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Direct Sales Lessons Learned from Mama Robin

Admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 16:40:54 +0000

Mama Robin is a bird; not a person but she is still teaching me about my direct sales business.

Last week my daughter pointed out that we had a bird’s nest on the top of our front porch light. How that happened so quickly I have no clue because we use that door daily and that light frequently. You’d think we would have noticed as the nest was under construction. I used a mirror to see if there were any eggs in it. There were not. But we decided to just leave it alone for a few days to see if it would be used, after all, someone went to a great deal of work building it.

Sure enough within a day or so, the nest has eggs in it and most all day and night there is a beautiful robin who sits atop her babies. I try to use the side door as much as possible as I don’t want to disturb our little mama robin. Though any time someone gets anywhere near the walk way she frantically flies away onto the garden swing nearby so she can keep a close watch on her eggs.

Then I started thinking about how I could relate this little occurrence to my direct sales business.

It took her planning and preparation to find a location and supplies to build her nest.
She worked diligently and expediently to achieve her objective.
If she must leave the nest to tend to other business or to get away from perceived danger of humans, she never goes very far nor is gone very long before she returns to the matter at hand.
Now she spends a majority of her time devoted to achieving her long term goal of sitting on her eggs until they hatch.
Once the eggs hatch she won’t be done. She still has the responsibility of feeding, nurturing and training up her babies so that they can be self sufficient.

Ok, do you see it… the correlation between having a goal and working hard to see it through to completion? Whether you’re a brand new consultant, or have been at it a while or are a manager or director within your company, I think we can all take a lesson from Mama Robin.

About the Author: Laurie Ayers is a Michigan work from home mom and a Superstar Director with Scentsy Wickless Candles. She enjoys helping men and women start and maintain a home based business in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Germany, Ireland and the UK. To download a FREE Start Up Guide which provides more details about how to start a home business as well as to learn about our compensation plan go to http://www.thrivingcandlebusiness.com/how-to-start-a-candle-business/

Are You Warm and Welcoming?

Admin — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 14:55:28 +0000

When you are in a host’s home to facilitate a party, are you warm and welcoming to the guests? Or do you usually hang back out of the way or go the opposite direction and end up a little over bearing?

One of the best pieces of advice I give new consultants when they start with a home party company is to “make it your own.” This is contrary to the 1980’s MLM mentality of keeping everything simple and duplicatable. I’m all for simple; but emphatically disagree with duplicating some other consultant’s style. You’ll enjoy your direct selling business much more and realize more success if you are comfortable what you’re doing and if you customize it to your own style.

It would be pious of me or anyone else to give you a script of what you should say. In the sales industry it’s been proven time and time again that people will buy from those they know or who are comfortable with. If you’re reading note cards or trying to regurgitate the words that another consultant uses, and it’s not necessarily how you would do it, it’ll come off cold and awkward at best.

As with many areas in life, it’s important that you find a balance. As a new consultant, it may take you a few tries to work the kinks out and get more comfortable. Here are some suggestions that may help as you get your sea legs in your direct sales business.

1. As the guests enter the home, position yourself near the door. Shake their hands; look them in the eye; hand them a catalog and let them know you’ll get started shortly.

2. During the lull while you’re waiting for more guests to arrive, chit chat with the guests. Don’t say anything business related at this point, but keep it more casual or personal. Talk about the weather, their outfit, if they mention “the kids” ask about their family, current events, common interests, etc. This is the time when you’re there to help them see you as a person, not as a sales consultant.

3. Don’t hover. Do you like to be hovered over? No of course not; no one does. Remember to be warm and welcoming. Be casual. Be friendly. When it is time for them to complete their orders hang back off to the side. Let them know you’ll be available if they have questions or are ready for you to close out their order. If you’ve done your job explaining what you’re offering, they don’t need you breathing down their neck as they’re deciding what to get or how much money they’re comfortable spending that night.

4. It’s great that you were warm and welcoming as they entered, but your job is not done yet. It’s equally as important to leave a good last impression, as that is likely what they will remember most. Thank them for coming; thank them for taking time out of their busy day. Thank them for their business. Let them know how much you appreciate their business. “Drive safely”. “Have a good week.” “Have fun at Suzy’s dance recital tomorrow.”

If you are warm and welcoming throughout the party it will serve many purposes. One – it is just the right thing to do; it’s the professional thing to do. Two – it’ll make you more approachable which may in turn encourage the guests and the host to consider working with you to start their own business or to book a party. And lastly – as mentioned above, people are more likely to do business with those they know or who are comfortable with – repeat customers are easier to maintain than constantly looking for new ones.

It’s win/win. You’re a person first and a sales consultant second. Keep it in that order and you should have good results at your parties.

You Can’t Be Successful Working Two Direct Sales Companies

Admin — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:33:39 +0000

If you’re working more than one direct sales business you’re sending an ugly message.

“Join my team! This company is fabulous!” Well, it’s not THAT fabulous, because I have to work ANOTHER business to make more money. That’s the message you send if you’re trying to promote the benefits of joining a particular business but you’re not devoted to that businesses.

The most common justification I hear for this is “I like to offer a variety of products.” Or “I’m just doing this other one to supplement my income.” Ok, but you’re hurting your credibility and you’re hurting your business. Also, before the hate mail comes in, I realize that the word “successful” is very subjective. I am referring to those who want to earn a full time income, and say those words, but their actions say otherwise.

Diluted Credibility

You’re not doing well with Company A, so add Company B. Now Company A will do even less because your attentions are divided or focused on Company B. How can you possibly think joining Company B will do anything to help your Co. A?

Also, if Company B is so wonderful, why are you still doing Company A? You are sending mixed signals and you’re sending an ugly message about both. You’re talking out of both sides of your mouth if you’re trying to convince people that you’re dedicated to one company but your actions clearly show you aren’t. You will never fully recognize true success with either if you’re trying to juggle both. Additionally, how selfish and unfair is that to your downline with Company A that you’re not fully supporting and coaching?

Perception is Reality

Like it or not, if a prospect wants to join Company A, and they learn you’re doing Company B too, it sends a loud message that you’re not serious. It sends a message that you’re a hobbyist or you’re dabbling. And you definitely can’t wholly fulfill leadership obligations with Company A if you have a downline and you’re also splitting your time building a team with Company B.

You’re kidding yourself if you think you can do both well. Your downline feels the void in your presence. Your words and your actions are not aligned. It’s like saying “I trust you” and then hiring a private eye to tail you. You can’t have two Masters. If one is so fantastic, you don’t need second. If you’re dating exclusively, you’re serious about the other person. If you’re playing the field, you’re not serious. I love you with all my heart, but I want to see other people.

If you’ve joined Company B for personal use, that’s fine – but then there is no reason to set up a Facebook page, no reason to tweet, no reason to have a website with Company B – just order for personal use when you want to, that’s what Personal Use means. If you’re just a hobbyist (which by definition is non-profit) and then taking actions to build a team and earn a profit with Company B you’re sending an ugly message.

So which came first? You’re not truly successful with Company A because you’re also trying to work Company B? Or instead of devoting all your efforts to Company A, you think if you split your attentions your marketing efforts, your passions with another company it’ll help? Neither of those actions make any sound business sense.

If you want Company A to work, you need to cast aside Company B and be All In. Commit to Company A, and then decide Failure Is Not an Option. Send a loud and clear message that you are devoted and committed; that you’re All In. If you opted to be All In with Company B, then you owe it to your downline in Company A to step aside and let a devoted leader mentor them in the way they deserve.

What message are you sending?

I Heard Facebook Isn’t Very Secure

Admin — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 17:29:39 +0000

If you’re of the mindset that Facebook isn’t very secure – read on:

Everyday millions of users across the globe access Facebook. Facebook’s mission is to give people the power to share and make the world more open and connected. It’s a great social outlet as well as platform to build, maintain or grow a business. Yet despite all the wonderful opportunities Facebook affords people from all walks of life, there is still a segment of people who aren’t on Facebook.

For those who aren’t on Facebook, the most common reason they tell me why they haven’t jumped in is because “I heard Facebook isn’t very secure.” To that I say – you are operating from a point of misinformation and/or misunderstanding. Out of all the places you can be on the web, Facebook is one of the most secure. Or it certainly can be one of the most secure social media sites – providing you edit your account and privacy settings so that no one has access to anything you post or do, unless you explicitly give permission.

No I didn’t drink the koolaid. I know of what I am speaking.

I recently attended a Conference on Crimes Against Women where I met with Genevieve Ovalle, who is a Law Enforcement Response Specialist for Facebook Security. I am more convinced than ever than FB is one of the most secure social networking sites you can be on. Again, let me say that if you’ve heard horror stories about personal information getting out, it’s most likely because the user did not properly protect his/her personal information with the privacy and account settings or he/she just merely willingly shared far too much than the public needed to know.

Did you know that Facebook regularly cross references their member list with each state’s registered Sex Offender registries? Then they deactivate those accounts? Did you know that they respond to all reports of cyber bullying within 24 hours – usually within two hours? They take the safety of their users very seriously.

So if you don’t choose to use Facebook, that’s certainly your option. But if you’re staying away because you think it leaves you too vulnerable, then that is an inaccurate statement. If you have questions about how to properly set your privacy settings or how to block certain individuals or limit who sees your posts, photos and information visit FB’s security page – as it’s loaded with practical, easy to use tips. I’m certainly happy to help you too.

Secret to my Success

Admin — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:11:47 +0000

Want to know the secret to my direct sales success?

It’s been said many times before that if you want to achieve success, find someone in the same field, and do what they do or what they have done. That doesn’t necessarily mean you need to clone and plagiarize everything they’ve done, but if you follow their blueprint then chances are pretty favorable that you too can realize similar successes.

I’ve been in direct sales on and off since the 1980s. I’ve been with Scentsy Wickless since 2006 and have been a Superstar Director (the top rank) for a few years. It hasn’t been easy and there were many times that I have wanted to quit. But alas I’m still here. And I’ll share the secret to my success with you:

Keep on Keeping on, even when you don’t want to.

That’s it; that’s the secret. The last one standing wins. When the going gets tough, and it will, don’t quit. Even if you want to hang it all up because it’s not working, you can’t get any bookings, sales, recruits, nothing you seem to be doing works, it’s not coming as quickly as you’d like it to, you’ve made an investment in an event or advertising that you were certain would bring great benefits, only to realize it didn’t, if you’ve invested in logo items, samples, donated to a charity, asked everyone you know, asked for referrals, went out of your comfort zone, blogged, created a website, knocked on doors, set up a display, created a newsletter, gave your products as gifts and everything else that you’ve tried but still feel like it isn’t working do not quit.

If direct sales were that easy, everyone would do it. Those who have realized success have not done so without a lot of hard work, frustrations and probably even some tears at times. It may look easy but it’s not. But if you can hang in there, it is worthwhile. I do not say that to discourage you, but rather to paint a realistic picture that those who have successful direct sales organizations do so because they did not give up.

There you have it. If you set your sights on the top ranks and are determined that failure is not an option then the secret to your success is to keep on keeping on – even when you don’t want to.

In addition to topics on achieving success with direct sales, please browse this site to find more articles about how you can successfully work from home with a Scentsy candle business.

Michigan Single Mom’s Business Soars Despite Narcolepsy

Admin — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 15:54:15 +0000

Michigan Single Mom’s Business Soars Despite Severe Health Challenge, Recession

JENISON, MICH.(March 4, 2012) – Finding work in a tough economy is hard enough, but this single mom found success while dealing with an even more daunting problem: Narcolepsy.

“Life takes some interesting twists,” said Laurie Ayers, a mom of two teens in Jenison, Mich. “I never thought I’d be supporting my family with wax!” She credits working at home and the home fragrance business Scentsy and its wickless candles and scents for saving the day.

This smiling, redhead single mother lives with a-typical narcolepsy, a chronic neurological disorder that affects the part of the brain that regulates sleep and wake cycles. It is characterized by overwhelming drowsiness and difficulty staying awake. There is no cure. Medication and lifestyle changes at best can only manage symptoms – though with little success and strong side effects.

Contrary to stereotypes, narcolepsy is not related to depression, seizure disorders, fainting, lack of sleep or other conditions that cause abnormal sleep patterns. “Lazy, or depressed, that’s exactly what many people think,” Ayers said.

And, despite enduring narcolepsy for most of her life, Ayers worked outside the home with a career with the Federal Government. But as her narcolepsy progressed, she was no longer able to keep her eyes open to work a traditional eight-to-five job.

As a single parent living with a medical disability, Ayers faced and met the challenges of being both provider and primary caregiver to her children head-on by going into business for herself. She has done so for the last thirteen years.

With a grin, Ayers said “My background is Crime Prevention. I started working from home with a business that focused on self-defense and personal safety. I am still very passionate about personal safety and enjoy educating others about it. Though most of my clients were from the federal government, so when their budgets dried up, so did my business. Because my security business also began to feel the pinch of the economy; I knew I needed to do something to keep the mortgage paid and my children fed.”

Ayers said she has also been in and out of the direct sales industry since the 1980s; including representing Scentsy Wickless candles as an Independent Superstar Director since 2006. “When the Crime Prevention contracts stopped, I was blessed to have my Scentsy business to turn to,” she said.

Combining her talent for marketing with her love of helping others start and sustain their own home-based businesses, Ayers found a winning combination. Maintaining a successful direct sales business involves serious talent; one must juggle the day-to-day operations of business that include working with customers and potential new team members, but must be equally able to mentor and effectively communicate with existing team members to help them grow their own businesses.

The past six years with Scentsy proved that Ayers is more than capable of meeting both requirements. Her experienced hands and business skills provided the winning combination for her Scentsy team.

Meet Laurie Ayers, Successful Entrepreneur.

Ayers was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and has made her home in west Michigan for the past forty-some years. While she never planned to be a Scentsy lady, she feels blessed to be part of the company every day.

Many direct selling consultants earn their income by offering their products at home parties. Because of Ayers’ narcolepsy, she isn’t able to schedule home parties or work her business using those platforms. Grinning, Ayers said her secret is that “Scentsy allows the consultants to work their businesses using a number of different methods, including Internet Marketing. My business is entirely online. I work it from my couch in between naps.”

She attributes her success to her website and her Facebook team training site. “It’s working smarter, not harder,” she said. “I make the information available to my team members so they can be independent business owners, not dependent business owners. It’s a win/win. I don’t have to repeat answering the same frequently asked questions to each new person, and likewise, they have 24/7 access to the tools they need to be successful.”

The sites also help manage Ayers’ disorder. “It may seem like I sleep all the time, when in actuality I haven’t had a full night’s sleep in more than 25 years. I’m just exhausted all the time. So, I’m awake for short bursts, which allows me to answer emails and forum posts, then I’m right back to sleep, then repeat. Some of my team members think I never sleep, but that’s only because they don’t realize when I’m not posting information, I’m usually sleeping on the other end of their computer. Scentsy truly did save the day. I’m not employable, and without my income from Scentsy, I would be living under a bridge.”

Ayers’ ‘Failure is Not an Option’ attitude is contagious and the fact that she enjoys helping others is obvious. It’s clear that this entrepreneur cares for her team members: her careful and professional approach helped her team successfully grow into all fifty states and now into Europe.

Her tone turned serious as she said, “I get great satisfaction from providing my team members accurate, timely responses to their questions and concerns. The business skills I learned are transferable, no matter if I’m working for the Federal Government, or working from home, half asleep, propped up with a pillow.”

For additional information about Laurie Ayers and her success with working from home, please visit: http://www.ThrivingCandleBusiness.com

Understanding a Two-Tiered Compensation Plan

Admin — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 07:00:15 +0000

Most direct sales companies have a two-tiered compensation plan. It’s a different structure than most compensation plans. Lack of understanding how a two-tiered plan works can lead to frustration and inability to reach full earning potential.

In short, part of the direct sales consultant’s income is derived from personal sales and the second part results from royalties paid on downline member sales. Two parts make a whole.

Another way to look at it is that you get two checks. Many times you don’t actually get two separate hard copy checks; in my company we get one electronic deposit. Yet it is itemized so that we can still see the “two checks”. That’s the way you need to think of it – two checks.

I’m reminded of my days when I worked for the federal government. Payday would roll around and our secretary would walk around to our offices and hand out paychecks. Can you even imagine if she were to thumb through the stack of checks, then say “There are two checks here for you, Laurie. Do you want both, or just one of them?” Bring it on, both of them, right?

Yet many direct sellers are content leaving one check on the table. You can earn extra income in direct sales with just one check from the commissions on your own sales, if that’s what you choose. Although if you’d like to earn a full time income it’s going to require getting into the mindset that you want and need both checks. In other words, if you just earn on your own personal sales, you’re only getting half a pay check.

Now that you have an understanding that direct sales income is based on “two checks”, it may be easier to understand how skewed the following comment is: “She only contacts me when it benefits her.” (Insert snide tone above if you didn’t pick up on that.) Many upline members have heard this comment directly or indirectly from some of their downline team members. Ironically that statement is accurate. Everything an upline does with or for the downline does indeed benefit her.

Along these same lines, other similar comments coming from some downline members is how the upline is “getting paid off of me (downline)” or that the downline does the work while the upline sits around and collects money “off of” everyone else.

The consultants who make derogatory comments about their upline’s pay, clearly don’t have a good understanding of how their own compensation works. As an upline it’s important to keep this in mind and not let those type of comments bother you. Rather, it’s a good opportunity to work with the downline to help them better understand that you have a two tiered plan and that “both checks” are available to everyone.

The choice is certainly yours to make. You can earn one check or two in direct sales. If one is all you want or need and you’re happy with that, then there are no worries. If you have your sights on a more substantial income, then hopefully this has helped you to look at your two-tiered compensation plan a little differently. The “second check” isn’t a bonus; it’s part of your pay plan – two parts make a whole.

“It always takes awfully long time to understand unbelievably simple things.” – Joe Chung

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Layers by Scentsy Now Available

Admin — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:47:55 +0000

Layers by Scentsy – Now Available here

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LAYER BY LAYER

Layers by Scentsy lets you build a new fragrance wardrobe, layer by layer, from your skin to your clothes. Now you can envelop every part of your life with Scentsy fragrances: transform your morning shower from a necessity to something sublime. Elevate the laundry from a chore to an experience. Let your personal fragrance leave a trace with every movement. Pick your signature scent, or mix and match to create your own unique fragrance. Either way, let Layers by Scentsy perfume your life.

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Layers by Scentsy FAQ

Does Layers by Scentsy include any allergens or toxins?
Layers by Scentsy contains no known toxins, parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde donors, diethanolamine, triethanolamine, or glycols. Layers by Scentsy products, however, do contain fragrance oils specifically designed for cosmetics, which have the potential to cause mild skin irritation for people with particular sensitivities or allergies. If you are worried about potential irritation, please test the product a small patch of skin for irritation before full use.

Is Layers by Scentsy tested on animals?
Layers by Scentsy is not tested on animals.

How long will the fragrance last?
The exact amount of time the fragrance lasts on your skin depends on your own body chemistry. Layers by Scentsy products contain the highest concentration and quality of fragrances possible, giving the wearer the longest lasting fragrance experience possible.

Why doesn’t my Layers by Scentsy product smell exactly like my Scentsy Bar with the same name?
Each Layers by Scentsy product was created with an existing Scentsy fragrance in mind, but each scent has been reformulated with fragrance oils designed to be worn on the body. The fragrance we use in Layers by Scentsy is designed to interact with your own skin and chemistry, resulting in a different—and deeply personal—fragrance on each wearer.

I used the Washer Whiffs and my clothes didn’t get clean. What happened?
Washer Whiffs don’t have any detergent properties; it isn’t meant to clean your clothes. Think of it as perfume for your laundry—it adds your favorite Scentsy fragrance to your clothes. You will still need to use laundry detergent.

I used the Dryer Disk for 15 loads and it still smells good. Can I keep using it?
The Dryer Disk fragrance and anti-static properties should last for up to 15 loads. If it is still fragrant after 15 loads, you can continue to use your Dryer Disk until the fragrance dissipates.

Why doesn’t the shower gel get really sudsy?
The cleansing agents in the shower gel are effective and gentle cleansers, maximizing cleansing with decreased suds.

Are these products safe to use on my children?
Yes, Layers for Scentsy is safe for use by children.

Can I use Layers by Scentsy products on my face?
Layers by Scentsy products are not designed to be used on the face. If your Layers by Scentsy product comes in contact with your eyes, flush the product out of your eyes with water.

What if I need to return my Layers by Scentsy product?
Scentsy does not accept returns or exchanges for items not in re-sellable condition unless you received a defective product. If a damaged Layers by Scentsy product was received, we will exchange it for the same product in the same scent. The item may not be returned simply because someone does not like the scent.

What is the difference between “fine” fragrance and “home” fragrance?
Fine fragrance is wearable and designed with your skin in mind; it’s cosmetic grade. Each individual has a unique experience wearing fine fragrance because your skin modifies the scent due to your skin pH interacting with the fragrance. Home fragrance, like the kind we use in our wax and room sprays, is not designed for your skin and is not approved for use in cosmetics.

What makes Layers by Scentsy special?
It’s the quality of the product. From the base material that holds the oils to the actual fragrance oils used, from packaging to duration, quality is our primary goal. Scentsy products have always been designed to deliver value in quality, price, product volume, and duration.

How to Make Scentsy Wax Samples

Admin — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:21:33 +0000

Quick, inexpensive way to make Scentsy Samples

Just as there is more than one way to skin a cat, there are numerous ways that Scentsy consultants make their samples. The information contained below is just one way. Take what you like and discard the rest!

Why and how I use samples –

I don’t let any of my business cards leave my hands without having a wickless candle sample attached to it. People generally desire to smell, touch, taste, or hear something before they’re truly sold on it. Scentsy is no different.

Where I get the wax to use –

I don’t pay for the wax I use to make samples. When I place an order I always make sure it’s at least $150 or more so that I can take advantage of the hostess benefits, including free and half off items. The wax I get with those perks is what I use to make the samples. Generally I like to use the bricks, as it’s a better value; but I have also been known to use bars sometimes too. Note: Scentsy bricks are being discontinued at the end of February 2012. So depending on when you are reading this, you may want to stock up before they’re gone, or … don’t worry you can use bars just as easily!

What scents I use –

I have a couple standards that I like to use: Welcome Home and Clean Breeze. I chose those because they are drastically different from each other. Clean Breeze and Welcome Home are in the Favorites category so those are definitely flagged as popular. Other times I’ll use whatever the featured Scent of the Month happens to be. It doesn’t really matter what scent(s) you choose to use. No matter what – some will love it; and others not.

The process –

I generally start with a brick (see above if you’re reading this after bricks have been discontinued, then bars are fine to use too). Then chunk off some wax with a butter knife, enough to fill a microwave safe dish. I use a 2 cup Pyrex. (Shown here Rustic Lodge brick)
Microwave long enough to liquefy the wax – approx. 2-3 minutes. (Shown here Clean Breeze bar)
Pour the liquid wax into candy plastic molds. You can generally find the molds at craft stores such as Michael’s or Hobby Lobby or various places online. You can oft times grab a coupon to these stores for 25-40% off their websites. The shape of mold you use is up to you. Some people like to get fancy and use hearts around Valentine’s Day or leaves in the fall, etc. I mail many of my samples, so I have chosen to use very plain, simple rectangle molds – similar to the Andes chocolate mints you get at restaurants with your bill. This way they are thin enough to avoid paying extra postage due to the USPS non-machinable surcharge.
I allow them to sit on the counter for a few minutes to start to harden. When I can safely move the wax filled molds, I put them into the freezer for about 5-10 minutes to finish hardening. This step also allows them to easily pop out of the molds by merely turning them over.
While the wax is in the freezer I prepare my business cards, which I purchased from my company‘s internal marketing supplier – Scentsy Success, annotating the back with the scent of the sample. (Note: Scentsy Success no longer offers these business cards, but I do have another vendor who does offer them, contact me if you’d like the contact info). I prefer simplicity and to work smarter, not harder. Therefore I have a couple of self inking stamps that I ordered from vistaprint.com. They are offered for FREE quite frequently – I just pay the price of postage which is generally $5 (+/-) depending on if you order other free items as well. The stamps I ordered simply have the name of the scent on them – that’s it, such as Clean Breeze. I set out a couple rows of business cards on the counter and in assembly line fashion stamp many at one time. By the time the wax is ready to come out of the molds, the ink has also adequately dried on my biz cards, so that they won’t smear.
My samples are then placed into 2” x 3” bead bags. These tiny zip lock bags can also be purchased at craft stores, Walmart, Target, Meijer or online. I paid $1.09 for 100 bags at Meijer.
The sample is then stapled to the back of my business card. I have heard of some consultants using larger bags and placing their business cards inside the ziplock. I don’t care for that method because the card could become oily or goopy if the wax melts. Also I think it’s easier to rip the sample off, then actually place it in a warmer, or purse, wallet, glove box, drawer, linen closet, etc. and then keep the card handy for future use.
The end. Samples made. Because you’re making these Scentsy samples in bulk, assembly line process it really does go quickly. You can make a large quantity in a short amount of time.

Where do I leave samples?

Now that you know how to make Scentsy samples you may want to read this article that talks about where you can leave them. I just wanted to put it out there how I make mine. As I mentioned, there are many ways you can make samples. This is just one method.

People often ask me what have I found most beneficial in building my Scentsy business. The two tools that have helped me the most are 1: This www.ThrivingWorkFromHome.com website and 2: samples.

Keep it simple!

About the Author: Laurie Ayers is a WAHM from Michigan and a Superstar Director with Scentsy Wickless Candles. She enjoys helping others start and maintain a candle business. You can find Laurie at https://la.Scentsy.us or http://www.ThrivingCandleBusiness.com

Surprising Scentsy Scents

Admin — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:03:49 +0000

Scentsy scents may surprise you when warmed.

We all have our favorite candle scents. We tend to stick with similar scents that we know are safe bets such as spice, bakery, cologne, fruit, floral, etc. If you’re like me, it’s difficult to break into a new category if you already know you tend to like a particular category.

I am one who enjoys scents like Hendrix (men’s cologne) or Oats and Honey (reminds me of oatmeal cookies), so when I come across one that is more clean or floral I’m not generally a fan. However, I will readily admit that I have been guilty of not giving scents a chance. If I didn’t care for the smell of a particular candle bar at room temperature, it generally just sat on the shelf.

I’ll even go as far to admit that at times I have said to myself, “Well no one will buy this one, so I guess I’ll stick it in the warmer and save the good ones for the paying customers.” That was stinkin’ thinkin’! That self serving gesture proved to be a catalyst to change my opinions about some scents. When I warmed them, I actually liked them, and not just a little bit to tolerate them, but actually found a new scent that I really liked to scent my home.

I’ve heard similar comments from my team members. In March 2012, Scentsy’s featured Scent of the Month is a scent called Sunlit Morning. A few consultants admitted it was not their cup of tea; but I reminded them that I’m sure it would be for their customers and encouraged them to give the scent a chance and warm it. Not surprisingly they did, and their minds were also changed when they smelled it warm vs. room temperature.

It’s no different than trying on clothes in a store. Stacey and Clinton, from the television show What Not to Wear, are constantly telling their makeover guests that they have to try on the outfits. They can’t make a fair evaluation of how it will look on them just from how it looks on the hanger.

The same in true for Scentsy wax. Don’t immediately discount it as something you don’t like simply because it’s different from what you normally like to try. Give scents a try here. You may be pleasantly surprised to learn a great Scentsy scent is just waiting to be warmed.

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