June 17, 2015 As any Mom in direct sales knows, working at home can be time-consuming and overwhelming while dealing with regular household duties and taking care of the kids. Not to mention the frustrations of the peaks and valleys of the business. On the other hand, working at home is one of the most…
January 30, 2015 Having been in direct sales since before the online era of “social selling,” I used to struggle with the efforts of trying to get in front of customers in my local town while having two (and then three) small children. Then the online world exploded and opened a whole new path for anyone in direct sales. I could…
June 13, 2014 Moms who work from home think that summer is usually the hardest time to grow their business. But that’s not true at all. Summer can be a time of making great connections, setting up growth strategies for Fall and getting your products into the most hands possible. Here are 7 ideas to keep…
February 7, 2014 Direct sales has been a popular way for women to add income to their family for dozens of years. With the economy the way it is, women are joining the workplace now more than ever. Over 80% of the 15 million direct sellers in the U.S. are women. Worldwide there are more…
August 12, 2013 With back to school and the holidays fast approaching, it’s easy to figure out that fall is major retailing time. It’s time to move your direct sales business out of summer slump and into high gear for the fall season and the holidays. Believe it or not, I know people who Christmas…
June 21, 2013 Those of you in direct sales know that working with the kids at home is not always easy. If you have young children not yet in school, it’s a real challenge you deal with year round. When you have school age children who are now home for the summer, how can you…
May 10, 2013 Today’s moms are choosing more frequently to work from home. They opt to stay home to raise the kids but are still looking for something they can do part-time to contribute income to their families. I know the feeling. It happened to me when my first son was born in 2000. I…
March 29, 2013 It’s the season of re-birth and new growth and it’s the perfect time to re-commit to your direct sales business and take actions to build it bigger. There are many ways to grow a business, both online and offline in your local town. To start, here are 5 creative tips to get…
October 25, 2013 ‘Tis the Season! With Black Friday a few short weeks away and women already starting their shopping lists, if you are in the direct sales business, the time to get your products out in front of people is now. Here are four ways to boost holiday sales and get new customers to…
October 23, 2012 Many mompreneurs find their niche in direct sales. From Mary Kay to Pampered Chef and everything in between, women are finding opportunities to create a profitable business from home. But what if sales are declining or that market is all tapped out? Making money in direct sales is mostly about getting as…
December 8, 2020 What a year! As we roll into the final month of 2020, so many things look and feel different. It can be a bit depressing when we miss out on the activities we loved to do each year. It can be upsetting when traditions have to be left out or altered. It…
August 24, 2020 We all know small businesses are suffering. Even before the pandemic, it was important to support small businesses, especially those in your local towns. Now it’s more vital than ever. Speaking to business owners and reading articles, I’ve rounded up some reasons why we should take action to support small businesses. Small…
October 25, 2017 Believe it or not, it’s almost time to shop for the holidays. No matter how determined we are to save for holiday shopping, many of us fall short—and panic sets in. How are we going to buy presents and entertain friends and relatives without maxing out all our credit cards? Here are…
December 19, 2014 Being a mom and doing the daily “mom stuff” is just about the most time-consuming task ever. We spend 7 days a week doing everything for the family; carpooling, cooking, shopping, cleaning, changing diapers, helping with homework, going to sports games, working, and the list could go on and on. So what’s…
January 2, 2012 As the close of the holiday season ushers in the New Year, many work-at-home-moms begin to reflect on their past accomplishments and mull over any regrets of unachieved goals. For many, these thoughts inspire them to make New Year’s resolutions for the upcoming year that will make up for previous failed attempts…
November 16, 2011 Having your own home business can offer independence and great satisfaction. And working from home is one of the most convenient ways to make a living. If you add to this a home business within an area of your passions, then you have the makings of true joy. Working from home may…
The biggest dream of any collector is to happen upon that prized crown jewel, the Monalisa, the Holy Grail of their field—especially doing so for only a fraction of its actual market value. In the world of coin collecting, the 1943 copper penny is one out of the small handful of coins that can lay…
Before technology developed and refrigerators appeared in our lives, stoneware crocks played an essential role in American kitchens. People used this airtight container to hold their heat-sensitive foodstuffs, like vegetables, salted meats, and butter. Antique stoneware crocks were mainly used because of their affordable, practical, and durable nature. Their core was sturdy enough to hold…
Hammers are one of the most essential tools in any household or workshop. They come in all shapes and sizes, and are used for a variety of tasks. Whether you’re hanging a picture, driving a nail, or building a deck, there’s a hammer out there that’s perfect for the job. This tool has been a…
What could be a more befitting pastime for an ace stamp collector like Warren Buffett? After a long day at work, he returns home and can’t help but stare proudly at the impressive stamp collection he’s amassed over the years. Some stamps drive him through the memory lane as he reminisces about several significant moments…
When I was a wee lad, my grandma had the most beautiful glass pitcher. It was so delicate and intricately made, with swirls of colors running through the glass. She would use it to serve water or iced tea at family gatherings, and everyone would admire it. Even now, years after my grandma has passed…
Antique floor lamps, or standard lamps, are an elegant and highly practical item in any home. They have been manufactured and perfected for over 100 years in a range of intriguing and elaborate styles. Genuine antique floor lamps can fetch a high price in auctions, and make a fantastic addition to your vintage-style sitting room….
There are many different types of crosscut saws available on the market today. You can find them made from different materials, with different blade sizes, and with different numbers of teeth. A crosscut saw is a tool that was used to cut wood. It has a long blade with teeth on it that cuts through…
Antique medicine bottles have an intriguing history which arguably fuelled the glasswork field. Medicine manufacturers competed with one another to produce the showiest bottles and the most astounding cure-alls. This created a fascinating array of beautiful bottles which have now become highly collectible in the antique world. Have you come across an interesting medicine bottle…
People love vintage Pyrex for many reasons, and some even have fond memories of playing with them as children. Others, on the hand, like to save the pieces they’ve collected over the years. Thrift stores and tag sales are familiar places where you can find these old treasures. People who love to pick vintage Pyrex…
Agriculture was, and still is, a vital part of human civilization. Food is necessary for survival, and without farming, we would not have the abundance of food that we enjoy today. Plows are one of the most important pieces of equipment in farming. They are used to turn over the soil so that crops can…
Humans have packed valuable materials in bottles for more than a millennium. According to historians, Mesopotamian glassmakers invented the first glass bottles around 1500 BC. Bottles have served various storage purposes since then. The oldest unopened wine bottle dates as far back as 1700 years ago in Speyer, Germany. Over time, bottle collecting has become…
Marble collection is an irreplaceable hobby for several individuals. Past marble players would likely grow fond of collecting marbles recreationally to remind them of the period they played the game. Meanwhile, other people collect marbles for their aesthetic colors rather than nostalgic intentions. These penchants have provoked an increase in the sales and demand for…
Antique trunks make a wonderful addition to your home nowadays but were originally designed purely for practical use. Trunks and people have a long and fascinating history, and a great number of examples are preserved today. These beautiful pieces of craftsmanship hold stories and contain intriguing features and details. This makes them extremely popular even…
July 13, 2020 The nation is feeling very snacky. We creep to the kitchen in between Zoom calls daily. We spent our days hunkering down this spring binging shows about tigers and cheer squads or the latest documentary series Netflix served up as we served ourselves our favorite sweet and savory snacks. This year is shaping up…
March 31, 2017 Do you often feel like you are being pushed to the limit? Whether it’s an aggressive salesman at the door or a friend who won’t take no for an answer, we often find ourselves holding to a boundary that the other person doesn’t want to accept. When that happens, it might be…
September 10, 2014 Mall of America, located in Bloomington, Minnesota – only 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul – makes for a fabulous family weekend getaway. One of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, Mall of America features over 500 stores, 50 restaurants and entertainment attractions galore, including the largest indoor theme…
September 5, 2014 School is in full swing and the holidays are looming – which means you will undoubtedly be asked to contribute to bake sales or class parties. And if your kids are like most, you won’t find out about it until the night before. You don’t want to run out to the grocery store…
October 2, 2012 Are you getting the results you want from your blog? Blogging is a great way to showcase your expertise, connect with your readers, and generate interest in your products or services. Unfortunately, far too many bloggers are making some common mistakes that can prove to be fatal in the ultimate success of their…
October 1, 2012 Most children look forward to Halloween with great anticipation. For the parents of children with food allergies and other conditions requiring dietary restriction (such as celiac disease or diabetes) Halloween can be a cause of some concern. But there’s no reason to be afraid on Halloween. Even with dietary restrictions, children can…
May 8, 2012 With spring cleaning comes the inevitable pile of items in the garage. Clothing, small electronics, kitchen items, you name it – it’s probably in a box or pile stuffed away out of sight. Why not turn your used items into money with a yard sale? If you’ve never had a yard sale…
October 19, 2011 I come from a long line of community activists, so it’s no surprise I jumped at the chance to talk about shopping with purpose for Breast Cancer Awareness month. In addition to being hard-working and instilling within me strong work ethics, my parents, my grandparents and my great-grandparents taught me to not…
September 26, 2011 Are you looking for ways to enhance your blog? It is well-known that successful blogs are developed by regularly posting remarkable content. By providing relevant, valuable information, blog authors are able to draw in and engage readers. However, there is a lesser-known way that truly successful bloggers use to appeal to readers:…