What is the
total investment required to start up my business?
The cost of starting your own Avon business is just
£15.00 split into to easy payments of £7.50 on your
first and second order and this is taken out of your
earnings, So there is no money to pay upfront.
Will I receive materials to start my business?
You will receive 40 Avon brochures (20 each for your
first two selling campaigns) along with sales training
and reference material. As a new Representative you also
have the opportunity to purchase selected products and
samples at special promotional prices.
What is a selling campaign?
The three-week selling period supported by a brochure
that offers customers different products 18 times a
year.
What information will be required from me in order to
establish my account?
As an Avon Representative, you will be given an
automatic line of credit, as such we will require the
standard personal information, we do need ask for any
bank details.
How much can I make selling Avon?
You earn 20 to 25% commission on your orders. Throughout
your Avon career, you can continue to earn as much as
37% if you become a Sales Leader. You can increase your
earnings potential by recruiting, training, and
mentoring new Representatives.
Do I have to keep products on hand?
At Avon, you are never required to keep a stock of
products on hand. You may find, however, that your
customers have personal favorites that are helpful for
you to have available for last-minute needs. In
addition, as a Representative, you are offered exclusive
promotional opportunities to purchase products in
advance.
How often do I have to place an order?
Avon has 18 sales campaigns throughout the year. Each
campaign reflects a three week selling period, two weeks
during January, marked by promotional offers and/or new
product introductions. Contacting your Customers every
campaign gives them the opportunity to purchase their
Avon favorites, see new products, and take advantage of
special offers. You'll find that contacting new and
potential Customers on a consistent basis will result in
your placing an order each campaign.
How long does it take to receive my order once it is
placed?
You will receive your order within 5 business days after
the order is submitted providing it is an on time order.
How do I receive future brochures?
Every three weeks, when you place a product order, you
purchase your future brochures. Brochures are always
ordered six weeks ahead so that you will have them in
plenty of time to include them in your Customers'
orders, and to share them with new potential Customers.
Do I have to pay for postage, or do my customers pay
a postage fee?
As long as you place your order on-time, there is never
a postage fee for you. If you wish to receive an order
at a different time from your regular scheduled delivery
you have the option of paying a £2.50 postage fee.
How do I pay
for my order?
Payment to Avon is due before your next order is due.
This gives you time to deliver your orders and collect
payment from your customers. You can pay online via your
bank card, via the phone or at your local post office.
Am I required to attend meetings?
No, meeting attendance is not required. Avon offers
extensive on-line training that you access 24 hours a
day, seven days a week to enhance your business.
You’re Area Sales Manager, or the Avon Sales Leader who
signs you up, may hold group meetings in your area
designed to share product training or program
incentives. If so, you will be contacted in advance in
order to add the event to your calendar.
Do I have to have parties?
You are not required to have any parties. However, many
Representatives find group selling to be a very
lucrative way to sell more products, broaden their
customer base, and build their network marketing
organization. If you do choose to participate in group
selling, Avon offers various training and support
materials to assist you.
Is it hard to sell Avon?
Avon is one of the best known brands in the world, which
makes it easy to sell.
What happens after I sign up?
In a few easy steps, you can become an Avon
Representative and start your own business. Promptly
after you sign up, you will receive a welcome e-mail.
Then, you can go online, explore the product line, and
start your training. Within the next few days, the
person who talked to you about the Avon opportunity will
follow up and offer you additional personal training
opportunities to ensure that you get your business off
to a successful start.