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WesKate
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# Posted: 29 Aug 2007 10:25
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Has anyone tried this? I know its not exactly stay at home work but it something I can do. I can just display the jewlery. I'm not sure how well this stuff would sell. How much can people really buy. I have my wedding rings & thats it. I saw some earring in there I really like. Plus its stuff I can do at home like setting up parties & then a few nights a week go out & do them. It gets me out of the house kid free. Sometimes I get a little stir crazy. Any thoughts? I have other at home things I would like to do but I have to get some things settled before I can start. Need money to make money sometimes.
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pcwork
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# Posted: 29 Aug 2007 19:06
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Seems to be in business for several years, but your income depends on your selling skills
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JewelryBox
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# Posted: 6 Sep 2007 23:50
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Hi there! Was anyone able to answer your question about Silpada? Have you been to a Silpada party? I am an Independent Representative for Silpada and I really enjoy my job. I also work part time at a university doing regulatory work, so selling Silpada jewelry has been a fun thing for me to do, plus I have met some really nice people at the monthly meetings I attend. Like any home show type/direct sales business, you can make money but it all depends on the time you put into your business. If you want to make "real" money you have to sell a lot of jewelry and recruit new reps. For me however, I do the job for extra money to pay bills and take vacations, not to support my family (although I know some women that sell Silpada and can support their families...they are truly amazing). At Silpada you make a commission of 30% of your retail sales, so for a $1000 show you would make $300 as the rep. Silpada states that the average rep sells $750 in jewelry per show, so that is a profit of $250 for the rep, but my average has been closer to $1000-$1200/show. Like any sales type job you have to make new contacts all the time and Silpada is no different. The jewelry is awesome, the company is awesome, the company support you get is awesome, and the feedback you get from customers is totally great, so you can't ask for much more from a direct sales company. Your success depends on the goals you set for yourself. If you join there is an initial $200 fee (check the Silpada website for the details) then you can buy any of the jewelry pieces at 50% off for your table display for the first 100 days I believe. Silpada has other packages available, but know there is an upfront cost. Paying off your display jewelry is easy though and Silpada has incentives so you can earn free jewelry based on your sales. It truly is a great company. Remember this too, clothing and jewelry are one of the most complimented items, so when a person says to you "I love your necklace," it makes it so easy then to tell them about your business. I hope this answer has helped you. Good luck! I hesitate to give out my web address or email because I am prohibited to market myself on this site.
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pcwork
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# Posted: 7 Sep 2007 10:49 · Edited by: pcwork
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JewelryBox, thanks for the information. For how long have you been selling Silpada products?
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stacy
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# Posted: 15 Oct 2007 12:16
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I've been looking for a way to sell jewelry from a catalog or brochure, since I do not have a storefront. What are the prices like? All my friends and family are cheap, so I would need some reasonably priced stuff.
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kalien
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# Posted: 16 Oct 2007 17:29
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JewelryBox,
Can you succeed in Silpada without doing parties or in-person selling, (i.e. strictly as a web-based business?)
I have a vast network of jewelry-loving friends and business associates spread throughout the country.
Thanks! 
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estherssilver
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# Posted: 23 Oct 2007 09:18
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Silpada sells itself. I've been doing it since 2004 and still love it. Never really wore jewelry,but now I can't leave home without it. You don't keep inventory and no formal presentations...one of the big reasons why I do it. I thought I'd never do another home business again! They are a great company. It really does sell itself and there are MANY people out there that don't even know about it yet Please feel free to email with any questions...I don't mind at all.
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# Posted: 23 Oct 2007 13:02
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You could also create your own online jewelry mall complete with pictures, descriptions, pricing, and a shopping cart.
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stacy
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# Posted: 29 Oct 2007 11:02
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Newbie, can you point me in the right direction to "create my own jewelry mall"? I'm really interested, but do not know how to build a retail website. I did a search and found a Free service where they build you a retail site and you post your own products. It's 100% FREE. No hosting, no membership fees.......so what's the catch? How do they make money off me? It sounds like a great way to get started, but I don't want to get scammed. It's called freewebstore - has anyone had experience with it?
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mkmaffet
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# Posted: 30 Oct 2007 12:11
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Hi
I attended one of your parties and made several purchases. Need to send back one necklace and would like to order something in its
place. Can you send me book or tell me how to see the book online? Thanks
Marilyn
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estherssilver
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# Posted: 27 Dec 2007 18:26
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I just noticed this message This is the necklace you wanted changed right?
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estherssilver
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# Posted: 27 Dec 2007 18:29
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Did you ever get your question answered?
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ErricaF
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# Posted: 8 Apr 2008 22:37
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Hi everyone, I am seriously considering becoming a SD Rep. I had a friend that was a rep, so I am very familiar with the jewelry and the concept of commission, etc.... My question is this.... what have you found that worked really well to make your business a success? Did you advertise and if so where? Did you participate in local events? Did you join the local Chamber of Commerce? And.. on the flip side of that... what was a waste of time and did nothing for you? Please help! Thanks in advance for your help.
Errica
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jewelrygirl
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# Posted: 15 Apr 2008 00:59
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Hey Errica,
This is my first time to a forum, I'm not sure how it works. I was doing a web search on Silpada and somehow found your question. I hope I can help a little. I have been a Silpada rep since Sept. 07. and I have done very well with my sells. The way I started booking was with phone calls. I've gotten booking from shows, but mostly with the calls. I've been checking on setting up at trade show, expos, craft shows etc, but I haven't yet. I feel like you can get alot of contacts at those places. My upline has set up at salons, stores, an insurance expo and even ladies night at a restaurant/bar. They have had alot of seccess with those shows. Good Luck if you decide to sign up. It's a great company. You can contact me if you have anymore questions, at cbgardner@bellsouth.net.
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925sterling4u
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# Posted: 7 May 2008 23:11
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Hi Errica,
This is also my first time on a "thread"...so, hopefully I am doing it correctly...I LOVE being a Silpada Rep...in many ways, it saved my life...the women are tremendous, the company is awesome, and it can be as much, or as little as you want it to be...The local Chamber of Commerce is a great help for me to meet others in all types of businesses...also fairs, etc...don't depend on family and friends, they will grow to resent you after a while...it's your business...treat it like any other...you have to market yourself, and the quality of the product, and the professionalism of the company...if you want to "chat" contact me via email Wishing you all wonderful things! ...925sterling4u@comcast.net
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