Do you have any say over what you are selling?

This is important if you want to have control over any aspect of your business. Do your products have a predetermined price that is set, or can you set your own price? How are you allowed to sell your products? Is it only through home parties, or can you do craft shows, and fundraisers too? Another very important thing to consider is can you do advertising. Offline or Online? It may be hard to get a business going that does not allow advertising of any kind. Take a look at company's list of “rules” before signing up.

Will you have support from company?

After you have joined a direct sales/home party plan opportunity, will their be any kind of training to get you started? Will you have a sponsor that will be there for you and answer all your questions? What is customer service like at home office? Does phone ring and ring when you are trying to get a hold of headquarters? Basically ask yourself if things are ran in a professional and timely manner. This can tell a lot about success of company and how they do business.

What will your competition be like?

Another major factor to consider when beginning a home party plan is knowing what your competition will be like. You usually do not want to be involved with a saturated market. Find out how many representatives are in your area, and if possible, find out how well their business is doing. See if you can spot something they are missing and focus on that aspect of sales. When possible try to be one of only consultants in your area, and try to offer a unique product that can’t be found anywhere else, but through you.

Can you grow your business online?

As you may know many direct sales and home party plan companies have taken their business online. Find out if company you are considering allows this. Can you have your own website, that is not affiliated with your company's. Is their online ordering allowed through your website? If you do plan on taking you business online, make sure you can advertising online.

Summing it all up...

Never just jump into any direct sales business opportunity. The key that I am trying to stress to you is to do your research! Direct Sales can be a very fun and profitable venture, and long term, can make you a lot of money. Make sure you get basics first, and choose best company that suits your needs. Using these tips on Choosing a Direct Sales Company will have you well on your way to starting your own Home Party Business!

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