Testimonial
Sharon Hayns - Independent Sales Director and Beauty Consultant - Mary Kay Cosmetics
What
are the start up costs for your opportunity?
£85
basic kit or £185 for the kit plus inventory.
How
many years has your company been trading?
Since
September 1963 – started in Dallas, been in the UK for 16 years
– Head office Savile Row, London
What
type of selling is involved?
It
is direct selling – we teach ladies skincare and makeup in
their own home with small numbers (upto 6) – everyone will try
the products on their face, we personalise the products to match
skintone, skintype. We also offer makeup lessons on a 1:1. You can
sell products online, through catalogues, however the philosophy of
the company is that you try before you buy, and there is no
obligation to purchase.
There is great company support with literature, dvd’s, workshops. Then there is ongoing training with your director in the area that you live, or with another director if your directors training is too far to travel. This are held either weekly or monthly, depending on the director. We also have two huge company events, one in March and one in September.
What
are the basic initial commission rates?
The
commission rates for selling are 30 or 40%. To earn 40% you must
retail £350 in one month, and then the 40% carries over for the
next two months, even if you just order 1 item you would receive 40%.
To qualify for 30% you have to retail £185 every 3 months.
Most consultants are on 40%
There is also the opportunity to earn recruiting commissions of anything from 4% to 30% (dependent on your position)
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What
products/services do you provide to sell?
Skincare,
colour cosmetics, bodycare, acne treatment, men’s range,
suncare and fragrance. I also offer bridal makeup, prom makeup,
makeup lessons for brides getting married abroad.
What
does your company offer?
Great
free training, a good range of products that are wanted in todays
market of ‘Looking good’. An opportunity to grow, make
friends, be your own boss however with a great support network.
What
can someone joining your company realistically expect to earn?
Average
class sales when you first start are £150, take about 2hrs, so
can expect to earn about £30 an hour. This obviously varies
from class to class. The re-order business is another way of earning
income, plus the recruiting side. If
you were to do 3 classes per week, average would be £180
profit, plus the possibility of recruiting commissions.
Does
stock have to be bought in advance and stored by the distributor?
No
– however there are some great incentives in the first 3 months
to help start your business.
Are
there any restrictions on earnings?
No
Are
there territories in which you have to sell within?
No
Does
someone joining your opportunity have to meet certain criteria or
targets?
No
What
sets your opportunity apart from the others?
The
support network, the products sell themselves, great customer
service, no pressure, the chance to be yourself
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What
are the ways in which you can earn money from your opportunity?
Its
up to you, I personally chose bridal work, offering brides the chance
to get their skin in the best condition before the big day, then
applying their makeup on the day, together with bridesmaids, mum etc.
What
bonuses and incentives do you have and how easily achieved are they?
The
company have ongoing incentives, competitions etc., you can win
diamonds, holidays, cars, and also lots of smaller items for the lady
or man that does this as a hobby or small part time job.
Can
anyone be successful with this opportunity?
Yes
– however you must be willing to put in the effort, as with all
opportunities, if you don’t work you won’t get the
rewards.
Is
there anything else you would like to say about your opportunity?
I
became a consultant 10 years ago, with no experience in the beauty
industry, only ever working in offices. I had no idea what I was
doing, however with the support and belief from others around me, I
grew into a confident lady that now runs her own business, and
hopefully inspires others to do the same. I have a small team of
ladies from all walks of life who have become consultants for all
different reasons, however we all love what we are doing, and that’s
making others feel and look good.
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