3000 bonus Trip points and a $79 Sign Up Option?

Yes, January is kicking off with a bang and you still have time to take advantage of it!  Share the Cookie Lee idea with everyone you meet and watch those sales grow!

Let them know they can start their own business for just $79 and get 50% commission right from the start!

Get $500 in PWV in January and you will get lots and lots of bonus trip point!

NOW IS YOUR TIME....LET"S KICK OFF THE YEAR WITH A BANG

Talk to at least 5 people every day about your business and watch it grow...trust me, this does work.

Motivation...I know I need it too!

From http://www.entrepreneur.com:

 Here are five steps to get in the right mindset for a business turnaround.

Step 1: Be social, even if you don't feel like it.

Shutting yourself away from everyone is a common mistake too many business owners make when times are tough, says Debra Condren, a New York-based business psychologist and author of Ambition is Not a Dirty Word (Broadway, 2008). "Sometimes you can be your own worst underminer," Condren says. "You start feeling like a fraud."

"[Business] started to pick up because I kept fighting the recession and I kept promoting myself and getting my name out there," she says.When Oliver's business slowed down, she started going to more networking events for women and small business owners, while raising awareness of her business through social networks and daily-deals sites.

If you don't have one already, create an advisory board you can consult about business challenges, says Condren.

"Talk to people who have been there and done it and fallen through the same hole," says Mark Parkinson, a Somerset U.K.-based business psychologist and author of Using Psychology in Business (Gower, 1999).

Step 2: Avoid naysayers and watch what you feed your mind.

It's easy to start and end your day watching the news, but beware of the negative messages you're getting from headlines, says Condren. She suggests limiting your news intake to once a day. "You want to stay current and skim the headlines, but stay away from the rest of it," she says.
Exercise is one of the first things people skip when under pressure. But when we are feeling stressed our body produces noradrenaline, a stress hormone that can affect our attention and quality of thinking. Exercise spurs endorphins to counter the buildup of stress hormones in the body. "Literally, your brain does work better if you exercise. The quality of your thinking is improved," says Parkinson.

While solving day-to-day problems can be all-consuming, taking the time to learn about new aspects of business is an important way to stay focused on solutions -- not just your problems. Condren suggests starting simple, like reading an article related to an area of business that's been giving you trouble, taking a half-day workshop or attending an industry conference.

Studies have shown we remember uncompleted tasks better than we remember what we've accomplished. But even if you're faced with a never-ending to-do list, Condren says it's important to remember everything you've already accomplished. For example, if a client sends over a complimentary note or you close a major deal, print out the email or document and put it in a file you can turn to when you're feeling discouraged. Also, update your resume, even if no one else sees it, as a reminder of your achievements.

Read something inspiring instead, ideally just before bed and right when you wake up. "The last thing you put into your mind before you go to sleep is what you are going to focus on," says Condren. She recommends books like the 1937 classic Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill,The War of Art by Steven Pressfield (Warner Books, 2003) and The Luck Factor by Richard Wiseman (Miramax, 2004).

Step 3: Get up and move.

Even if you can't make it to the gym, you can still find small ways to incorporate exercise into your day. Condren suggests taking a few flights of stairs instead of the elevator or simply walking around the block to get your blood pumping and help clear your mind.

Step 4: Keep learning and stay on top of industry trends.

If you don't have the time or money to spend at a conference, consider online educational videos. Not only can they get you thinking about your business in new ways, they can help you stay current in your industry. "Instead of watching the news while you're cooking your dinner that evening, listen to a home-study course," Condren says. "You have to stay current, or you will feel left behind."

Step 5: Be your own cheerleader.

It's tapping back into your passion for the business that will ultimately help turn it around, says Parkinson. "You've got to remember all that positive stuff that got you fired up in the first place," he says. "It's like falling in love. You've got to remember what it's like and then you might want to do it again."

4 Tips for dealing with Chaos

Today's guest blogger Katie Violette is a busy mom who also struggles with Crohn’s Disease and Fibromyalgia. Here are her four best tips for working your direct sales business when your life is more chaotic than calm.

What if I can’t always help my customers immediately?

Life happens. There is never a direct sales emergency! If you are not feeling well, your child has a school commitment, or any one of a million other things that come up in life, you must prioritize. Does that mean neglect your business? Of course not! Communicate with your customers so they understand how thing are progressing. Preplanned events where you will not be available are always best to be laid out in your schedule so your customers are not caught off guard when you are unavailable.

What if a hostess or customer isn’t happy with their party or purchase?

Ideally, it would be great if this never happened, but back in reality there will occasionally be customers who are not happy with their purchase or party. One of the ultimate ways to avoid this situation is to represent a company you believe in. A company that is reliable is your best asset. Selling a product you love shines through every aspect of your business. Knowing that you can rely on your company to provide consistent quality and overcome growing pains provides you the peace of mind that your customers will be treated with the same level of quality you strive for no matter what the situation.

You can only give 100%. Knowing that you have done everything in your power to run your business and keep your customers happy to the best of your ability! As long as you do everything within your company’s guidelines or financial ability to correct any discontent, there is NOTHING else you can do, so stop losing sleep over it!

What if I’m not at 100% at an event or party?

If you are not feeling well, or the baby was up all night and you only got 2 hours of sleep, or any of the other issues that like to creep up right before an event, have a backup plan. If you have a customer who has their eye on a certain product, why not offer to pay them with that product or discounting that product for helping you at an event, setting up, or putting together informational packets before hand? No one ever said you have to run your business by yourself!

If you need help, use your upline as well! Chances are they have been in the same or similar situation and can at the very least give you pointers on how they got through rough times in one piece. If you don’t communicate with or feel embarrassed talking to your upline, friends who are also in direct sales make a great support system as well!

How can I be a good sponsor with the chaos in my life?

Your life experience makes you unique! If you have a unique situation in your life, that doesn’t mean someone without that situation would be done a disservice to have you as their sponsor. Talking to your customers and possible recruits about a funny, embarrassing, or silly blunder makes you accessible. Talking to your customers and possible recruits like you have never had a snag in your career makes them question if they can ever live up to the façade you are presenting (because we have ALL had a glitch or 2 at least here and there).

ulie Anne Jones is a direct sales corporate consultant, coach, and trainer, and the CEO of Julie Anne Jones, Inc. She is known for her authentic and easy-to-use scripting and specializes in specific systems, language, and tools for success in direct sales. To learn more about Julie Anne and her products and services, and to read her weekly blog posts, visit her at www.julieannejones.com.

Who wants to WIN one of these?

You can win one of these!!  How?

Come to our team meeting on August 26th and find out how!  Lot's of other goodies will be available in the next few months to help you grow you business and make FALL your best season yet!

Please RSVP and let me know you will be attending....

August 26th Sunday
Town & Country Diner - Bordentown, NJ
1:00 PM

If you bring a friend who is interested in signing up - I'll give you both a small gift!

A Must Do List for A Successful Fall Selling Season

You've been hearing it for a few weeks now, like the theme song from "Jaws"playing in your head…Dah dum…dah dum… dahdumdahdumdahdum…getting faster and faster. The fall selling season for direct sellers is sneaking up on us and you better be ready! Take a deep breath. There's still time to get set up for success in your direct sales business before the crazy holiday selling season hits you right between the eyes. Here's a must-do list that should help you get ahead of the game and be prepared to take advantage of all the momentum you can during the 4th quarter of the year: Make a plan – This is the place to start if you're serious about your business. I'm getting ready to sit down and create my quarterly plan next week, so when October hits, I have a step-by-step vision and clear projects I know are planned. Take an hour and set your goals for the 4th quarter of the year. Click here to download my "Goal Setting Worksheet" taken from our "Powerful Tools for Your Direct Sales Business: Leader's Edition." It will help you make a strong plan.   Create a contact list Include people you haven't contacted recently – I guarantee, there are at least 50 people with whom you could follow up but haven't. Think about your customers, guests from your parties, previous hosts, and any other leads that may have fallen through the cracks. Make your goal to actually come up with 100 names and 50 will seem easy.   Throw your own celebration party You have lots to celebrate th is time of year in your direct sales business (and lots of awesome new products to share). Invite all of those people on your list of 50 and everyone else you can think of. Choose a fun theme and offer lots of great give-aways to compel people to want to attend.   Think about who needs help This time of year, as we head into the holidays, people are wracking their brains trying to come up with great gift ideas. If you've worked with someone they need to give a gift to, you've got some great ideas! If you don't have contact information for spouses or significant others, contact your customers and let them know what you're up to. They'll be happy to provide the information for you. Consider setting up a special "shopping" night in your home for husbands, have the gifts shipped to you, and deliver them wrapped and ready to give once they arrive.   Give back This is a great time of year to do fund raisers, which also generates greater interest in your business. You can make a difference while growing your business.   Make sure your customers know they can shop with you online If you don't have an e-mail list with your customer's information, work on that now and then be sure you e-mail them at least once mid to late November with clear instructions about how they can "shop from their chair" with you on your webiste. Julie Anne Jones is a direct sales corporate consultant, coach, and trainer, and the CEO of Julie Anne Jones, Inc. She is known for her authentic and easy-to-use scripting and specializes in specific language and tools for success in direct sales. To learn more about Julie Anne and her products and services, and to read her weekly blog posts, visit her at www.julieannejones.com

Summer Tips

I got this from one of my gf's who is in another direct sales businss and thought it was worth sharing......... enjoy~

Summer can't be no work and all play! 

from Mary Christensen, author of Be A Recruiting Superstar, Be A Network Marketing Superstar and Be A Party Plan Superstar.

Don't take a three-month vacation from your business this summer if you want to change your life. It's all about balance and  these steps will keep business flowing while you're enjoying time out:

Combine not-working with net-working: The person picnicking next to you at the park, beach or camping ground  may be your next team member, host or customer. Pack catalogs, business  brochures and samples in the car with your swimsuit and sunglasses.   When you're not working you will have more time for networking!

One  of the most basic rules of direct selling is that the more people you  meet the more money you will make, so be ready when the opportunity  presents itself. When we're on vacation, we are more open to new people  and new ideas.

Polish and perfect: Practice  your 15-30 second story so that you can spend more time listening and less  time talking. This formula will make it easy: 'I am.... but... and  so...'

Here's an example: "I am a mom. I  have two beautiful boys and I love spending time with them. But I don't  want to lose all my independence. And so, I have a small biz selling  ...... from home. I get to buy all my products wholesale, and take a  break from the kids for some 'me' time. And the money I make pays for  things I would feel guilty buying if I didn't have my own income."

Learn as you burn: Taking a few books away with you this summer? Include one of these books, Be A Recruiting Superstar, Be A Network Marketing Superstar, Be A Party Plan Superstar, or Make Your First Million In Network Marketing with you. Highlight the 'ah-ha's' that jump off the page at you so when  the pressure of real life returns, you can quickly scan the book for  the highlighted passages. If you have an electronic reader, all books  are now on Kindle at www.amazon.com **I have most of these on my Kindle and refer to them often (Debie)

Daydream and decide: While the kids are playing, relax and imagine what your life could be  if you had an extra $1000 a week in your budget. Where would you go?  What would you do? What would you buy? When what you want is powerful  enough, you will do what you have to do.

Prepare and plan: Take a few minutes to search for Expos, and Trade Shows coming to your  area in fall. Apply for a booth now so you are committed to the event.  I'll be sharing how to make your booth stand out in the crowd very soon.

Be visible: A magnetic decal on your car will make sure people know who you are and  what you do; and easier to scoop up customers who have lost contact  with their distributor.

Words of Wisdom from Seth Godin's Blog

"I have kids at home, I don't have a manager, I need to pay off student debt, my boss never lets me, I'm really busy because of soccer season, my knee is acting up, there's already five galas coming up, my RSI hurts when I type, I don't have a degree, I have a degree and can't waste it, I'm not good at that, I tried it before but it didn't work, I've never tried it before, the weather is crazy, isn't it, the election is right around the corner, it's been too long at this job they won't listen to me, I'm going to retire soon, I'm too young, I'll never learn, it's too risky..."

We all have a list. Most of the things on it may in fact be legitimate reasons for no.

I guess the self-marketing question is, "how often do you remind yourself of what's on the list?"

If the first thing you do when considering an opportunity is consult the list, the list is the most important thing in your life, isn't it?

Check him out at http://sethgodin.typepad.com/

What's it all About? Bookings....

Bookings! The life blood of the direct sales industry. Everyone knows when you’re out of bookings, you’re out of business.

Party plan consultants everywhere are looking for the magic words, the best booking games and the right combination of products to entice the guests at the demonstration to book.

Recently, at the beginning of a one-on-one coaching session with a consultant, I was asked for more booking ideas. I was a bit frustrated as I had, in the previous call, provided her with several sound ideas. I asked her about the results she had in using one, and she replied, she hadn’t used it because she was afraid she wouldn’t remember all of it. I asked her about another, and she hadn’t used that one either because she was afraid they wouldn’t like her selection. The third idea I’d given her wasn’t attempted either and, again, because she was afraid she’d forget something.

So I asked her what type of ideas she was looking for and her response was, “A simple, easy game that will guarantee me bookings.”

The theme here is not the “magic” words to say or the “guaranteed game.” Those things don’t exist! The theme here was this consultant’s fear. So I asked her what she was afraid of, and her response was typical: “I don’t want to look like a fool.”

What is the number one reason why they book? To have fun!

Now I may sound like I’m changing the subject here, but I’m really not. Have you ever gone to a professional play? Didn’t the actors appear to be confident in what they were doing? Yet, at the same time the actors could go with the flow when a prop didn’t work correctly or someone forgot a line.

The other thing actors do is, they are “up” for each performance. They make you believe, at least for a little while, that this really is a sweltering courthouse in the south, and he really is Atticus Finch. They make you believe these are the streets of London, and she is Eliza Dolittle. It truly is amazing how the audience is swept away in a performance.

How do they do that? They practice! They practice and practice until every mark on the stage and every facial expression is second nature to them.

Did you enjoy the play? Did you have fun? Did you tell others about it? Did you enjoy it so much you wanted to see it again?

Isn’t that exactly the response we want from our audience? We want them to enjoy themselves and have fun. We want them to tell others about us – by booking. We want them to see it again – by the hostess rebooking. Yet most consultants recreate the wheel every time they do a “performance.” They walk into the hostess’s home and have no real idea what they’re going to say and do. They wing it at each presentation. No wonder they’re afraid! No wonder they lack confidence! No wonder they hem and haw. No wonder they don’t get bookings.

The confident consultant is the one who knows what she’s going to say and can go with the flow of the audience. She has practiced. Her confidence allows her to relax and enjoy herself. That allows her audience to relax and enjoy themselves. What happens when the audience is having fun? They book!

Practice your presentation until it is second nature to you. Once you know exactly what you are going to say you can start to analyze your presentation, tweak it, and make it better and better. The better it becomes the more your audience will enjoy themselves and the more bookings you’ll have.

Ruth Fuersten is the author of HOW TO BOOK, SELL, AND RECRUIT YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS, a step-by-step recipe for success in direct sales. Ruth has 12+ years in direct sales. She earned many incentives including international vacations. Ruth’s top show was $5,956 and she moved into management in 3 months. 

Happy Sunday & Happy June

Let's kick off June with a bang!

We have graduations, wedding season starting and the anticipation of a new catalog in August to help us get our summer selling season rolling.  So what do we need to do?  Here are five quick tips:

1) Get on the phone with your past hostesses to get them scheduled for an August show for the new catalog.

2) Get on the phone and schedule with those parties with all your leads and contacts.

3) Call all your "maybes" and offer them an incentive to book over the summer.

4) Look to leave catalog in nail salons and highlight the anklets and toe rings (it's pedicure season!)

5) Share the love, carry your tote and talk about your business - it can only lead to good things!

Do you sense a pattern here?  Well, there is!  Talking about Cookie Lee, wearing the jewelry and making the calls are what makes your business successful...and puts the cash in your pocket.

I am here to help...call, Facebook or e-mail me anytime.

I see big things for us in June...let's rock!