Details on the Avon Rep Starter Kit & Business Booster Kits

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.

Once you have your Avon Account set up, you can also purchase one or both of these Business Booster Kits. There are two to choose from and both will count toward your award sales for the Campaign in which you order. As a New Avon Rep, you will only be able to order these Business Booster Kits within your First 5 Campaigns of your appointment date. The products included in these kits you can do with as you wish — Keep to use for yourself, demo to customers so they can try before they buy, or sell outright for a cash profit! The choice is yours but I highly recommend adding at least one of these kits to boost your business and help you grow as an Avon Rep.

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!

Avon Selling Tips: Where to Leave Brochures

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 Become an Avon Rep + How Selling Avon Works

Becoming an Avon Representative can be the starting point to a whole new, successful you. Join the team now to run a business on your own time and your terms.

THE AVON OPPORTUNITY

Would you like to Work from home? Be your own boss? Look, feel and live better, all while earning and learning?

You can with an Avon Career! Whatever background or walk of life, we know we have created a business opportunity whereas you can earn the financial rewards you desire.

Avon will support you through every step of your journey to success with the finest in programs and tools as well as outstanding rewards for your efforts. Your responsibility will be to set some exciting goals, manage your time and keep a positive attitude knowing that with consistent and persistent effort you will succeed.

Best wishes for much success and lots of enjoyment as you start your journey!

ALL ABOUT AVON

At Avon, you are in business for yourself, not by yourself.

AVON HELPS YOUR SUCCESS BY PROVIDING:

• Unlimited earnings from your home-based business
• Comprehensive Beauty and Beauty Advisor training
• Representatives opportunities your own Web page and much more!
• Personal Growth, recognition and awards
• Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan

YOU HELP YOUR OWN SUCCESS BY DOING 3 THINGS EACH & EVERY CAMPAIGN:

• Sell the products and service customers
• Share the opportunity
• Show others how to do the same thing

Believe in Your Success. It is a simple process that leads to success!

AVON SUPERSTARS SHARE SOME KEYS FOR SUCCESS:

“To be successful you must really love what you do and like the people you are working with. Second, work hard and have lots of discipline. Third, be organized. And finally, you must have clear goals in mind.”… Senior Executive Unit Leader Silvia Tamayo

“You can’t build the kind of business like I have by yourself. You need a team of people who share your goals in order to be successful.”… Senior Executive Unit Leader Vondell McKenzie

“The best advice I can give is to treat your business like a real business, not some hobby or club.”… Senior Executive Unit Leader Lisa Wilber

“Everybody knows and loves Avon. When I tell people about the benefits of an Avon business of their own they’re interested.”… Senior Executive Unit Leader Sue Mazza

“Face your fears and don’t let them stop you from achieving your dreams. Set short and long term goals.”… Senior Executive Dorothy Meigel

PRINCIPLES, VALUES AND POLICIES

The principles that have guided us, as expressed by our Founder and the values we cherish are an integral part of everything we do here at Avon. They have stood the test of time and continue to serve as a continuing source of strength throughout our company.

How we succeed in business will always be as important as what we achieve. Around the world the Avon Brand is now known not only for quality in products but more importantly, for the quality of life that so many Representatives are enjoying as a result of being able to build a successful Avon business.

Our principles, values and policies will always be our best insurance that our future is everything we want it to be.

BECOME AN AVON INDEPENDENT SALES REPRESENTATIVE TODAY!

HOW IT WORKS:

Start earning fastGet a 40% discount — plus free beauty samples — on each of your first 4 orders when you order $100 or more. Most beauty and jewelry items count towards your order total. Score on all four orders and get a bonus bundle of favorite products valued at over $100. Keep them for yourself or sell them and earn even more!

Sign up online and for just $15, start your business today!Our starter kit gives you all the essentials to get you up and running. Register on our exclusive site for Representatives, your go-to resource for info, tools, training and ordering. And you’ll be paired with an Avon sales leader to support and help you every step of the way.

Share your Avon catalogs (brochures) everywhere you go 
And put your free Avon eStore to work so customers can shop with you online 24/7. Easy social media tools and mobile apps help you promote online in a flash. And every two weeks a new campaign gives you a new brochure full of must-have products and offers to sell with.

Earn on everything you sell — 35% on average and up to 50%.
Grow your earnings, perks and rewards when you help others start their own Avon business andbuild a team. Invite a friend to sell with you and share the fun and empowerment of selling Avon.

Don’t wait any longer — start your dream job with your own Avon Business today! To signup online visit ssandis.avonrepresentative.com and click Opportunity at the top of the page. Then, click the pink Get Started Now button and fill out the form. Pay your online self-appointment fee (one time fee!) of $15 and your officially an Avon Independent Sales Representative!

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!)



NOT AN AVON REP? WANT TO BE? JOIN OUR AVON TEAM, TEAM BEAUTY ETC, AND SIGNUP ONLINE HERE.

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.