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What is a Scentsy Basket Party – Pt. 2

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In continuing with the Scentsy Basket Party theme – since my last post discussed what kind of scent samples to include and how many, it seemed only fitting that this one should cover ways to package your BP.

By definition, a basket is “A container used to hold or carry things, typically made from interwoven strips of cane or wire.“   Many original Scentsy basket parties started off in wicker baskets, similar to a sewing basket or picnic basket.   Thus the name: Basket Party.   However over the years, basket parties have taken on many different looks. The concept remains the same – in that you’re essentially handing a party in a box to a hostess to collect orders without the need of you actually being there to facilitate a party.

What you type of container you use isn’t important. It’s really a matter of preference and also a matter of where it is going and how you will get it there.   If you’re mailing it across country, then a USPS Flat Rate Box works well. You can even include return postage so the hostess can return whatever components you need back.

I heard a story of a consultant’s husband bringing a black duffle bag into work – contents: Scentsy basket party.   The husband’s secretary liked to be the host, but her employer wouldn’t allow it on company time. So she held basket parties on the down-low and the boss was none the wiser!

Other ideas you could use: wicker baskets, craft totes, picnic baskets, sewing baskets, tackle boxes, lunch boxes, travel coolers or fabric bins. The only factors to keep in mind are to keep it portable, somewhat lightweight and practical. What I mean by practical is organized. [Read more…] about What is a Scentsy Basket Party – Pt. 2

What is a Scentsy Basket Party?

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Scentsy Basket Party: Method of collecting Scentsy orders; generally consisting of a host, catalogs and scent samples presented as an alternative to home parties.

Taken directly from the Scentsy consultant websites: “Scentsy Basket Party: If your guests can’t make it to your party, bring the party to them! While it may not offer the full social experience of a home party, the Scentsy basket party is the perfect alternative for guests-on-the-go. I will provide you with a beautiful display basket full of Scentsy product samples, order forms, and all the information you need. You’ll have 10-14 days to share it with as many people you can at as many locations you like. Then you’ll return the basket””and completed order forms””to me to be processed.”

The most important thing to keep in mind about a Scentsy Basket Party (BP) is that there is no one way to conduct one.   There are so many options in how you choose put a BP together.  The options are limitless.   Below are some choices to consider:

What to use as scent samples?

Some consultants choose to use the party testers that were included in the Starter Kit.   Other Scentsy consultants purchase the optional Mini-testers that are available under Business Supplies. Still others opt to make their own samples.   There are pros and cons to each type of scent sample.

Party Testers:   Starting in January 2011 the starter kits now include “slim testers” which are less cumbersome than the original ones. Pro – No extra expense needed as you already have them.   Con – Size and space may still be a factor; the need to get them returned to you in good condition; many hands and noses on them could present a germ factor.

Optional Mini-testers:   These are tiny miniatures of the party testers.   You may purchase these as an entire set or in sleeves of five of all the same scent. Pro – They’re small and don’t take up much room; inexpensive to purchase.   Con – Because they’re so tiny, some consultants don’t believe they hold the same amount of scent or that the scent doesn’t last as long; while relatively economical to purchase, it’s still an added expense and because it is a business supply they do not count toward volume nor pay commission; the need to get them returned to you in good condition; many hands and noses on them could present a germ factor. [Read more…] about What is a Scentsy Basket Party?

Did You Pay Your Stupid Tax Yet?

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Stupid Tax is defined as an amount of money spent or owed as a result of a poor choice or honest mistake made in some aspect of your business.

Most business owners pay Stupid Tax at some point. Some pay it repeatedly; others only pay it once.   The thing to remember about Stupid Tax, is that when you pay it, don’t fret.   Don’t beat yourself up over it; and don’t get upset. Just know you’re not alone, learn from it and move on.

To know that you’re in good company.   I asked some consultants in the Direct Sales industry if they’d be willing to share some of the Stupid Tax they paid. below are some actual examples.

1. Under charged a customer for postage. Someone wanted to purchase some of our products but she lived in another country; a country that my company at the time, did not ship to. So I told her that I would order what she wanted and have it shipped to my house. Then if she wanted to pay postage for me to mail it to her, I’d repackage it and ship it to her. I think I charged her $10 to ship it. When I took it into the post office I learned that I it was going to cost me $32 to mail it! I had already quoted $10 to the customer and she paid it, so I wasn’t about to go back to her for $22.   It was my fault. I had to eat it.   Stupid Tax.

2. A well respected online radio host approached me about donating product for goodie bags for a very specific target market. I knew that she wouldn’t be involved with something unless it was a top-notch affair and the recipients were absolutely in my market. It was also a good cause, so I agreed to it. She needed a large number of individual donations (not samples), plus catalogs for everyone.   When all was said and done, I invested about $1,600.00 USD in this donation.   I never would have spent this much had I not done thorough research and felt confident it had a very good opportunity and high probability for return on my investment. However, I did not receive one single reorder or recruit, or one inquiry. It was a total bust. Zonked. Stupid Tax. [Read more…] about Did You Pay Your Stupid Tax Yet?

Overcoming Challenges of Booking Home Parties

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One of the most common challenges of being an independent consultant with a home party plan is the ability to get constant bookings.   If you can’t keep your calendar full, it’s difficult to have success in a home party business.   Below are three widespread reasons for less than stellar results in getting bookings. Keep reading, as it is also followed with solutions to overcome these challenges.

The people you talk with aren’t the party-hostess type. It may be that simple. They’re just not into having people over while someone tries to sell them something. Have you ever tried to convince your grandma to try skateboarding? Or tried to sell someone who only buys products made in the USA to purchase a foreign car? There are times that no matter what you say, you will not cause a cat to change her stripes.

You predetermine who would and would not be interested. You’ve decided in your head, “oh so and so wouldn’t be interested.” You don’t even give her the opportunity to consider it. You’ve already decided that her answer will be, “No.”   If you have these psychic abilities to read minds, this may be another career more suited for you, Oh Great Swami. [Read more…] about Overcoming Challenges of Booking Home Parties

What Does it Mean to Rebrand?

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Rebranding is a frequently misunderstood business term. If done properly it can send your business to new heights; however if done improperly or for the wrong reasons, it could be the start of the end for your business as you know it.   To further highlight this concept, I interviewed Kelly McCausey, who has made quite a name for herself within the freelance and work at home community.

One of Kelly’s many successful endeavors was WAHM Talk Radio. I say was because she recently rebranded.   What was formerly enjoyed as Work at Home Mom Talk Radio is now known as Solo Smarts.   Read below for insightful information on the recent, exciting change.   As you are reading the interview consider if it may be time to rebrand your own business.

TCB: I’ve known you for a long time, and when I need to give a quick elevator speech who you are when referencing your talent, skills and abilities I generally say something along the lines of Awesome Internet Marketing Coach, focusing on the WAHM community.   But now that your baby is grown up and moved out of the home do you still consider yourself a WAHM?   What is a good quick way to describe who you are or what you do?

Kelly: I fell in love with the WAHM community back in 2002 and feel grateful for my years as a work at home mom. When Sean first moved out, I didn’t feel that different about myself.   It wasn’t until this past Spring that I realized how much my life had changed and how little I could personally identify with the life of a work at home mom. I don’t juggle work with taking care of kids or car pools or late night feedings, it’s just me and me and me.

Of course I still have a big heart for moms who want or need to build a business at home and I still hope to engage and inspire as many as possible.

How long did you consider the idea of rebranding and was there something or someone who helped confirmed you were ready for the change?

I started feeling the need for a change about three months ago.   I have operated with complete authenticity from the beginning and felt I was losing that.   As I sat down to record Work at Home Moms Talk Radio, about 10 minutes in nothing I’d been talking about had anything to do with work at home moms. I stopped the recording, hit delete and started over – but it didn’t feel right.   I had to admit it was time to call it quits. [Read more…] about What Does it Mean to Rebrand?