Category: Sell Avon

Amplify Your Order Incentive: How to Earn Free Products and Bonuses

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

June 15, 2024

Photo by Ekaterina Shevchenko on Unsplash

Avon has a new incentive for all Representatives! The Amplify Your Order Incentive runs from Campaign 12 to 17, 2024 (June 5 to August 27), and there are several ways to earn!

All Representatives can earn a FREE Surprise Product Bundle by placing a $200+ order in at least five of the six campaigns.

Inactive Representatives who reinstate can earn a Free Shipping Code by placing an order of $75+. (An inactive Representative is a Representative who has not placed an order in 6 to 26 campaigns.)

Leaders can earn a one-time $50 Bonus for every 10 reinstated representatives who qualify.

Here are all the details:

HOW TO EARN YOUR BUNDLE:

All Representatives: Place qualifying campaign orders at or above your minimum order size goal 5 out of the 6 campaigns during Campaigns 12-17 and earn an exclusive free product bundle, redeemable in your Campaign 18 or 19 orders.

  • Orders must be $200+ in at least 5 campaigns to qualify.
  • Minimum order size must be achieved in 5 out of the 6 campaigns. You are allowed one grace campaign to miss a qualified order and still earn reward.
  • Multiple orders within one campaign are cumulative toward that campaign’s order goal. Qualifying orders cannot be cumulative across multiple campaigns toward one campaign’s order total goal.
  • Your exclusive surprise product bundle will be redeemable in Campaign 18 or 19.
  • You can earn a maximum of one bundle.

HOW TO EARN FREE SHIPPING & BONUS:

  • For Removed/Reinstated Representatives: Place your first order of $75+ and earn a Free Shipping code to use on your next order.
  • Free Shipping code will be sent via email at the beginning of the campaign after achievement.
  • For Leaders: Earn a one-time $50 bonus for every 10 Reinstated Representatives who place a qualifying order of $75+.
  • Bonus will be paid in the campaign following the campaign you achieved as a one-time payment to your Avon Wallet. You must have an Avon Wallet account to redeem the cash bonus.

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES:

  • LEADER ELIGIBILITY FOR BONUS: (“Amplify Your Order Incentive”) is open to all authorized Avon Representatives (“Representatives”) with a leadership achievement level Promoter and above (U.S.) or Candidate (CA) who are legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia. All qualifying titled Promoter and above (U.S.) and Candidate and above (CA) will be rewarded a one-time $50 bonus for each New Representative bonus earned. There is no limit to the number of Representatives in their downline for whom they can earn.
  • The Representative’s account must be active and in good standing (past due no more than one campaign with a balance of less than $500.00) to qualify for the Amplify Your Order Incentive (“Incentive”) and remain in good standing through the close of Incentive, Campaign 17, 2024, or the account will be disqualified. Avon reserves the right to review and withhold rewards for past due account balances over $500, at any point in the review process.
  • All orders, including Online Store and What’s New Preview Products count toward order goals.
  • The awarded bundle is redeemed within the shipment of your C18 or C19 order. If no order is placed in C18 or C19, you will forfeit reward.
  • Qualifying Orders cannot be cumulative across multiple campaigns toward one campaign’s order total goal. Multiple orders within one campaign can be cumulative toward that campaign’s order goal alone.
  • One grace campaign is given within the Incentive timeframe for bundle award only. You must place a qualifying order in 5 out of the 6 campaigns to earn bundle award.
  • Award bundle products will be subject to change due to availability and inventory and may be substituted at equal or greater value.
  • Awards received cannot be substituted or transferred.
  • Avon reserves the right to adjust rules and regulations or cancel the Incentive at any time, at its sole discretion.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit all performance data when determining Incentive reward eligibility and reserves the right to disqualify or remove any Representative it determines has violated principles of fairness, program intent, or any violation of the Independent Sales Representative Contract or Business Policies and Procedures for Independent Sales Representatives.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit returns. Any returns processed during the Incentive period will be subtracted from the Award Sales of the campaign in which the return is processed and will affect the calculation of the award levels.
  • This program is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • All federal, state, and local taxes, if any, associated with acceptance of the award are Representative’s responsibility.

By participating, Representatives agree that Avon will have no liability whatsoever for, and shall be held harmless by Representative against, any liability, for any injuries, losses or damages of any kind, resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from acceptance, possession, misuse or use of the reward (including any travel or activity related thereto) or participation in this Incentive.

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How to Join Avon in 2024

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

Updated April 1, 2024

Are you looking to earn some extra cash this year, and into the future? The time to get started is NOW! And it couldn’t be easier, because you can join Avon completely FREE, for a limited time! Read on to see what you’ll get.

You will make the right choice with Avon – a company that has been empowering women (and a few good men) since 1886! How many direct sales companies can say that? And how many direct sales companies can offer you all of this:

  • Sign up for ZERO dollars!
  • NO minimum orders required
  • NO inventory stocking required
  • NO assigned territories
  • FREE personal online store that is open immediately
  • FREE training and team support by your mentor (that’s me!)
  • Great incentive programs to earn cash, prizes, and all-expense-paid vacations
  • The opportunity to earn even MORE by building your own team and getting leadership checks!
  • It’s YOUR business to run how it fits into YOUR life!
Become a Representative

You will be part of the Avon Family – and we are a family of sisters and brothers who nurture each other and cheer each other’s successes. You are never alone as an Avon Representative, and I will be here to help and guide you along the way.

Your earnings are based on your level of achievement:

Achievement LevelBeautyFashion & Home
Contender (< $5,000 annual sales) with $40+ campaign sales25%20%
Premier ($5,000+ annual sales)30%20%
President’s Club ($10,000+ annual sales)40%25%

Right now, you can join the team for FREE!

**(Please note that the previous options for a $30 starter kit or a $5 donation to the American Cancer Society are discontinued as of April 9, 2024. But no worries! You can create your own economical starter kit with the many value bundles available at a given time. If you need help with choosing, just reach out to me!)

How does Avon work in 2024?

You can choose to sell Avon virtually or in person (or both, which is what most Representatives do)! For more than 135 years, Avon has been leading the way in direct beauty sales. Joining Avon gets you access to the best prices, new products and allows you to earn commission when you share your favorites by creating online content or sharing our easily shoppable brochure.

Once you sign up, I’ll be sending you emails with all the information you need to get your business started. And, of course, I’m always available by phone, text, or email to answer your questions and guide you along the way!

How much time does this take? I’m pretty busy!

Part of the beauty of being an Avon Representative is that you fit it around YOUR schedule – you can sell Avon part-time or full-time. You put as many hours into your business as you see fit. Of course, the more time and energy you spend, the more money you can earn. But you decide your schedule. You’ll get discounts when you place your own orders, and earn commission when you share your favorite products with your networks or when you sell Avon using the brochure (available in paper form or digitally).

Besides commission, are there any other benefits to selling Avon?

Glad you asked! Yes, there are many benefits to becoming an Avon Representative!

  • Avon Perks and Rewards – Exclusive offers and discounts at many retailers and travel companies that you probably already use, plus amazing gifts as you reach your goals!
  • LG Partner Store – Major discounts on LG electronics, appliances, and tech products.
  • Advanced Education Opportunities – Grow with professional development courses through Avon’s education partners.
  • 24/7 Telemedicine – Access to licensed medical professionals, affordable group health insurance, and health care discounts.
  • A digital fundraising platform that you can share with your favorite charities and community causes.
  • Your own FREE website for your customers to shop! (Many direct sales companies charge a monthly fee for their websites.)
  • A monthly Sweepstakes for your customers to enter. (YOU are eligible, too!)
  • The BEST network of women (and a few good men) to be a part of, where you will make lifelong friends!

What business support will I receive when I sign up?

All Representatives receive FREE online support, training, social media tips, and lots more to help you get your beauty business started:

  • Your own personalized online store where your customers can shop 24/7
  • A user-friendly mobile app so you can sell anywhere on the go
  • Your mentor (aka upline), who will help you get your business off the ground and whom you can contact at any time for assistance (that’s me!)
  • Cutting-edge marketing tools to help you connect with more customers online
  • Best-in-class online training on Avon’s YouTube Channel to build skills at your own pace right from home
  • The opportunity to attend (either in person or virtually) the annual AvonConnect conference (this year in Boston!)
  • Access to a huge community of amazing and supportive beauty lovers like yourself
  • Expert customer service support through the Avon Care Center
  • Exclusive discounts for a wide variety of services and offers via the LG Partners Mall and Avon Perks programs

How do I earn and get paid with Avon?

First off, you’ll get 25% off your own orders of $40+ of beauty products (that includes makeup, skin care, personal care, health and wellness and more) as an Avon Representative, and you’ll earn 25% commission on beauty orders of $40+ from customers.

Getting paid is simple. You’ll get most of your earnings — from your online store orders, bonuses, incentive pay-outs, account credits, etc. — paid quickly and easily through the Avon Wallet payment portal.

For orders you deliver, your commissions are based on the difference between the discounted amount you pay and the full price your customer pays you. For example, you sell a lipstick to a customer for $10.00. If your commission level is 40%, you pay Avon $6.00, plus tax, and the rest is your profit.

How often do I have to place orders?

You can order as often as you want, whenever you want! Our most successful Representatives place orders each campaign (every two weeks), as well as share their online store link for 24/7 sales and commissions. To keep your account active and to stay up-to-date, we suggest placing an order in each campaign, or at the very least, once in every six campaigns.

Ready to sign up?

Isn’t it time you started your side hustle? Click here to go straight to the signup page!

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Shine & Strive: A New Incentive for All Avon Representatives

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

October 15, 2023

Attention All Avon Representatives!

Avon has just announced another a new Incentive Program: Shine & Strive!

The incentive is for ALL Representatives, and there are two ways to earn. The incentive will run from Campaign 21 through Campaign 26 (October 11, 2023 – January 2, 2024). You can earn a free product in each of those campaigns, as well as a $100 account credit at the end of the incentive!

Your earned credits can be redeemed in Campaigns 1 and 2, 2023.

You’ll be able to see your sales goal and progress on your Avon Dashboard.

Here are all the details from the Incentives Hub:

SHINE & STRIVE INCENTIVE

FOR ALL REPRESENTATIVES
CAMPAIGNS 21-26, 2023
(OCTOBER 11-JANUARY 2, 2024)

The holidays arrived early and you’ve got two new ways to score free products! Place your first qualifying campaign order and earn a full-size product drop within your shipment, Campaigns 21-26! And earn a $100 product credit when you place orders of $100 or more in 6 consecutive campaigns! Spend your product credit in C1 or C2, 2024.

1ST WAY TO EARN:

Place your first qualifying campaign order at or above your minimum order size goal and earn a full-size product drop within the shipment of achievement, C21-26! Earn a different product each campaign! Premier and President’s Recognition Program Members will receive additional samples along with the full-size product.

ContenderPremierPC+
Minimum 1st Order Size to to earn Product Drop Each Campaign$100$250$500
  • Order size goal is based on your current Campaign Sales Level Title.
  • Order size goal must be achieved with the first order a Representative places within a campaign.
  • The free product will be included within the shipment in which the first order a Representative places is at or above the order size goal.
  • Multiple orders to achieve the order size goal will not qualify for the product drop. Direct Delivery orders will not count.
  • Limited to one product drop per campaign, for the first qualifying order in a campaign only.

2ND WAY TO EARN:

Earn a $100 product credit when you place 6 consecutive campaign orders C21-26 with a minimum order size of $100 each campaign. The product credit is redeemable in C1 or C2.

ContenderPremierPC+
Minimum Order Size each Campaign to earn $100 Product Credit$100$100$100
  • All orders count and Representative must have $100 in cumulative sales each campaign, C21-26.
  • Sales are NOT cumulative between campaigns.
  • Achievers of the $100 product credit will receive the credit in C1, 2024 (January 3, 2024).

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

  • The Representative’s account must be active and in good standing (past due no more than one campaign with a balance of less than $500.00) to qualify for the Shine & Strive Incentive (“Incentive”).
  • To qualify for this Incentive, a Representative’s account must remain in good standing through the close of Incentive, Campaign 26, 2023, or the account will be disqualified. Avon reserves the right to review and withhold rewards for past due account balances over $500, at any point in the review process.
  • 1st Way to Earn: The full-size product is redeemed within the shipment of a qualifying order. Only the first order a Representative places in a campaign at or above the order size goal will qualify for this incentive. Orders placed after the first campaign order will not count either as a standalone qualifier or cumulatively across multiple orders. Direct Delivery orders will not count.
  • To redeem the Avon account credit earned, Representative must have an Avon Wallet account, subject to the terms and conditions of Hyperwallet.
  • Rewards received cannot be substituted or transferred.
  • Redemption for the Account Credit is Campaign 1 and 2, 2024. If Account Credit is not redeemed during that timeframe, reward will be forfeited.
  • Avon reserves the right to adjust rules and regulations or cancel the Incentive at any time, at its sole discretion.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit all performance data when determining Incentive reward eligibility and reserves the right to disqualify or remove any Representative it determines has violated principles of fairness, program intent, or any violation of the Independent Sales Representative Contract or Business Policies and Procedures for Independent Sales Representatives.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit returns. Any returns processed during the Incentive period will be subtracted from the Award Sales of the campaign in which the return is processed and will affect the calculation and payment of the bonuses. Returns processed after the end of the Incentive period will result in any applicable bonus or commission payments being deducted from the Representative’s current account balance.
  • This program is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • All federal, state and local taxes, if any, associated with acceptance of the reward are Representative’s responsibility.
  • By participating, Representatives agree that Avon will have no liability whatsoever for, and shall be held harmless by Representative against, any liability, for any injuries, losses or damages of any kind, resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from acceptance, possession, misuse or use of the reward (including any travel or activity related thereto) or participation in this Incentive.
  • 1900s accounts cannot participate in this incentive.

Not a Representative Yet?

You can still earn this incentive if you join now! Your goal for the six-campaign incentive period will be six consecutive campaigns of $100 or more (including direct delivery orders), which is easily doable!

What’s Next?

Destination Avon 2024 – Sail Away!

How about a 2024 cruise, all expenses paid, including round-trip airfare? The details aren’t out yet, but watch for them to come soon. If you’re already a Representative, you have received an email from Avon with your incentive goal.

If you’re not a Representative yet, but a free cruise sounds appealing, sign up now to get a jump on your sales goal with holiday shopping, already in full swing!

The incentive period runs from Campaign 21, 2023, through Campaign 16, 2024 (October 10, 2023 – August 14, 2024), and the cruise will take place in the fall of 2024.

Prepare to explore crystal blue waters, luxury dining, and so much more in this once-in-a-lifetime experience. You’ll be able to earn a trip for one or two, so get your passport ready!

As soon as the details (like where we’re going, and dates) are announced, I’ll let you know!

Pick Your Perfect Product: A New Incentive for All Avon Representatives

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

Updated September 2, 2023

Attention All Avon Representatives!

Avon has just announced a new Incentive Program: Pick Your Perfect Product!

The incentive is for ALL Representatives, and you will be able to earn up to $200 in product credit when you reach your sales goal. The incentive will run from Campaign 18 through Campaign 20 (August 30 – October 10, 2023), so don’t waste any time getting those sales going, because you’ll want to max this one out!

Your earned credits can be redeemed in Campaigns 21 and 22.

You’ll be able to see your sales goal and progress on your Avon Dashboard.

Here are all the details from the Incentives Hub:

FOR ALL REPRESENTATIVES
CAMPAIGNS 18-20, 2023
(AUGUST 30 THROUGH OCTOBER 10)

Earn up to a $200 product credit when you hit your sales goal — the higher your sales, the bigger your product credit! Whether you’re a top seller or brand-new to Avon, this incentive is for Representatives at all levels — everyone can earn!

  • Your sales goal is based on your sales in Campaigns 15 through 17, 2023. Check your goal and potential product credit in the tracker below.
  • For brand-new Representatives, just reach $250 or more in Award Sales and earn $25 (or more!) in free-product credit.
  • Shop for free products with your account credit in Campaigns 21 and 22.
  • Your account credit will be made directly to your Avon account.
  • Leaders, check out your team’s reporting on your Leadership Dashboard.

AWARD SALES AND MILESTONE ACCOUNT CREDITS,
CAMPAIGNS 18-20, 2023 (3 CAMPAIGNS)

New Representatives & Contenders/Premier*

Award
Sales		Milestone Avon
Account Credit
$250$25
$500$50
$1,000$75
$2,000$100

President’s Recognition Program Members*

Award
Sales		Milestone Avon
Account Credit
$1,000$50
$2,000$100
$4,000$150
$8,000$200

*Total sales from C18-20 will require a minimum increase of 10% vs C15-17.
*Credits are not cumulative

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

  • The Representative’s account must be active and in good standing (past due no more than one campaign with a balance of less than $500.00) to qualify for the Pick Your Perfect Product incentive (“Incentive”).
  • To qualify for this Incentive, a Representative’s account must remain in good standing through the close of Incentive, Campaign 20, 2023, or the account will be disqualified. Avon reserves the right to review and withhold rewards for past due account balances over $500, at any point in the review process.
  • To redeem the Avon account credit earned, Representative must have an Avon Wallet account, subject to the terms and conditions of Hyperwallet.
  • Rewards received cannot be substituted or transferred.
  • Redemption for the Account Credit is C20-21. If Account Credit is not redeemed during that timeframe, reward will be forefeited.
  • Avon reserves the right to adjust rules and regulations or cancel the Incentive at any time, at its sole discretion.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit all performance data when determining Incentive reward eligibility and reserves the right to disqualify or remove any Representative it determines has violated principles of fairness, program intent, or any violation of the Independent Sales Representative Contract or Business Policies and Procedures for Independent Sales Representatives.
  • Avon reserves the right to audit returns. Any returns processed during the Incentive period will be subtracted from the Award Sales of the campaign in which the return is processed and will affect the calculation and payment of the bonuses. Returns processed after the end of the Incentive period will result in any applicable bonus or commission payments being deducted from the Representative’s current account balance.
  • Back orders placed after the completion of the Incentive will not count.
  • This program is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • All federal, state, and local taxes, if any, associated with acceptance of the reward are Representative’s responsibility.
  • By participating, Representatives agree that Avon will have no liability whatsoever for, and shall be held harmless by Representative against, any liability, for any injuries, losses or damages of any kind, resulting in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from acceptance, possession, misuse or use of the reward (including any travel or activity related thereto) or participation in this Incentive.

Not a Representative Yet?

You can still earn this incentive if you join now! Your goal for the three-campaign incentive period will be $250, which is just $83.33 per campaign! When you reach or exceed that goal, you’ll earn $25 (or more!) in free product credit.

The Power of Consistency: How It Pays Off in Direct Sales

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

August 28, 2023

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In the world of direct sales, success isn’t like ordering pizza – it doesn’t arrive within 30 minutes or less, guaranteed. I wish!

Nope – in direct sales (or any sales profession, for that matter), to be successful requires something called consistency. You know, that thing we all try to practice at the gym and fail miserably at when it comes to dieting.

But, fear not! In this blog post, we’ll dive into the quirky world of consistent direct sales, and uncover how it’s the secret sauce to turning you into a Sales Superstar!

1. Building Trust and Credibility:
Picture this: you promised your best friend a movie night, and you actually delivered. Now she’s convinced you’re the master of movie plans. Consistency works the same way in direct sales. When you consistently deliver on your promises, your clients start to believe that you can move mountains – or at least, move products like a pro.

It seems like a no-brainer, but say what you’re going to do, and then do it! Keep your appointments, be on time, bring the sample she asked for last week. She will love you for remembering. Write it down so you don’t forget. I confess: I am very forgetful, so I use a paper planner AND put appointments in my phone so I get the reminder dings, plus I carry a little notebook to make notes of things I want to remember while visiting with my clients. Once I get home, I take care of the notes right away by adding them to my planner, ordering the samples requested, etc. It’s a lot, but it helps me stay on track. Getting old sucks!!

2. Nurturing Relationships:
Let’s be honest – relationships take work. And that’s what direct sales is all about – building and nurturing relationships. It’s like adopting a houseplant that somehow manages to be high-maintenance. Your beautiful, expensive plant is dying – you have no idea what’s wrong, so you Google it to find out how to care for it properly. (In my case, it’s usually under- or overwatering.)

But in direct sales, consistent communication is your watering can. Regular follow-up calls and emails show that you care, even if it’s not as thrilling as catching up with a friend. Your clients will appreciate your “consistent watering,” and your sales will flourish like a well-tended garden.

If you’re an introvert like me, maybe you hate making phone calls. I get it! I despise it, and have to work myself up to even call my clients who don’t use text or email to schedule deliveries. So, obviously, I am not a phone-call follow-up person.

However, I do consistently mail brochures to my clients, and I consistently post special deals and coupon codes on social media. When there is a special on something I happen to know one of my clients loves, I will text or email her with that information – it depends on her preferred method of communication.

3. Long-Term Business Growth:
You know what’s not consistent? The weather (unless you’re lucky enough to live in San Diego). You know what is? Consistent sales efforts. While a spontaneous burst of activity might make you feel like a superstar for a day, it’s the day-in and day-out grind that creates the real success story.

Remember the story of the Tortoise and the Hare? That tortoise had the right idea, just plodding along doing his thing, while that crazy hare had a case of the zoomies and then thought he had it made, so he took a long nap while the tortoise passed him by and won the race.

4. Brand Recognition and Recall:
Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you’re there? That’s not the kind of forgetfulness you want in direct sales. Consistency in branding is like putting sticky notes all over your customer’s brain. They won’t forget you, even if they try. Plus, it’s more effective than leaving post-it notes on their front door.

To stay top of mind, make sure everyone knows who you are and what you do (without being obnoxious, of course). Your social media profiles should include your title, your company, and a link to your online store. Wear your products (if applicable) so you can sprinkle them into conversations when you get compliments on them. Put a decal in your car’s back window (but keep in mind that this may change your insurance rates). If your company has brochures, leave them everywhere you go – waiting rooms, bus stops, diner foyers, etc.). Post your business cards on local bulletin boards.

The recognition and recall will stick. When someone posts in a Facebook group that they are looking for a Tupperware or Thirty-One or Avon consultant, others will respond with YOUR name and tag you because they associate that with you. Voila! New client.

5. Adaptation and Improvement:
Remember that time you tried to impress your cat with a fancy trick, and she just stared at you like you’d lost your marbles? Well, direct sales can be a bit like that – you need to adapt to what works.

For example, if you’re looking to gain clients in the 65+ age group, doing silly TikTok videos is probably not going to work (but it may get you younger clients). Likewise, if you want to appeal to 20-somethings, knocking on doors is not your best bet. Think about who your target audience is, and research how they shop, what appeals to them, and where they spend their money. Then, adapt your strategy to fit those parameters.

Consistently evaluating your market and your tactics, and changing things up when needed is like mastering the art of pet psychology – minus the bewildered stares.

6. Overcoming Challenges:
Life throws us curveballs, and direct sales does too. But if consistency were a superhero, it would wear a cape labeled “resilience.” Consistently showing up, even when things get tough, is like telling challenges, “Hey, I’ve got my game face on. Bring it!” So, don’t be surprised if challenges end up retreating faster than my Chihuahua at bath time.

Direct sales is kind of like a roller coaster ride – exhilarating, exciting, ups, downs, and a few stomach-flipping moments. But with consistency as your seat belt, you’re in for an overall smooth ride that leads to YOUR success.

Whether you’re building trust, nurturing relationships, growing your business, or just trying not to trip over your shoelaces in the sales arena, remember that a dash of consistency and a sprinkle of humor can make the journey not only fruitful, but enjoyable too!

Avon 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Starting Your Own Business

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

August 19, 2023

Are you thinking about signing up as an Avon Representative? Or maybe you’ve already signed up and don’t know what to do next. Either way, this post can be your guide!

In it, I will show you simple steps on how to get started and attempt to answer any questions you may have. There will be a contact form at the end of the post in case I miss something. Just send me a quick message and I’ll get back to you shortly!

You’re In Business!

Congratulations! You have made the right choice with Avon, the company that has been empowering women (and a few good men) since 1886! How many direct sales companies can say that? (Here’s a hint: ONE.) There’s a reason why a company has been around for that long, and that reason is SUCCESS! And now, you have the opportunity to share in that success.

First things first!

  • The first thing you should do is edit your online store. Just log in to avon.com with your new account number and the password you selected. Click on your online store at the top of the page and hit Edit. You can then upload a photo of yourself and add a brief bio. Customers like to shop with a real person, so your photo is key! You can also add personal videos and product photos to your online store.
  • Then, complete your profile information on Avon.com. To find it, click where it says “Hi, YOURNAME” at the top of the page and go down to My Profile.
  • Now, start sharing your online store URL with your friends and family! Click on My Store at the top of your home page. Above your name and picture is a Share button. It’s that easy to get the online side of your business up and running – and it takes less than five minutes!

What is your “WHY”?

Think about why you joined Avon. Do you want to get a discount on your personal orders, make a little extra money for a specific expense like a vacation, or do you need more money to make ends meet? Keep your “Why” in mind as you plan your business strategy, and let me know if I can help you set goals or make a plan to achieve them!

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Take the free training

After you’ve entered the site, you should immediately begin taking the Avon U courses for New Representatives. The link to Avon U can be found at the top of the page on Avon.com, in the black bar. Here are a few important courses to start off with:

Lesson 1 – New Representatives: How to Get Started

New Representative Welcome Lesson

What’s a Campaign?

Your Avon Address Book

Customize Your Profile and Online Store

Find Your Way in Avon U

Once you’ve completed the first few courses, make it a point to do a course or two every day to continue learning about your business – there are literally hundreds of courses on Avon U, and most can be done in ten minutes or less. This is the best way to learn and build on your knowledge base. You’ll be an expert in no time!

Be aware of the rules!

It is very important that you take the time to read the Business Policies and Procedures document, which can be found under Manage Business > Seller Central > Documents and Resources.

You will want to familiarize yourself with Avon’s policies so you don’t accidentally violate any of them.

The Nitty-Gritty: How Avon works

There are two ways to sell Avon: traditional and online.

Ding Dong! Avon Calling!

With the traditional way, you pass out brochures during each two-week campaign. When your customers place their orders, you collect the money from them up front, order the products on avonnow.com (along with any demos, samples, bags, brochures for the next campaign, etc., that you need), and pay the wholesale cost. When the order comes in, you bag the orders and deliver to your customers. Your pay is the difference between what your customers paid you and what you pay Avon for the items (retail price minus wholesale cost).

Online selling

With the online method, you simply share your custom URL via text, email, and social media. Your Avon online store website is FREE (many other direct sales companies charge a monthly fee for this). When your customers shop online with you, they pay for their order through the website, Avon ships the order directly to them, and Avon pays your commission through your Avon Wallet (see the Avon U training on Avon Wallet). You choose where you want your money to go from the Wallet – i.e., checking or savings account, Venmo, or PayPal. You can set it up for automatic transfers or manual transfers. I have mine automatically deposited into the checking account I use for my business so I don’t even have to think about it once I have it set up. Please note that you MUST sign up for the Avon Wallet to receive your online sales commissions (and leadership earnings if you choose to go into leadership).

When customers order $60 or more, they get free shipping, and some of that shipping charge will be charged to your account. This is usually $8.00 but can be more on larger orders.

Online selling has its benefits:

1. Avon currently prints 3.5 million brochures every two weeks, and all of that paper ends up in landfills. Online is much more environmentally friendly.

2. You don’t have to worry about collecting money, driving all over town delivering orders, trying to schedule convenient delivery times, etc.

3. Your commission lands in your Avon Wallet immediately!

But, it’s entirely up to you. Whether you choose to sell in person, online, or a combination of both, you will earn money!

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Placing your order

When taking customers’ orders, be sure to collect their payment up front. Just say, “How did you want to pay for that today?” If they balk, remind them that no other company lets you pay after your items are received. This is important, because you will need to pay for your order online with your own credit or debit card when you place it.

Orders are placed every two weeks (or more often – the choice is up to you). Each campaign runs from a Wednesday to 11:59 p.m. on a Tuesday. A campaign schedule is attached to this email. You may place your order on the day of your choosing within the two-week period, but I would advise you NOT to wait until the last day, in case of unforeseen circumstances like the website going down or popular products being sold out. Note that you will be charged a shipping fee for each order that you place during a campaign.

As you get customers, add them to the Address Book section in your Web Office. Customers must have a valid phone number or e-mail address in order to be added to the Address Book.

To enter customers’ orders, go to “Shop by Product” on the Home Page, choose your customer’s name from the drop-down list, and enter her items. This way, you will be able to create invoices for individual customers through the Web Office. When ordering your sales tools, demos, and personal items, choose the customer name that is YOUR NAME in all caps in the drop-down list.

Keep your store open at all times with brochures!

To invest in your business, you will need to purchase your most important business tool every campaign – your brochures! After all, that is YOUR STORE! Keep in mind that you need to order brochures for two campaigns ahead of the one you are in (i.e., when placing your Campaign 6 order, you will order brochures for Campaign 8). Look at the attached Campaign Calendar to see what campaign we are currently in, and order brochures for the second one after that in your first order. That way you’ll always be ahead of the game.

Brochures are ordered in packs of 10 – not individually.

If you want 20 brochures, you would enter the number 2 on the order screen. Keep in mind that the more packs you order, the cheaper they are! And the more brochures you put into the hands of people, the more customers you will get!

You should also purchase some “popcorn bags” (paper bags) in different sizes for packaging up your orders. There are also the nicer shopping bags with handles, which are good for higher-end and heavier items. These are all found in the Sales Tools section of the order page.

In any campaign, you can order demos from the next two campaigns’ What’s New flyers. Selected samples are also available for purchase. Representatives can purchase up to ten of each product from What’s New unless specified.

Build your own team for even more earnings!

Tell your friends and family about the Avon Opportunity! If they sign up under you, you earn a percentage of their sales too! Watch your income grow with your team!

Ready to get started? Of course you are!

I know there is a lot to digest – take your time, take the Avon U courses, NEVER hesitate to call, text, or email me with questions! I am here to help you succeed, and I know you are going to do GREAT things!

Haven’t signed up yet? Click here to go to the signup page!

Still have questions? Send me a message!

What’s In Avon’s Starter Kit?

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

Updated April 1, 2024

PLEASE NOTE: As of April 10, 2024, Avon will only offer the FREE SIGNUP option with no starter kit. To see the current information, please go to the post How to Join Avon in 2024. Thank you!

Original post:

Are you thinking about joining Avon, but not sure whether to opt for the free signup or the $30 starter kit?

I recommend you go with the starter kit! Here’s why:

The Best Sellers Starter Collection, valued at over $100, includes all of the items pictured, plus five current Avon brochures!

The Collection also ships for free, all tax included, and includes free digital tools and perks.

Sign Up Now

Jumpstart your new business with Avon’s newest bestsellers to explore and share with friends and family.

The Starter Collection Includes:

•       Skin So Soft Original Gelled Body Oil, full size (value $13)

•       Haiku Roll-on Antiperspirant Deodorant, full size (value $3.60)

•       fmg Glimmer Cream Eyeliner in Blackest Black, full size (value $9)

•       Farm Rx Fruits & Amazon Berry Trial Kit (value $19)

•       Anew Vitamin C Illuminating Priming Moisturizer Try-It Size (value $5)

•       fmg Complexion Blending Brush (value $21)

•       fmg Eyeshadow Blending Brush (value $14)

•       fmg Cashmere 24 Hour Foundation, Tan/Deep, 3 samples (value $4)

•       fmg Cashmere 24 Hour Foundation, Medium Tan, 3 samples (value $4)

•       fmg Cashmere 24 Hour Foundation, Light-Medium, 3 samples (value $4)

•       Mesmerize Cologne, 5 samples (value $2.25)

Plus:

•       5 Customer Brochures (value $3.25)

•       1 Rep-Exclusive catalog (What’s New)

AND digital tools and perks including:

•       Free personalized online store for 24/7 sales

•       Free best-in-class training, including Avon U online courses and personalized mentoring from your Avon Advisor

•       Free digital brochure & virtual try-on tool

•       Free shareable videos & more

•       Free website to manage & plan your business

•       Exclusive offers & rewards

•       Discounted tuition

•       24/7 telemedicine

•       Special Representative discounts on LG Electronics

•       Access to discounts at hundreds of retailers through the Avon Perks program

Signing up with the starter kit will help you get your business off the ground! You’ll have a few products to demo, some samples to give away, and brochures too!

Are you ready to sign up and get your starter kit? Click here to learn more and get started on your new business today!

Sign Up Now

#sellavon #avonstarterkit #beanavonrep #homebasedbusiness #workfromhome #sidehustle

Are You Ready to be a Beauty Entrepreneur?

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

*This is an update of a previous post. New publication date 06/17/23.

Are you looking to earn some extra cash for vacation, a new car, or just to help with everyday expenses? The time to get started is NOW! And it couldn’t be easier, because you can join Avon completely FREE, for a limited time! Read on to see what you’ll get.

You will make the right choice with Avon – a company that has been empowering women (and a few good men) since 1886! That’s 137 years!! How many direct sales companies can say that? And how many direct sales companies can offer you all of this:

  • Sign up for ZERO dollars! Or, sign up for just $30 and get a starter kit valued up to $137! (no starter kit with free signup)
  • NO minimum orders required
  • NO inventory required
  • NO assigned territory
  • FREE online store that is open immediately
  • FREE training and team support
  • Great incentive programs to earn cash and prizes
  • Earn even MORE by building your own team and getting leadership checks!
  • It’s YOUR business to run how it fits into YOUR life!
Become a Representative

You will be part of the Avon Family – and we are a family of sisters and brothers who nurture each other and cheer on each other’s successes. You are never alone as an Avon Representative, and I will be here to help and guide you along the way.

Your earnings are based on your level of achievement:

Achievement LevelBeautyFashion & Home
Contender (< $5,000 annual sales) with $40+ campaign sales25%20%
Premier ($5,000+ annual sales)30%20%
President’s Club ($10,000+ annual sales)40%25%

Right now, you can join the team with any one of these options:

  • $0 free sign-up with no starter kit (perfect if you want to do online-only).
  • A contribution of as little as $5 to the American Cancer Society.
  • Or, choose the $30 starter collection packed with best-selling products and brochures.

ALSO, for a limited time, when you join, you get a unique coupon code to redeem for an Extra 15% Off your first order as a Representative! (That equates to a 40% discount on Beauty and Jewelry, so make that first order count!)

Isn’t it time you started your side hustle? Click here to go straight to the signup page!

Become a Representative

The Body Shop at Home Closes USA Direct Sales

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

The Body Shop at Home is ending its USA direct-selling operations after just two and a half years.

This is so sad, and I feel bad for all of the consultants who joined this company with high hopes, and are now left with nothing and having to start over.

Two years ago, a large number of Avon Representatives left the company to join The Body Shop at Home. Many of them had successful Avon businesses, and some were even top sellers with the company who consistently earned vacation trips and had huge teams with high leadership earnings. At the time, I wondered why they would walk away from such lucrative careers for an unknown opportunity. When they left Avon, not only did they leave their customers hanging, but they also lost their downlines. Their entire teams.

It’s heartbreaking.

This, of course, can happen at any time with any company. Nothing in life is guaranteed, as we know.

BUT, given the choice of a company that’s been around for 137 years and was the first one to empower women in direct sales positions, versus a startup with no verifiable history in direct sales, it just seems like a no-brainer to me.

My loyalty remains with my team, and with my company, Avon, and will for the foreseeable future. I have worked hard over the last six years to build my customer base and my team of awesome Representatives.

Does Avon have issues? Of course it does. What company doesn’t? These past couple years, with COVID and its aftermath of supply-chain debacles, just about every company in the world has suffered. But we work through the problems, and we find solutions. In a storm, we adjust the sails and sail on.

I wish nothing but the best for all of the consultants left high and dry, and I hope they find alternative sources of income quickly.

#thebodyshopathome #tbsah #bestdirectsalescompany #avonrepresentative

Limited Time $300 Gift for Essential Workers and Local Heroes Who Join Avon

Pamela Murphy, AVON Independent Sales Representative

Avon is a company that cares. From its ongoing contributions to breast cancer research, to its support of its Representatives during the Covid outbreak with free household essentials, Avon has shown its true community spirit.

And now, Avon is offering a special incentive for essential workers and local heroes who sign up to be Representatives!

Beginning December 7, 2022, through January 31, 2023, Avon is offering a special thank-you gift to those local heroes who lift up their communities.

If this is you, not only can you join the company at zero cost, but you will also receive a FREE welcome gift valued at $300!

Who qualifies for this offer?

The offer is good for a wide range of essential workers and local heroes! Are you on this list?

  • Medical workers (nurses, doctors, etc.)
  • First responders (firefighters, EMTs, etc.)
  • Law enforcement
  • People who work in the non-profit sector
  • Community volunteers
  • US Mail personnel
  • Water & waste management workers
  • Teachers/educators
  • Social services

If you see yourself there, you may qualify!

What’s in the gift?

If you qualify and place your first order, you’ll receive a HUGE bundle of Avon’s most popular products (pictured above), again, worth $300, that you can keep for yourself, sell to customers, or gift to someone else. It’s as simple as that! (Product selection may vary depending on supply.)

How do you get the $300 gift?

All you need to do is sign up to be a Representative (it’s free!). Your first welcome email will come with a short survey to fill out for approval by Avon. Once you are approved, place an order of ANY SIZE, and you’ll receive your $300 gift!

PLUS, If your first order is for $100 or more, I’ll also send you $50 in free products as a Welcome to the Team gift.

This is a limited-time offer, so don’t delay!

Become a Representative

What’s next?

Once you are a Representative, you’ll get your discount on every order you place! That’s 25% on beauty and jewelry, 20% on fashion and home products. Even if you’re only ordering for yourself, this is a great help to your finances. Avon has products that every household uses every day. You’ll save on not only your beauty products, but also your toothpaste, shampoo, bath soap, laundry detergent, dish soap, cleaning products, even dog shampoo!

And of course, if you so choose, you will start earning commission on every sale you make! Who doesn’t want a little (or a lot of) extra income?

Questions?

I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this incentive offer. Just send me a note below!

#joinavon #avonrep #essentialworkers #thankyouheroes #firstresponders #avonwelcomekit #localheroes #avonsignup #sidehustle #howdoijoinavon