlimited!

How do I place orders?

AVON provides free online training courses through the AVON University. These courses are highly recommend as they are incredibly helpful and will even do a mock order so you can feel confident when the time comes to place your first order. When selling face-to-face, simply collect payment with your Customer’s order, then place the order via your New Representative portal online. Products will be sent directly to you to then deliver to your Customers. For your Customers ordering online, through direct delivery, you’ll receive payment and earnings through direct deposit or as a credit to your AVON account – that’s it!

How can I be successful?

Building relationships is at the heart of our business. Whether it be face-to-face, or online,selling AVON gives you the opportunity to build on the relationships you already have – and help you create new ones. Add to that a love of beauty, a passion for success, and all the amazing support you receive when you become a Representative, and you’re on your way for unlimited rewards and success.

Can I be successful selling online only?

Yes! AVON is fully integrated in social media so there are tons of opportunities to promote your business through Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and more. Plus, AVON has its own mobile APP so you can connect with and grow your client base from your smart phone to make money any time, anywhere.

What is direct selling?

It’s about direct contact with your customers, being your own boss, and having your own business. You can work independently, or with a team. You can work from home and create the work/life balance that’s just right for you and your family. However you choose to sell you’ll be part of a warm, welcoming community of people and beauty lovers just like you.

If you have any additional questions or would like me to cover anything else, please contact me and/or comment below. Thank you and I look forward to working with you and guiding you toward your planned success!

Top AVON Business Tools + Product Numbers

Hey, beauts. Here's some more useful information for AVON Reps. If you are a New AVON Representative, you especially won't want to miss this post! When you submit your customers orders on your due date (based on your RPS Schedule. You can find your due date once logging in to youravon and clicking Key Campaign Dates at the top of the page) you'll also be placing an order for yourself for your AVON brochures. This will be the time that you'll also add in any business tools or samples that you are in need of. There are several business tools available to us as AVON Reps and in this blog post i'll be highlighting the ones that I find to be most popular/necessary. 

You will find the following under the "Order Sales Tools" tab 
(Product name followed by product number and your cost.)

Supplies - Clear Literature Bags 058-433 | Pack of 50 for .80

Supplies - Order Book English 139-266 | FREE

Supplies - Order Book Spanish 139-285 | FREE

Popcorn Bag - Small 907-090 | Pack of 50 for .95

Popcorn Bag - Medium 432-816 | Pack of 50 for $1.15

Popcorn Bag - Large 907-119 | Pack of 50 for $1.25

Representative Equipment - Makeup Selling Guide English  208-209 | $3

Representative Equipment - Makeup Selling Guide Spanish  208-510 | $3

Representative Equipment - Unisex Ring Sizer  006-381 | $2.99

Beauty For A Purpose Shopping Bag - English Medium 299-621 | Pack of 10 for $2.25

Beauty For A Purpose Shopping Bag - Bilingual Medium 301-069 | Pack of 10 for $2.25

There are additional sized Popcorn/Beauty For A Purpose Shopping Bags available, check the full list on youravon account. 

BONUS TIP: There are the Call Back Notes available for sale, in the Order Sales Tools section. They are available in English and in Spanish. The cost for one pad (20 sheets) is only .25 BUT those quarters add up. You get the Order Books (available in English and in Spanish) for FREE! They are basically the same thing except for the Call Back Notes have a lipstick image on the front and room for your contact information and then your customers order form/info on the back. All of this can be done and found on the (again, FREE!) Order Books. 

IF YOU ARE NOT AN AVON INDEPENDENT SALES REPRESENTATIVE BUT WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP ONLINE TO BECOME ONE, CLICK HERE.

Tips for Gaining New AVON Customers

Good evening, beauties. I know one of the toughest things when starting any business is finding (and expanding) your customer base. Yes, there are millions of AVON Reps out there who are working their businesses and have their customer list and are making some serious bank. How did they get there? Did they complain that there were too many Reps out there? Did they wait around for people to automatically know that they sold AVON and could purchase from them? Doubtful. I don't mean to sound rude but if you want your business to work, YOU have to work!

First, your AVON brochures are your store. Every brochure you leave somewhere plants a seed in what takes time to grow into your beautiful AVON garden. Where have you left brochures? With family members? That's a great start! With friends? Well done! Now that you have done that, ask your family and friends to leave a book at their place of work (if it is permitted. Some places of employment do not allow this. If not, move on to the next idea!)

Places to leave your AVON brochures:

- The doctors office. Next time you have an appointment, or even just stop by if you won't be seen for some time, ask the receptionist if it would be permitted for you to leave an AVON brochure in the waiting room. She/He may even want a brochure for themselves, so make sure you take a few along with you. It is always best to have "too many" brochures on your person than to have run out when someone is really excited about looking at one. 

- The gas pump. I have heard many Reps say they leave brochures at the gas pumps. I honestly don't think that I would have thought to do this had I not heard it from someone else, but apparently it works! So, pump some gas and plant another seed to your AVON garden. 

- Your local bakery shop. Do you have a bakery or cakery in town? You should stop in, buy some yummy sweets and ask the owner if you could leave a brochure there. The answer may be no, but unless you ask it always will be. This stop won't be a wasted chance since you'll be treating yourself to a chocolate chip cookie or donut. 

- Your significant other's place of work. Again, if this is allowed in your SO's place of employment, send some brochures into the office with your sweetie to leave around. My husband works in an office building that he does IT work for and the secretary's just love their AVON! You might be surprised to find out someone may order AVON online, through no Rep, and they would be glad to shop with you so you could get  the credit.

- The laundromat. This one is great! While people wait for their clothes to finish the rinse cycle, they can flip through your AVON brochure. They are sure to find something that peeks their interest and they will have all of your info right there on the back of the book!

- The hair salon. Is there a certain place in your town that you always go to to get your hair/nails done? If so, stop in and see if you can leave some books. Chances are, the owner will say yes, especially if you are a frequent customer at their establishment. It would also be a good idea to ask if you could leave a basket of AVON samples on their counter. Doing this could really increase your customer base!

- Retirement homes. You could even check with the manager/caretaker and see about setting up a monthly event for the residents. Bring in some samples, some on-hand items, plenty of brochures, and set up a table. Again, with permission to do so!

- On the restaurant table with your tip. I've heard a lot of Reps do this one, too! When they pay for their meal at a sit-down restaurant, they will leave a brochure along with the tip for their waiter/waitress. I think it's also a professional idea to leave a business card, too. Which, by the way, is another great tip for a New AVON Rep! I have found Vista Print and AVON's Printing Company: Town & Country to be good companies to order business cards from. 

- At daycare/schools. If your drop your kiddos off at daycare or school, don't forget to leave some AVON brochures. Even though drop off is usually a busy time, Moms/Dads would be happy to grab a book real quick to look at later when things slow down. 

- Neighbors doorknobs. Ah, yes. The old AVON standby! In the Business Tools section when placing your AVON order, make sure to purchase some "Clear Literature Bags". These bags are designed for all the brochures for a Campaign to fit inside and hang on doorknobs with a pre-cut hanger hole. I believe the quantity is a pack of 50 for 80 cents! Another inexpensive yet effective tool for your AVON business.

- Apartment complex. (Checking with the manager/superintendent first, of course!) An apartment building is an ideal place to leave AVON brochures. There are tons of occupants, varying in age, and interests. Since AVON offers way more than "just makeup" the products could benefit anyone. You'll find that people are surprised when they look through the brochures. You are sure to hear "Wow, AVON has this!?" a time or two. 

- Dressing rooms. Why not? The point of this post is to show you that you can leave your AVON brochure aka your AVON store just about anywhere. The possibilities are endless and once you get past any nerves and leave that first brochure somewhere, you'll just want to go to another place to plant another seed to your beautiful AVON garden!!

Bonus Tip: When filling out the labels or backs of your AVON brochures, make sure you include the link to your AVON eStore so that your customers know they can shop online AND have their order shipped to their home address! People love the convenience of shopping from home. Be sure to include that there are products/sales that can only be bought when shopping online (for that extra incentive to check out your eStore!)



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Signup Online to Sell AVON

Hey there, beauties! AVON provides you with all the tools and training {FREE Online Courses via AVON University} you need to be a Successful Avon Representative. In addition, your up-line {this is the person whose reference code you use online} and your district manager are there to support and help you as well. 

When I started my AVON business, I was really looking for something to do for myself. I was a Stay at Home Mom to two great kids. One of whom is in school and the other will be starting school this Fall. One of the first things I thought about when considering a journey with AVON was the discount I would get for selling, so I could get some makeup, fashion, and jewelry products that otherwise I was not purchasing. Sure enough, that is exactly how my business began with quickly transforming into wanting more. AVON has changed me for the better. I am now more focused, driven, confident, and happy. I am now proud to be a Work at Home Mom and love learning and growing with my business every single day!

How much does it cost to start selling AVON?

As one of the oldest and more popular direct sales companies out there, AVON is probably one of the least expensive home businesses to start up. The cost is only $15. Your $15 investment covers the cost of your starter kit which includes 20 AVON brochures, 2 full size products, samples, and training materials.

How much do you make selling AVON?

You can earn money with AVON through sales, online sales, and leadership. To earn a profit on AVON sales through the brochure, you must submit a minimum of $50 in total orders in a campaign. Not only are you selling AVON as an AVON Independent Sales Representative, but you also have the opportunity to sell mark. products which is a brand AVON launched, "geared for" teens/young adults. When you collect money from your customers, you collect the amount for their total order and sales tax. When you submit your customers’ orders to AVON, you are billed for the cost of the products and sales tax. The difference between the amount collected from your customers and what you owe AVON is your profit. The only time you will receive an actual check from AVON is through the leadership program and other bonus incentives.

In order to help you get your business off the ground, AVON gives you an opportunity to earn free AVON products, $100 in cash bonuses, and 100 free samples during your first 5 campaigns as an AVON Representative when you submit orders of $100 or more through the Hit $100 Challenge incentive.

 Here is the current AVON Commission Chart:

$0 – $49.99: 0%
$50 – $149.99: 20%
$150 – $294.99: 30%
$295 – $439.99: 35%
$440 – $924.99: 40%
$925 – $1574.99: 45%
$1575+: 50%

When Selling AVON Online, your customers can have their order shipped directly to their home (direct delivery) You will earn 20% commission on online orders (25% commission for President’s Club members). 

How does Selling AVON Work?

What is an AVON campaign? Each AVON campaign runs for two weeks. There are 26 AVON campaigns in a sales cycle. Based on your zip code, you will be assigned to a district and become part of a mail plan | given an RPS (Representative Processing Schedule) which determines which day of the week your order is due. All new AVON Representatives must submit their AVON orders online or via FAST Talk (Avon’s automated phone system).

Are there any other costs associated with selling AVON? 

Yes, there are a few other costs you need to be aware of with selling AVON. Each campaign that you place an order, you will be charged the One Simple Fee. It starts at $5.95 and covers the cost of shipping & handling. Don’t worry though -- when you collect the .75 cent order processing fee from your customers, it is yours to keep to cover your AVON shipping costs. The only other costs you will be responsible for when selling AVON is buying your own brochures (starting at $6.49 for a pack of 10 and get less expensive the more you buy), samples (optional), and sales tools (AVON branded sales tools like bags – also optional).

To sign up and start your AVON business today follow these simple, quick steps: 

Go to youravon.com/ssandis 

Click on Opportunity 

Click on the pink Get Started Now button

Fill out the form completely, using Reference Code ssandis at the bottom. 

Pay your $15 start up fee and you're an Official AVON Independent Sales Representative! 

Right after signing up, you will see the option to activate your eStore. This takes seconds to complete and once it is done you can start sharing your eStore link and earn right away. Your AVON eStore is always a FREE service to you as a Representative.

The beauty of making AVON your business:

• Flexible Hours
• Be Your Own Boss
• Own Your Own Business
• Make New Friends
• Interact With Other Representatives
• Buy Your Own Products at a Discount
• Earn More Money For Yourself & For Your Family

If you are still unsure if AVON is for you and/or have any questions or further explanation on anything discussed in this post, feel free to contact me. I hope to start working with you soon and helping you make a plan for your success! I will be working on more blog post entries covering tips for New Representatives, how and where to market your new business, etc.