trying to decide of a home business to start

Robin - posted on 05/07/2010

Hi Crystal (and anyone else interested)...I read you have already decided on what to do, but here's a "just in case" suggestion.
Like someone else posted, you have to love your job and product. Well, I've been with Tupperware over 20 years and they just keep getting better. If you're intersted visit my web site;
www.my.tupperware.com/rdecker

Renu - posted on 05/07/2010

Morning Crystal my Name is Renu I am an Esthetician by trade. I also work with Evolv Health. They Have a Proprietry Enhanced Beverage that has many many Health Benefits. I am a walking testamony myself. This is a Great Company that has tons of money to make off from. I am New to direct sales myself. I looked into Many directs sales, example( Pampered Chef, Arbonne, Party lite, Monavie,Beauticontrol) I looked at the startup packages and How Well will I advanced to make money and the cost of my own overhead and How Old is the Company and is there is a similar product out there. I found with people they like to compare. With this Product I haven't found people who compare , the start up is cheap and the over head is very low. and there is no competition. I use my own testamonies and many others as well. Great money to be made from this company. Check out the video links that I am sending you and let me know what you think..
Take care and good Luck
https://secure.evolvhealth.com/ecenter/leads_vid.asp?FLV=jcollins_final_v1_692&CO_LA=US_EN


https://secure.evolvhealth.com/ecenter/leads_vid.asp?FLV=Trey_Blue_090309_sm&CO_LA=US_EN

Renu

Becci - posted on 05/05/2010

Hello My name is Becci and I am a stay at home Mom, My Home business was only $10.00 to start, I do not have inventory, I do not do parties, I get to help at the girls school, go on fieldtrips, the company has been in business since 1883! and is a household name. If this sounds like something you want to look into just contact me.

Lise - posted on 05/05/2010

I would love to talk to you about this. I have some great tried and true suggestions. Can I call you?
Lise

Jennifer - posted on 05/04/2010

Hi Crystal,
I know you have already made your decision, and that is great, I do want to give you my website just in case you would like more information now or in the future for a great business with a no cost start up. Just let me know if you have questions and best of luck in your new endeavor.
~ Sincerely,
Jennifer Foster
www.partylite.biz/candleladyjenn

Melissa - posted on 05/03/2010

I have been doing pampered chef for several months now and I love it! Many money saving tips,recipes and tools that are warrantied! Love it, if you want more info please check out my link.
pamperedchef.biz/melissamomof2

Kelley - posted on 05/03/2010

Crystal, I am a little late in seeing your post but if you have not decided on any at home business yet, I believe I may have some tips to help you decide.

First, you must consider the product - for example, if you are allergic to scents then a candle business probably wouldn't be a good fit. The product you choose to represent should be exciting for you.

Also, I just went to a Women's Conference (much like a Home Show or Auto Show) with a lot of at home businesses represented. If someone on here hasn't already suggested a product that you might be interested in let me know and I will let you know what I was able to learn recently.

Third is the process and cost involved. Each company has a different method of recruiting, signing on and becoming qualified as a representative for that company.

These are just a couple of points for you but I hope they help and if you have any questions I would be happy to help. I have an at-home business but I did not get involved with it for the money, I had different reasons and I am happy with my decision thus far.

Many blessings for you, your family and your decision.
Kelley

Autumn - posted on 05/03/2010

Crystal,
I just wanted to let you know about Discovery Toys. I am an educational concultant and I love it. It's fun, doesn't require a large investment and you get awesome educational toys for your children. Just check out my website and call or email me if you have questions. I really hope to hear from you. I want to help others do this. www.discoverytoyslink.com/autumnoneal
Thanks
Autumn

Melissa - posted on 05/02/2010

WOW! looks like there are a lot of opportunities out there for home based direst sales. I too work from home. My business is Send Out Cards. It is great for both selling and helping others with their direst sales business. No matter what end of the business you are on its a Winner. Check out my website: www.theCardConnection.info
I have been doing this for 9 months now and have almost replaced my husbands full time income! Email me any questions. Or to try sending cards out yourself! I can set up a gift account for you.

Meg - posted on 05/01/2010

I am a stay at home mum and run my own business, I say just find something that you love doing and go for it. Maybe you are good at art painting canvases, needlework, baking, gift baskets, I started my business http://www.facebook.com/pages/STARBUBS/2...!/profile.php?id=23058044664&v=wall I did this because I have 2 girls who love bows and clips to wear in their hair and I started making them for the girls, I had so many compliments on them I started making for friends now sell at markets and have my own website. I dont think you need to sign up with any company to be a wahm just have a look on facebook there are heaps of us on there and we love what we do.
Hope this gives you some ideas.
♥ Meg :)

Cynthia - posted on 04/30/2010

HI,
Check out www.pinkpapayaparty.com/myspaparty
It is new, and ground floor opportunity with products for men, women and children!

Mandy - posted on 04/30/2010

Hi Crystal I'm a representative for a product called Juice Plus. I'm a stay at home mom of 4 kids and I work my business part time from home. I get to share the gift of good health and good nutrition with my family and friends and get paid to do so. Juice Plus is fruits and veges in a capsule and most of us don't have a perfect diet, so it's great for everyone. I have seen some amazing health changes in our family since we started on Juice Plus and made some changes to our diet. Anyway, the company NSA has been around for 40 year, the product Juice Plus has been around for 15 years, and the research behind it is rock solid. I'm having a great time and earing some extra income! Check out my website mhjuiceplus.com. Hope this helps and have a great weekend!!

Deanna - posted on 04/30/2010

Crystal,

This Hotline has just become available Dial (714) 648-2170 for a quick overview.

Contains a brief introduction to the Websafety/Cellsafety products, business opportunity and compensation plan.

Hope it proves to be helpful! :)

Deanna - posted on 04/30/2010

Hi Crystal,

You may want to look into WebSafety / CellSafety. Mentioned in yesterdays NY Times!!
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/29/techno...
WebSafety’s groundbreaking home business not only allows people to earn a great living, but also empowers them to be a part of a NATIONAL MOVEMENT that is making the world a safer place for all children. You can earn a significant income simply by giving a ‘Live’ Demo of provides location tracking and speed monitoring features. Also lets you define certain geographic zones so when your teenager enters or exits that area, you’re notified by text message, and, at your option, no texting is allowed. CellSafety also blocks pornographic Web sites. As well as notifies parents when there is a dangerous message including sexting, pedophiles, cyber-bullying, suicide or gun talk.

The generous compensation plan puts money in Neighborhood Coordinators’ pockets immediately and creates a lifetime residual income that provides real financial security. The potential for unlimited income, along with the tangible reward of protecting children and teens, makes the WebSafety business opportunity extremely rewarding.

Best of luck to you,
Deanna

www.KidsStaySafe.com

Feel free to check out my facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Help-Kids-...

Mary - posted on 04/30/2010

Hi Crystal.
I jumped on the Mary Kay band wagon because it was a company that trained me to put God first, family second, my business third. The company has a proven, debt free record and continues to be listed in the top 100 places for women to work.
Find what works for you. Home based businesses are GREAT. Some of us even get to drive for FREE :)

Mary

Erica - posted on 04/29/2010

Hi Crystal! I would love for you to checkout what I have been doing for the past year. I was in corporate america and wanted to be home with my son more and I am doing that thank the Lord!! check out our website @ www.arbonne.com I never would have dreamed how amazing it has been for my family! Feel free to message me and I can explainin further detail. We have everything from anti-aging skin care, mens line, aromassentials line, acne line, huge makeup line, teen line, detox spa line, bio nutrient line, and huge health and wellness line!!

Trisha - posted on 04/29/2010

I am also a mother of 2 a 4yrs and 22 month old. I am a Mary Kay Consultant. I love it. I schedule it when I want and don't when I don't. If your children are active in groups or sports you will be able to talk to moms while with your kids and come home with a pocket of money. example: I spent 4 hours last week on 2 parties and made $500. Let me know if you would like more details. Please feel free to check out my website at www.marykay.com/tthurman4

Carole - posted on 04/26/2010

I have just the thing. I have barefoot books and teaporia. Here are some of my busineses listed below. Teaporia is free to join, and the other two are low cost. Barefoot books is also free to join, but I also want serious minded people. So if you join, please do be diligent. I am also a great upline, so email me here, if you have any questions. cachech@hotmail.com

It's time for spring celebrations like communions, and graduations. Tea is an awesome versatile drink, and we have kids teas too! Also, we have king tuts lemonades. We have samples at low cost, only .50 a peice, and we have great mixes too!
http://www.teaporia.com/consultants/jrox... get 25% off spec...ially marked teas. For gourmet foods, breads and soups at a low cost and just about everything else try here:
http://www.simplysweetnsassy.com/carole.... Also Try Letters by design for mothers day!
http://lettersbydesign.com/store/aGo.asp...
http://2mysuccess.info/

Pascale - posted on 04/26/2010

Hi! I'm with a new and revolutionary company selling adult sensual products. :) All safe for the body, healthy and non-toxic. The biz is booming and the parties are always in demand. At 50% retail commission (buying discount) you just can't go wrong!

http://www.loveuparties.com/pascale
http://www.partyplancompany.com

Crystal - posted on 04/26/2010

I appreciate everyone posting to let me know about jobs I could do I have recently found one to do and believe it will be a succes but i will keep all if thee in mind in cae it doent go well thanks again

Trista - posted on 04/25/2010

Hi Crystal, Inviting you to take a look at Thirty-One Gifts.
http://www.tristas31.blogspot.com
http://www.mythirtyone.com/trista
Any new Consultant who enrolls between May 1st and June 30th and qualifies in the first 30 days will earn a $99 rebate for your kit. If you choose the $99 Kit and qualify in 30 days, you’ll basically start your business for FREE! Those who select the $149 Kit and qualify in 30 days can earn a $99 rebate as well, making your initial investment only $50!
Qualifying in 30 days is a great start to your business, but doing it in 60 days isn’t “half-bad” either, so Consultants who qualify in 60 days will earn back ½ of the rebate ($49.50)! New Consultants who choose the $149 Kit can earn the $49.50 rebate as well by qualifying in your first 60 days!

Rosalind - posted on 04/24/2010

Hi Crystal, wondering if you've found a lucrative home based business. Let me know if your still looking. I may have just the thing.

Suzanne - posted on 04/24/2010

I agree with Julie, Mary Kay is an excellent company to be a part of and if you go on holidays or move you can easily take it with you.
It is a company made by women for women and it believes in putting family first and making your life as easy as possible.
You make great friends as consultants help each other.

Erika - posted on 04/24/2010

Hi Ladies, hi Crystal!
My name is Erika, and as all of us here, I also have a home based business. As you see, most of the offers are Direct sales companies- and I hate to admit it, but that's where the future is. However, you have to choose smart, because there are so many of them out there! Some of them are selling candles, some cleaning supplies or vitamins, maybe even energy or travel services------ been there, done that- sucked at them. They are dime a dozen ( sorry to say, don't want to hurt anyone's feeling, but how many different vitamins or make ups are there....?), how do you which one is better, which one to choose? Recently my mentor showed me the formula to a business to invest in: 1, serve the market with a product that is NEEDED; ( Think of computers at their first time of introduction)
2,at a TIME it is needed ( cellphones, when we wanted to be free and talk)
3,in a way the market NEVER BEEN SERVED BEFORE ( Starbucks-- where else would you pay $5 for a cup of coffee?! -or rather the chance to hang out and chill)
So --NOT TO PUT DOWN ANY OF THE OTHER COMPANIES!!-
I have found something different, what can revolutionize the Beauty and Weight loss industry, and there is nothing like it on the market. The flagship product is a body reshaping garment , called Body Magic, which allows you IMMEDIATELY look 2-3 sizes slimmer, and on the long run you loose the weight also.
For information on it, please send me an e-mail at era417@gmail.com, and take a look at the website www.ardysslife.com/82SHAPE
Before you make your selection, make sure that you check out all these wonderful offers and you pick the one that best suits YOU---as I see you got many choices here. Do your homework, research the companies, and find YOUR best match.
Best wishes , great success to you and to all of you Business Women!

Shannon - posted on 04/23/2010

Hi, crystal. I am a travel consultant with a great company. It's not expensive, no overhead, no storing any product and you don't have to have any parties (if you don't want to) You can do it part-time or full-time. I do 1/2 a day worth of business. Give me a call or message me and I'll send you info. www.shannonhollins.newplana.com (253) 906-7150. Thanks for listening.

Lindsay - posted on 04/23/2010

Hello Crystal,
If you are still looking for a great company to help you make some extra money & help your family here is some info on what I love. (ive been in direct sales for 5 years & am a stay at home mom!! Finally found a company I love & can have fun with).
I sell Body Applicators. You can see inch loss in 45 minutes. The best part is that it really works! No other company out there has anything like we do with our Ultimate Body Applicators. This company has been in Canada for just over a year now so we are in need of distributors to get our products out there. This is a growing company & there is tons of growth & oppertunity. Untill the end of April it is only 149.00 to sign up. There is lots of support & help to get your business growing. I am here to asnwer any & all of your questions. Lindsay Peterson www.loseitin45.Net 780-244-1516

Paula - posted on 04/23/2010

Try Scentsy it is a fun job, for stay at home mom's or dad's. To purchase the kit is $99.00 plus shipping which includes a warmer, 80 samples, catalogs, forms. Check out my website for details http://www.scentsy.com/PaulaR

Patti - posted on 04/22/2010

Here is the opportunity to stay home with!
I would love to share with you what I do that has allowed me to build a legitimate business from home and be a stay at home mom for the last 14 years!
Check out my website www.momceo.com/patio
I think you will be very interested in what we have to offer.
Look forward to hearing from you!

Patti Olson
www.momceo.com/patio
Proud Member of the MomCEO!
Bringing Mom home to stay!

Debbie - posted on 04/22/2010

Hello Crystal. There are so many families in your position. I am a distributor with Shaklee and feel the products and opportunity they offer are amazing. There is a group called the MAHMA project just for Moms in Shaklee who are building their business and income. If you would like to learn more I encourage you to listen to the opportunity conference call this Saturday. The call is at 10a.m. central and everyone is welcome. The number is 212-990-8000 pin number 6262#. If you would like more information before or after the call you could contact me through my website at ahealthierWHY.myshaklee.com. Good luck in your search. I hope you find the right opportunity for you and your family! Sincerely~ Debbie Nelsen

Shari - posted on 04/22/2010

Hi Crystal. Am a newbie here like you.



Just sent you a mail. Should have posted here I guess.



I have tried many companies over the years, and not actually been what you would say estatic about the products, able to have fun with it and so except for when I was making candles and soaps did not enjoy them.



No matter who you are, you have to enjoy what you are doing, have fun with it and feel like it is worth doing. To me this is all of that and was reasonable to join. Think you would like it. mail is flamelessdesigns@rogers.com

Shelley - posted on 04/22/2010

Hi Crystal...



My name is Shelley and I have been a stay at home mom for a little over 2yrs now. I'm able to drop my girls off at school, have lunch w/my husband, shop at whatever time I choose. And actually clean the hse (lol). Because my business runs on Residual Income...I KNOW I'm getting paid...no matter what! Plus the commissions are extraordinary. My business is called Financial Destination, and we are having a special. You can become an Independent Marketing Director for $40. I came in with a special like this and have never regreted it.



Here is the site if you'd like to take a glance:

http://www.fdioverview.com/361275



You are also welcomed to listen to our 2min sizzle call:

618-355-1615



I also have a vitamin business with GBG:

http://www.mygbgvitamins.com



If you have any questions, feel free to message me so that we can talk.



Good luck in your search. What ever you decide...with determination, and the right support, you're going to be awesome!



Shelley

Zita - posted on 04/21/2010

Hi Crystal, First, I am really trying to stay within the rules of no solicitations but you did ask specifically about working from home so I hope this is ok!!

I am a stay at home Mom of 5, the youngest two are home with me fulltime. I have partnered with a catalog shopping company where people order via an 800 number or online. I don't handle money, or deliver anything. Its residual income and bonuses to be earned. I am having a webinar tomorrow morning, Thursday at 11am PST and another tomorrow evening at 6pm PST if you are interested. Let me know and I will send u the link!

Good luck with whatever u decide to do! :):)

Zita

Melanie - posted on 04/21/2010

Hi Crystal,



I am a rep for Noah's Ark Animal Workshop. We do Stuff-and-Fluff worksops where children build thier own stuffed animals as well as our Bella Bee Glamour Girl workshop where we promote inner beauty as well as outer.



Noah's Ark has also just launched a new home party plan called BellaBeads925. We offer high quality sterling silver and Italian Murano Glass beads and jewelry at an affordable price.



These both offer me time to stay home as needed and be there for my 2 children. I do work with other companies as well, but this is where I spend most of my (business) time. I got into this because I get to work with children and my whole job is to make them smile with a hands-on activity. As a former teacher, that was important to me.



To decide on a home business, you have to think about a product that you can get excited about. If it is for a direct sales company, then think about teh things that you would love to get for yourself. If you want to start something up from scratch, go with something that you already love to do. A friend of mine did this and now has a costumed character party/event business that is becoming quite successful in its first year. She has the enthusiasm and the drive. And she LOVES it. And that is the key - enjoy yourself.



I hope you find something that fits. If you want to talk more, just let me know.



-Melanie



(I edited this after the fact to comply with the no solicitation rules. Hope I got it right. Sorry)

Cynthia G - posted on 04/21/2010

Hi Crystal, I've been a stay at home mom for about 2 years, I started a home daycare that has really been successful. But within the last month or so I started with Scentsy it has been going great for me. I've already given myself 3 rasies. It only cost $99 to start and the product sells itself. If you want more info reply and we can talk over the phone. My website is cgrady.scentsy.us. Check it out

Julie - posted on 04/21/2010

Hi Crystal, I don't know if have heard of the Mary Kay oppurtunity, But its a great company to work for, call me And I will tell you more or I can send you the info! here is my link http://www.marykay.com/juliefarnham

Crystal - posted on 04/20/2010

hello thanks so much yes i would love to hear more about it plz

Crystal - posted on 04/20/2010

yes crystal I would love to know more about it plz

Eileen - posted on 04/20/2010

Hi Crystal,
I would love to share my experiences with you as also a mom of 2. My daughter is in 1st grade, and my son is in 3rd grade. I volunteer in their classrooms, and have been able to go on every single field trip with them...and I am a single mom! You are in a great position to start a home business, as you have a working husband. If you approach a home business, (whether you work part or full time) as a business and not just a hobby you pick up every now and then, you can become hugely successful. Success, of course, is defined by what your goals are...and then even blowing the doors off of them :) ! I am involved with a company that has an annual revenue of $400m in a $60B Indusrty!!! (And growing...capturing massive market share) Our business is helping others, and in the process you help yourself. Send me a reply if you would like to hear all about it. You can also send a text to79274 and type in eileen2. I look forward to hearing from you, Eileen

Crystal - posted on 04/20/2010

Hi Crystal. Welcome to Circle of Moms. I am also the mother of 2 young children and am having a fantastic time with my home business, that I run with my spouse. If you'd like to watch a quick 5 minute video from my company, send me a message. I would also be glad to answer any questions you may have about working from home.



Wish you the best in your search,

Crystal