Whiff that Wax

This new year, think about the things that didn’t happen in your business and in your life. Were you trying to force the outcome? There are ways that a person can force the outcome and in some instances can be by trying to fill a customer with so much pressure to buy. Sometimes we stay in the circle of family and friends thinking that they are going to make us rich.

We stay poor because our mindset level is poor because we don’t think ahead so we don’t make the effort to move out of our comfort zone. This new year, write down very detailed, specific goals that can help you realize that what you have done so far is not working. How do you know it’s not working? Because you are not seeing results and you complain most of the time that things are not hapoening instead of finding a solution.

Solutions can include re-learning something that you already knkw about but haven’t mastered yet. For example, if you are not getting enough bookings, find out your approach towards a person to offer them the chance to earn free products and half priced items. Are you sharing the benefits of hosting a party? Or, are you just babbling or “begging” for them to jost one because otherwise you will go inactive?

Think about what the other person might think if you approach them this way. Do you think they will join under you in the future? Our actions create consequences and it can be very hard on you and your business. Learn how to reword that so that it can be enticing enough for the person to delight in every word you say.

Personal development is so important for a person who is running a business of any kind because ot helps you to grow as a perdon. Read books that help you grow, empower other people and grow your business. Ask yourself, what would they like to see next on my business? I have noticed so many direct sellers using the “I don’t like this so I know my customer won’t like it.” But, how do you know? Have you asked? Or, are you assuming? This is the biggest mistake you can make in your business. Why?

We are making decision for them instead of them making decisions for themselves. We tend to force the outcome because we need money now. If we don’t put our customers needs first, your business is not going to survive. Let them make the decisions. Hiwever, if they ask for your educated decision, then jump on it. When I say educated decision, I’m assuming that you have taken the trainings provided by your company which can be found in your backoffice. If you haven’t, how do you expect to see results?

Another way that we may be forcing the outcome, it’s by asking those who have been through the pricess first because it’s easier and that way we don’t have to search in our back office. With all due respect, that is laziness. Laziness is not going to get you where you want to be. We need to train ourselves to become go-getters, leaders in the making, and powerful businesswomen in order to teach others to do the same. This is a poor attitude and having a microwave mentality is not the way to go.

Instant gratification is a way to get yi3u to the bottom. It is taking us to the deepest part of failure. It’s going to the opposite way. Treat your direct sales business as a regular corporate job. We have become so complacent in this industry because everything is given to us in our hands with hardly any effort. However, if you are striving to be a leader in this industry, instant gratification and a poor mindset will not get you there.

Get your heart and mind right so that you can experience fulfillment in its entirety in this industry. Stop limiting yourself because I’m sure you’re better than this. It is time to renew your mind.

• Moisturize your skin
• Invest in a humidifier to maximize moisture
• Drink lots of water
• Choose a cleanser carefully
• Exfoliate for radiant skin (but don’t do this often)
• Avoid hot showers and baths
• Wash with lukewarm water
• Protect your skin with sunscreen (it’s not just for summer!)
• Don’t forget to moisturize before going to bed
• Don’t forget to care for your hands
• Give some love and attention to your feet
• Follow a daily skin care routine
• Exercise
• Eat healthy
• Get enough sleep
• Use gentle soap
• Don’t use a washcloth or loofah
• Take in more antioxidants
• Don’t forget your lips
• Eat lots of fruits and vegetables

I hope you all enjoyed this quick winter skin care tips that you can incorporate into your daily routine. For any skin care concerns, I recommend seeing a dermatologist. Please follow me on social media for more tips.

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Many of us have made a comment at one point in time that we want to save money. By the end of January, like any other goal we set, we give up. Think about the reason why you want to save money. What are the short-term goals? I believe that for anything you set out to do in life, always start small because this will reduce the feeling of overwhelm. Start using a journal and record your goals so that this tool can represent your accountability of this goal.

A journal can also represent and be used as a system. When we have systems in place, we are creating habits that will allow us to meet those goals with no excuses. I consider a journal an excuse buster especially when you take a look at it at least 3 times a day. If you’re not a journal person, create a system that works for you. The system can include creating a separate savings account dedicated to your goals.

Start a no-spending fast for a month. Getting rid of bad habits that have destroyed our goals can take time to master. Each paycheck, you can set aside a certain amount to put it towards your savings account. Money that you don’t see, money that you can’t spend. Give yourself 6 months into putting money towards your savings account and see how far you’ve come.

Print your bank statement and use a bold color to highlight areas you’ve spent the most. Eliminate those small purchases that are taking your goals away. If that means giving up Starbuck for six months, you can do this. Make coffee at home and add flavored creamer to it. If you truly want to fmdo this, it is time to get serious.

Let’s talk about Netflix, Disney Plus, Fubotv and Hulu Plus. Do you really need those subscriptions? When was the last time you went to the gym? If you haven’t used them for a long time, cancel them. Today, I cancelled Fubotv and Disney Plus because we truly didn’t enjoy them. We noticed that all that was available was the same shows and movies. It was a waste if money that we could’ve used in another way.

Unexpected changes in life can take a toll. Be prepared for them. It can be layoff, an illness or the birth of a child. Rethink your savings strategy as your lifestyle changes.

If you want to live your best life, start with your finances.

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Happy Savings!

• Start small
• Change one behavior at a time
• Talk about it
• Don’t beat yourself up
• Ask for support

Researchers say about 60 percent of us make New Year’s Resolutions but only about 8 percent are successfully achieving them (“10 Top New Year’s Resolutions for Success and Happiness in 2019”, 2019). I recommend reading this one book and this one book as they will help you create a vision for the goals you want to achieve by creating a morning routine.

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This coming new year we should try different ways to get more customers in our business. When starting a new business venture, the first step should be to get customers into your business and the second step should be to get (if you can) as many samples as you can.

One thing I know for sure is not to focus on making samples yourself. I have discovered that although it is a fun way to make samples, it is a waste of time especially if you can use that time to find customers for your business.

It is important to build a strong business even if you have been in business for a long time. Striving to get your 100 customers list may sound like a HUGE thing to do, but if you break it down into small attainable steps, it can be done. This new year the goals should be to get customers out of your social media platforms and go out there where there are people that need to know you’re open for business.

So here are two ideas I have tried over the years that can not only bring fun into your life, but prospects into your business. These two ideas are a great way to meet people and can bring children to you who are a great source for attracting their moms into your business. Before I share these ideas, you will need to be prepared with these items on hand.

Note: You don’t have to have everything I used, but you can tailor it to your needs.

1. Sample Packs (see my blog post on this topic)
2. Pack of bottled water (summer activity)
3. Chips and Candy (summer activity)
4. Homemade coffee (winter activity)
5. Hot water (winter activity)
6. Tea bags and hot cocoa packets (winter activity)
7. Hot beverage cups, sugar, creamer packets and stirrers

Let’s talk about the winter activities first since that’s where we’re at now. Black Friday already happened but we’re going to focus on all those people waiting outside in the cold weather waiting for the doors to be opened to go shopping and grab some deals. You may not be one of these people (like me 😁), but here’s the point I’m going to make.

These people are already prepared to wait in line the day before Black Friday. Tailgating has its benefits for your business. Advice: Never go alone to these types of activities. Make sure a friend or family member goes with you. Those sample packs should have a sticky note outside of them because you’re not just giving out these bags, you are collecting their information to follow up with them to find out how they liked your samples.

In order to do this, your partner (whomever is keeping you company that day) will be offering and serving their hot beverage to those waiting to go shopping. You will introduce yourself as their Consultant while serving them their hot beverage. Make sure you have a set amount of sample packs you want to give out that day. Do this each year at a different location so that you spread your wings throughout the community.

In the summertime, find out where the baseball games are taking place. I’m not referring to big name baseball games, but the community baseball games that take place in a school’s playground. They are free and you can set up there and don’t have to pay a penny. At these games, bring the following (again, tailor it to your own needs):

1. Folding table
2. Chips and Candy
3. Pack of bottled water
4. Sample packs
5. Drawing slips
6. One inexpensive gift basket with your products in it

Children will be attracted to the candy you will have at your table. They are the best prospects you can ever meet because they will encourage their parents to visit your table. At these summer events, I do sell water, soda, chips, and candy. The money you make out of these items can help you purchase additional samples to prepare more samples packages for the next event. You do not need a permit to sell at these free games. However, make sure you find out about what it’s required in your state. This idea of setting up a table at the summer games was given and encouraged by my neighbor who attends these events every Saturday during the summer. I set up my table from 10am-2pm and not only did I enjoy a good game, but I met so many people who were interested in what I had to offer. This is how I build my customer base during the slow summer months.

If you liked this blog post, please make sure you follow me and share your own ideas for these two seasons of the year.

Let the new year be a year of no more excuses and more action. There are ways to do this. You can do this!