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"After just three years of very part-time effort, we have been delighted with the results...equity share options, a free Mini One car, numerous cash rewards, a fast growing residual income and two all expenses paid luxury holidays. Without any reservations, we can testify to this being an effective and highly rewarding business opportunity."

Jeremy Tromans, Birmingham
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Direct Selling

Over the past decade, a steadily growing proportion of the UK population have become attracted to the idea of having their own small business. Not only as an alternative to conventional employment, coping with early retirement or as a way of supplementing a family income, but also for the sheer satisfaction of being an entrepreneur and being rewarded solely on the basis of achievement. This is the demand that Direct Selling companies aim to satisfy.

The vast majority of manufacturers or suppliers of consumer goods and services would, were it possible, prefer to deal directly with their retail customers. This is precisely what Direct Selling is all about and why it is a growing sector of the home shopping market, with annual sales exceeding £1.6 billion.

Whilst other sectors such as mail order, direct mail and the internet also offer the opportunity to make purchases from the home, Direct Selling companies have a unique advantage. It is the opportunity to give customers the chance to talk to someone who represents the company, knows about the products on offer and, very often, someone who uses the products themselves.

A personal recommendation from a satisfied customer is a powerful endorsement. With most Direct Selling businesses it is also possible to see, touch and sometimes even try out the product before deciding to buy - all with the added bonus of having the order delivered to the home.

Probably the greatest benefit of Direct Selling is its flexibility. Not only are you your own boss, but you choose and work the hours that suit you - ideal if you have family or other work commitments.

Direct selling only requires a very modest initial investment to start your own business - often less than £100. Considering that the average start up cost for a small UK business working from home is around £5,000 - the Direct Selling opportunity offers both the personal satisfaction of creating your own business and a minimal outlay.

Direct Selling owes its continuing success to the thousands of people of all ages and in all walks of life who want to be independent or to have a business of their own.

Direct Selling - Key points to remember

• Select a business with a product range that appeals to you and which you consider to be fairly priced. If you like the product, then you will find it easier to pass that enthusiasm on to others. It's a more important consideration than any earnings claim.
• Beware of exaggerated earnings claims. With a sound business, high earnings are possible, but they require time, hard work and dedication. They are always based on actual direct sales of products to consumers.
• Good Earning Opportunities in Direct Selling require only modest investments. Beware of invitations to take a short cut to a higher appointment by investing large amounts in stock.
• Always ensure that you receive a proper written contract and that you understand it. If the opportunity includes the right to recruit others, then check that it complies with the law. DSA membership is a useful indication of legal compliance.

Further information regarding direct selling:
Direct Selling Association

The Utility Warehouse (Telecom plus) is a lucrative career option, which unlike most traditional careers, offers anyone the opportunity to generate an unlimited and secure residual income.

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