Direct Sales Jobs Like Pure Romance are Recession Proof

USA Today just did an article talking about how direct sales jobs are helping many people through difficult times. (http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/retail/2009-05-13-direct-sales-jobs-recession-unemployment_N.htm) I can personally attest to that fact. I began doing Pure Romance to help out with our own family's finances because I was tired of worrying about every little thing that came up unexpectedly. When you have kids, things WILL come up. We had just bought a home because we'd also just had a new baby 9 months before and we desparately needed more room. We also have two teenagers, one of whom needed braces and the other was almost driving at that time. Pure Romance has saved us on more than one occassion from being in a real financial bind. And the best thing is that no matter what happens with the economy or my full-time job, I have Pure Romance as my net.

So why Pure Romance versus the other companies out there? Here are my personal reasons:

1. I believe in the products. I could not possibly encourage someone to buy a product that I did not believe was a quality product. And a lot of people don't realize what high quality beauty products we sell, not just bedroom accessories. I absolutely love our line of massage and moisturizing products. And the products are more budget-friendly than a lot of other brands.

2. I believe in the company. I don't know how many people can work in this industry and say that they've personally met and casually visited with the owner and founder of their business. Not only that, but that they completely respect them and what they've built. Patty Brisben, her family, the people working in the corporate office, my fellow consultants - it's like a second family. It is unlike anything I've experienced in the corporate world.

3. I love how Pure Romance is about educating and empowering women. Don't get me wrong, we do a fun, classy party - but when that party is over, did you learn anything? Did you get at least one thing from it that will help you know yourself better and/or your partner better? We joke around a lot at parties, play games and do a great deal of laughing, but we also do a lot of teaching both during the party and privately afterwards.

There are a number of stores out there where you can buy adult products, yes, but they can be embarrassing and overwhelming. Having them brought to your home and their benefits and how to use them explained to you in a comfortable atmosphere goes a long way towards reaching out to women who may never have considered going into a store.

There isn't any make-up, cooking tool or bowl that is going to help a marriage. There are a hundred stores I can buy some version of those products in too - sometimes even cheaper online. What we offer is unique and the way we do it is what sets us apart from others like us.

What do Pure Romance Consultants make and other questions.

I sometimes do games at my parties where everyone gets a chance to ask me questions about my job to win prizes. It’s a great chance for people who might be a little reserved about asking me privately to ask their questions in a more fun way and even get something for it. Plus there are always questions one person might ask that you didn’t think of. Here is some of the most common questions:

1. How often do you do parties?

It depends. I work full-time and have been going to college the last two years, not counting having 3 kids, so what is going on with those other things dictates how often I do parties. I believe in family first, so if I’m getting too busy to spend time with them, I cut back. I only booked two parties in July for that reason - I needed the break and family time. That’s the great thing about it, it’s your business so you run it as you want.

2. What does your husband/kids think?

My husband has always been supportive of whatever I wanted to do, so that wasn’t an issue for me. In fact, he’s an entrepreneur himself, so he is the one who inspired me to try having my own business. We listen to motivational tapes together and he helps clean my products after a party. Two of my kids are older, 16 and 12. We’re a very open family so they are fully aware of what I do, but it’s not ‘in their face’. They will help sometimes with things like putting labels on the back of catalogs. It’s actually helped our relationships a great deal! My 16 year old daughter talks openly with me about questions she has and doesn’t have some of the common, even dangerous, misconceptions about her body and sex that some of her friends do who are afraid to talk to their parents.

3. How much do you make?

Ah, this is the question everyone wants to know but are too polite to ask :) I don’t mind talking about it - I’m proud of the income I’ve been able to contribute to the family income! My commissions at this point are 40%, but that doesn’t count the things you learn to maximize profits, daily sales, free products, case sales and more. I probably make closer to 50% commissions buy buying smart. Below is a copy of what my retail sales are to date. So on average I make almost $1000/mo doing 4-6 parties a month, taking into consideration that some months it’s more and some months less, like when I took off in July. It’s hard to say what someone will make because the more you learn about the products, get comfortable doing parties and so forth, the more you can make. There are even regional differences in the average party sales depending on where you are in the state or country. Sometimes you’ll have a party where you make $50 that night and other times it is $400.

My Consultant Page Screenshot

4. What kind of training and support do you get?

Whomever you sign up under is your sponsor, or mentor. That person gives you everything you need to get started then makes herself available to you as you progress to help you with any questions you may have. We have a lot of meeting and training opportunities as well. As you can see from my image above, there is a lot of information on the website and in 2009, there will even be online training, videos and more so you can take their Pure Romance University online, or in person. We have local meetings, weekly conference calls, regional market trainings, annual trainings…you get the idea :) I can’t think of any other business that you can get into so cheaply and with this much training. Plus we’re all a team - we help each other rather than competing with ideas, exchanging products if we need something, support and more.

5. I don’t think I could do that - talk in front of people about those products!

I don’t even know you and I can safely say, “Yes you can.” I have never had my own business and had never spoken in front of people (frankly, it scared me to death!) before doing Pure Romance. When I got my kit, I watched the video with our top consultants’ presentations, watched the sexual health DVD, read all the cue cards about the products (you get CUE cards!) and did my first party for some friends as practice. Don’t get me wrong, it took a few before I started feeling comfortable and I still get nervous sometimes, but all I have to do is show the ladies what the products are for and chat with them. Not hard at all - fun, in fact! You’re not coming up with anything on your own, just explaining what goes where and why. A lot of us just go through the book from front to back or use cue cards too. Plus your sponsor is happy to be there for your first party to make you feel more comfortable.

I hope that helps answer some of the questions you may have. I know there might be more, but that’s some of the most common questions I hear. There’s a lot more info on my website at www.pureromancebypam.com/consultant and you may also email me at pamloveland@pureromance.com.

Don’t forget the kits are at a huge discount this month - the best sale we’ve seen in a long while. They are 75% off retail! So the kit with $500 in products is on sale for $125! There are three kits to choose from. Visit my site for more details.

Pure Romance by Pam's Top Ten List (on sale!)

I hope everyone had a great Memorial Weekend.  I was able to finally relax a little now that college is over for me for a while.  I look forward to spending more time with the family and on Pure Romance.  We had a great time at the N & N Sports Bar & Grill in Smithfield on Saturday!  That's a great place and you should really check it out (it's on Equity Drive by the outlet stores).  We will be doing another event soon, so keep an eye out for that!  I'm considering doing an open house so the guys can come too, I just wouldn't be able to do a demo or have out some of the toys (you could still view them privately).  Let me know what you think - open house or full party next time?

 

The May Consultant Kit sale is extended through June 15th, so if you are interested in being a Consultant there is a bit more time.  I do feel like this is a really good sale this month with all of the kits 60% or more off, so if you have been thinking about it and have questions, please let me know.  Here is a link to more info about the plan.

Pure Romance by Pam's Top Ten List!

Save 10% on these 10 products now

through June 10th!*

• Hot Heart Massager
• Burning Desire Massage Oil Candle
• Sensations in NEW Cotton Candy Lubricant
• Whipped in Strawberry or NEW White Chocolate Fluff Lubricant
• X-Scream in Vanilla Frosting
• Ride em Cowgirl Book
• Ultimate Seventh Heaven Bullet tied with Exhilarator
• Light Sabre Sleeve
• BJ Betty Male Stimulator
• Wave Rider
• Wireless Thumbs Up G-Spot Toy (An off-the-charts favorite!)

* Must order by calling or emailing me.  Not valid on website or at a party.

May Consultant Kit

 

This month's kit is extended until June 15th so there is a bit more time to take advantage of this great sale.   This kit is valued at over $375!  This is a great opportunity to get some of our best products at a significant discount - the other three kits are over 60% off as well!  You could use these to sell just to your friends, do co-ed open houses or do full parties and make great extra money.  Pure Romance is flexible and the possibilities are endless.  Your sponsor takes you under her wing and teaches you how to take your business anywhere you want it to go.  Sister Consultants support and advise you, and Corporate is there for whatever you need.  Here is a link to information about the Plan and Benefits of being a Consultant.

 

Pure Romance Benefits and Incentives 

Sale Price: $ 149
List Price: $ 375

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What are your Memorial Day Weekend plans?

Have you made plans yet for Memorial Weekend?? With gas prices getting so high I know a lot of us will be sticking closer to home. Those beach trips are becoming a little less frequent unfortunately. But it's not a total loss! Come to the N & N Sports Bar and Grill in Smithfield at 4:00 on May 24th! I will be doing a Pure Romance party in the private banquet room for the ladies and the gentlemen...well you can wait outside and have a drink :-) Just don't forget to give the checkbook to your better half so she won't come out empty-handed!

I hope to see you there!!

~ Pam Loveland
www.PureRomanceByPam.com

Pure Romance Consultant Kit Sale for May!

The new sale for Pure Romance's Consultant Kit is now available! Pure Romance has put together a fantastic new kit just for May that has our best selling products for your demos. Here is the new kit:

Start Your Business Today With Amazing Savings this May!

Choose from 4 Starter Kit Options:

$149 KIT (Limited Offer) - Valued over $250 (Pictured Above)

$199 BRONZE KIT (Regular $250) - Valued over $500

$399 SILVER KIT (Regular $500) - Valued over $1000

$749 GOLD KIT (Regular $1000) - Valued over $2000

WHY PURE ROMANCE?

Low start up costs
Purchase your kit for as little as $149 (sometimes less during kit sales)! Besides products, your kit includes all of your paper supplies to start your business: catalogs, order forms, invitations, and bags in which to put the customers’ product.

Outstanding support system
You will have many training tools available to you. A training manual and DVD are included with your kit. There are local, regional and national trainings and events. Soon there will be online training, demonstrations and quizzes on Pure Romance's corporate site. The staff at the Corporate Office is an invaluable resource. And of course, I will be there to assist you along the way.

Instant gratification (IE paycheck!)
You pay yourself after each show. You own your own business…no more waiting for a paycheck! Pure Romance Inc is not your employer, but your supplier. You start at a 35% buying discount, no matter which kit you buy. Your discount is in essence your profit. For a $700 party, you will have made $245 in gross profit. You can increase your buying discount by increasing your team.

What if I don’t like it?
For me, this has been more fun than work. But if you don’t like it - just stop! No hard feelings. You keep your income already earned, and any inventory left over. And the great thing is that should you ever change your mind, you can return to the Pure Romance family at anytime in the future!

What sets Pure Romance apart from the other direct selling companies?
Starting at a 35% discount (not including what we can teach you to increase that percentage!) with the option of earning up to a 60% discount! Our products are consumable to ensure repeat business! There are amazing incentives you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else: daily, weekly and monthly sales, monthly contests, override/bonus checks paid in money not product credit, travel, cash, jewelry, gift cards, awards, free product, and more!

What is the worst thing that could happen if I do this?
The worst thing that could happen is NOT trying! You have an excellent opportunity to be your own boss. You start earning at your first show. What is there for you to lose? Nothing!

Call me today at 919-949-5208 to visit my website at http://www.pureromancebypam.com/ to learn more.

My Vegas Trip and New Products!

I am back from Vegas! I had an amazing time! I can't begin to describe to you the comraderie that happens between Pure Romance girls. All the way from the owner, Patty, through top consultants down to the very newest ones, everyone is so friendly and helpful. It was an experience unlike any I've had. And to see all of those women, 44 of them, standing on stage watching a clip of the luxerious trip they had all won to Alaska with a guest - wow. Then you see a huge room full of girls crying together about how Pure Romance has changed their lives - let them do things for themselves and their families they never could've without it. Girls told stories (we all have them) of having customers tell them they'd saved their relationships by opening up communication or giving them tools to get the honeymoon feelings back, bringing them close again. Helping women their bodies, how they work, and that there is no such thing as 'normal'. Dancing, shopping with Pure Romance credit, winning prizes, a beautiful banquet, wine, dinner, Tina Turner, Brian Parsley (an amazing motivational speaker), new products and SO much more. You have to experience it to understand.

Pure Romance just released some new products you HAVE to see! I guarantee there are some that I couldn't believe - I'd never seen anything like it! And the new Sensations flavors - pink lemonade and cotton candy are to die for! Not to mention the mint chocolate chip Ex-T-Cee! Go to my website at http://www.pureromancebypam.com/ and click on 'specials' to see a few.

Oh and psssttt....a stripper pole is coming out next month! Woohoo! That's a Father's Day present he'd never forget!

March Kit Sale Even Better!

The Demo Kit for March Sale needed to start your own Pure Romance business has just gotten better! Pure Romance Corporate Office just announced they are changing their current sale so that instead of getting credit (amount depending on the size of kit you buy), they will actually take that amount off the purchase price of your kit. What this means is that you can buy a great starter kit that has everything you need: demo products, training DVD, catalogs, product info and more, for just $199! That's $500 worth of products for more than 50% off! This sale ends at the end of March.

If you're interested in being a Consultant or have questions, please call. I'll be happy to discuss them with you and do a brief interview to see if Pure Romance is right for you.

Pam Loveland
919-949-5208