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I keep seeing these ads on DS and on TV.
I'm wondering if anyone here has any experience with it or knows anyone who has?
If it worked out it would be a great way for me to earn double the money I already do and live comfortably on my own.
I'm from a "rich" neighborhood, though we're far from it, and I work at a "rich" restaurant (cheapest dinner is like $25 per person and I've become acquainted with a lot of millionaires, it's pretty cool I guess).
I work with a lot of older women who are really interested in this kind of stuff (jewelry and other products and what not). Same goes for my neighbors. Every one knows every one in this little suburb, and I have a lot of connections, especially to middle-aged housewives who's husbands are all doctors and lawyers.
So as far as getting a lot of customers goes, I think I MIGHT have a decently good chance, unless they already have an Avon lady, which, now that I think about it, wouldn't be a surprise... shoot.
Is it at least worth a try or am I too young (people might not take me seriously I suppose)?
I'm wondering if anyone here has any experience with it or knows anyone who has?
If it worked out it would be a great way for me to earn double the money I already do and live comfortably on my own.
I'm from a "rich" neighborhood, though we're far from it, and I work at a "rich" restaurant (cheapest dinner is like $25 per person and I've become acquainted with a lot of millionaires, it's pretty cool I guess).
I work with a lot of older women who are really interested in this kind of stuff (jewelry and other products and what not). Same goes for my neighbors. Every one knows every one in this little suburb, and I have a lot of connections, especially to middle-aged housewives who's husbands are all doctors and lawyers.
So as far as getting a lot of customers goes, I think I MIGHT have a decently good chance, unless they already have an Avon lady, which, now that I think about it, wouldn't be a surprise... shoot.
Is it at least worth a try or am I too young (people might not take me seriously I suppose)?
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I sold avon when I was a young mother and wanted to be a stay at home mom. That was back in the 70's when the economy was just as bad as it is now. I did okay, but realy only made enough to help with groceries (diapers, formula, toys r us!!) You are young and you might do better offering to house sit/pet sit for thses people you know. Or you might be able to do some housekeeping for the older folfs for pay. If you are going to a community college, check with them too, cuz they often do job postings on their web site. Good luck kiddo!! Oh and another thing, if you do move out on your own and claim independence for a grant for college, then your dad has to agree to it too. Filing for a Pell grant will require you to submit your parents tax return information.You need to make an appointment with the financial aid adviser, and quick. You need to apply pretty soon to get your grant for next fall. Another thing to consider is to apply for food stamps once you are out on your own. That you have to go to the Department of Human services here in Michigan. Hope this has given you some win-win ideas. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
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The economy is horrible. The unemployment rate is at its highest since world war 2. People are shutting off their cable, cell phones, other luxeries they can live without. They are cutting back on everything, and that includes things like avon which at once time was affordable and is now outrageous. Tupperware is also on the brink of destruction. Its another product that has become too expensive for the average person.
Colleena
I also sold Avon in the 70's. I barely made enough to cover a few groceries. It took a lot of time and most didn't buy. With more and more people cutting out all they can, this probably wouldn't be a good idea. You might want to try it for a few months before you make any decisions.
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