Overview

Everyone's heard of Mary Kay, Tupperware, and Avon. But did you know that there are a plethora of direct sales companies out there offering not only housewares and cosmetics, but also scrapbooking supplies, gourmet food, clothing, jewelry, wine--even adult sensual toys? The first step in becoming successful in direct selling is to choose the right company and the right product for you. The Big Book of Direct Sales Careers compares 94 direct-selling companies by products, commissions, and start-up costs. Along with descriptions of the companies and their products, a handy chart and product index organize the information in an easy-to-scan format. Before considering direct sales as your home business, get to know all your options! Explore the variety of companies offering interesting new products. Make a list of 20 or so that you find intriguing. Try the products. Which four or five do you like the best? Which one can you no longer live without? Then contact the companies you like for more information. The Big Book of Direct Sales Careers is your starting point--your introduction--to the world of direct sales.