The Order that nearly got away!

Just thought I would quickly mention this...

I was sorting through my order forms from Campaign 8 last night, to get them ready to re-use in Campaign 9 when I noticed one that was just the back sheet out of the 2...
It appeared to be blank, but when I looked REALLY close it had an order written on it! Because my customer hadn't pressed very hard on the top copy (and had decided to keep hold of the top copy) the order was not very clear.

To think I could have thrown away an order without realising it! So my message is: ask your customers to press firmly when writing out their order - especially if they want to keep onto it! And take a good look at all order forms before dismissing them.

Sell Well!
Fiona

Well on the way to becoming a Sales Leader!

Went to my Sales Leader meeting yesterday, which was quite an intimate affair - only 2 reps wanting to take the next step, including me!

I must admit I pretty much knew everything that was discussed, but I arranged with my Sales Leader to go along to 2 appointments next week to recruit (hopefully) 2 reps! I have also been invited to a New Beginnings meeting to exchange ideas, hints and tips to progress our recruiting. Yet another meeting but another opportunity for networking.

I have already printed my own recruitment cards (I feel that Avon's own are a little dull and don't really grab people's attention) and I have had one put in my local newsagent's window. I don't think £2 a month is that bad, but the window looks a little crowded and people might not pay attention to it. I'll just have to see how it goes, I'm giving it a 3 month trial. I will also go round to other newsagents in Aylesbury and put cards in their windows.

I am canvassing the road my where my Mum lives on Sunday, and I am also going to Milton Keynes Shopping Centre on that day as Avon have their promotional roadshow there at the moment - I may be able to recruit reps from there!

Wish me luck!

Beauty Training and Sales Leadership

Went on a training course yesterday to learn how to give mini facials. It was really good fun, I got to meet other Reps and a couple of Sales Leaders, and my Area Manager for the first time. Had great fun trying out the products (it's the first time the back of my hand has had a facelift!) Now I'm going to use my knowledge to invite all my customers over for a beauty night where they can book their own pamper parties or I can start doing facials for £15 a time.

Have also decided to go to a meeting next week to learn more about Sales Leadership and possibly get the ball rolling straight away! I have done well so far with my orders and I think I'm quite on my way to becoming a President's Club Member after just 3 orders on my own - just imagine what could happen when I have Reps too!

I am so enthused at the moment, I feel like a child at Christmas (although I won't end up playing more with the box than the goodies inside!)

Anyway, I am going to do my rounds tonight in my territory and then try to relax and I shall catch up with you next week to let you know how the meeting went.

Take Care
Fiona @ Avon

First posting on my brand spanking new blog!

Hi everybody!

I have created this blog so that Avon Representatives around the world can share selling tips and ideas. I have only been an Avon rep for 3 campaigns now but I have already learnt so many hints and tips. I have just started preparing to become a Sales Leader and am working my way towards President's Club membership too.

Starting at Avon has been a complete change for me. I originally studied art at college and have a degree in Graphic Design (which is handy for designing flyers and business cards). My life has been turned around by Avon: I went on a detox diet and went down 2 dress sizes in 3 weeks, I want to enrol in training courses to learn how to give facials and makeovers (this is coming from someone that barely wore makeup 6 months ago). It's like a new chapter has opened in my life, I feel more confident, I have gained a little independence (whilst still working my usual 9-5), I feel invigorated, like I've been given a new lease of life, and a new direction to take.

So this is why I want to share my experiences with you - the good and the bad. So that hopefully we can learn from each other. So, have a read and share your ideas and experiences.

Happy Reading!

Fiona @ Avon