The Time is Right!

I can't take credit for this post, my upline leader composed it, but I couldn't have said it better myself so I wanted to include it here for you all to read!

This is the BEST TIME EVER to be building a network marketing or direct sales business. There are 3 very important trends happening right now (both in the United States and several countries around the world) which are converging to make your business opportunity VERY attractive. The bottom line – you are sitting right in the middle of a “sweet spot,” that is positioning your business for some real growth in the next few years.

Here’s why:

1. Big challenges in our economy
Although the economy has improved since the crash of 2008, there are still plenty of people who are concerned about being laid off or their overall financial security. Many people are still wary of the stock market, and not expecting much growth in real estate any time soon. This is all good news for you.

Perhaps the greatest gift people have experienced through the challenges of the last few years is the realization that we can’t rely on “traditional methods” to make money, or trust in others to take care of our financial security. Having a “Plan B” isn’t just a nice idea, it’s a total necessity.

There’s a big wake-up call happening – which is inspiring many more corporate execs and working professionals to look to less traditional ways to generate capital, including network marketing. And this trend is going to continue, as the reputation and credibility of the network marketing/direct sales profession continues to elevate around the world.

2. Technology
The rapid growth of the internet, mobile phones, and social media tools like Facebook has literally blown the doors off the network marketing/direct sales profession – making it easier than ever for you to find leads, take care of customers and build a large team (virtually anywhere in the world).

Unlike the “old days” when the start-up costs for new distributors were much higher (and signing up with a company generally meant filling up your garage full of products – which you may or may not sell…) technology has changed everything. Today, it’s easier than ever to service your existing customers (generally with just the push of a button) and even find new ones. Social media platforms like Facebook now boast over 900 MILLION users, and with a little strategy and know how, you can use these tools to find hundreds of super qualified leads for your business.

This new “streamlined, super leveraged” way of building a business is now attracting new people into the profession. From Gen Y college kids to baby boomers, health and wellness professionals to people with degrees up the yin yang… people who previously weren’t that interested in network marketing are now paying attention and getting involved. Experts now predict that this “technology revolution” will make network marketing/direct sales a “household word” – and TENS of MILLIONS of people will be getting involved in companies just like yours in the next decade. Obviously, this is fantastic news for you!

And the MOST important reason to be in network marketing/direct sales right now…

3. More women than ever are leaving the corporate world to start businesses from home
Fed up with the stress, long hours, low pay and corporate politics, women are leaving the traditional job market in droves, and starting businesses from home – at the rate of over 400 a day here in the US (and that’s a trend that’s being echoed around the world!)

And many of these women are seeing the potential in network marketing and direct sales, jumping in with both feet – and doing extremely well. Over the years, I’ve had the great opportunity to coach and mentor several ex-corporate gals like this – and I’m constantly amazed and inspired to see how well they do in this profession.

Many of them have quickly replaced their previous incomes, developed large teams (sometimes in many different countries) and now have the kind of lifestyle and free time that just isn’t possible when working in a traditional job.

And most inspiring of all, the women involved in network marketing / direct sales today are NOT just about making money, they’re equally invested in making a DIFFERENCE. I know so many women who are joining this profession, not just because of the money or lifestyle you can create, but because of the ways you can help people literally TRANSFORM THEIR lives through your products, your business opportunity, and even by channeling the money you make in your business towards causes that are dear to your heart.

The bottom line is, there are PLENTY of savvy, professional women out there who desperately need new options, and your business fits the bill in so many ways. Whether you are a man – or a woman, you’re smart to recruit these gals into your business; all you have to do is find these gals, and show them how YOUR opportunity is the ultimate solution they’re looking for.
--Kris Fairless

Rodan + Fields launches Perskinality

PerSKINality is a brand new engaging comprehensive web tool launched by Rodan and Fields to personalize your skin care needs online. It helps the users understand their skin, and determine which products will best help their skin go the distance. It also enables you to connect with others that have similar conditions, and share ideas on social media. The six possible solutions that perSKINality provides are:

• Lucky and Lovely
• Expressionist
• Sunny Side Up
• Carpe Diem
• Too Hot to Handle
• Heart on My Sleeve

How does it work? Follow this link to the perSKINality page. You will need to upload a picture on the website, but don't worry, it is used for skin analysis only and is not stored. It is best to upload a picture of yourself makeup free to achieve the best analysis. 

Here is the link to perSKINality: https://andreapearce.myrandf.com/Pages/OurProducts/GetAdvice/Perskinality

**Best of all, anyone that completes their perSKINality and orders the recommended solution will receive a FREE full size product from me for the month of October!!!

A Word About Prospecting

So, I come across people everyday that I can share Rodan+Fields with. Some situations will naturally be easier than others. For example, approaching someone at the grocery store - awkward and weird. Approaching another mom at a play group after we have already made a morning full of small talk- easy and natural. It's not even about zoning in with targeted sales approaches. The easiest flow of conversation happens when you are already engaged. It is at this point that normal questions such as, "what do you do?" or "are you a stay at home mom?" are usually asked. BAM! Easy! Hello! Now you are free to just say what you do. Also keep in mind, that not everyone cares, or will want in on this fabulous opportunity and that's okay!! Through consistent sharing though, you will find people that are curious or downright ready to sign on the dotted line. If you strive to talk to 5 people a day, you will eventually build a solid team and start increasing your paycheck.