Changes in the product line….good or bad? April 14, 2007

 
Anyone who reads MK related blogs, whether pro or anti, probably already knows that there are most likely some changes coming to our color line. This is an especially big topic over at PT. It seems to me that some (not all) of the folks over there would like to have it both ways. They would like for everything to stay the same, all the while complaining that MK products are out of date. Personally, it’s really a non-issue for me at this point. I like the products that we have now, but if the company decides to make changes, then I will be fine with it. I’m sure that any changes made will be for the better, and as with all life changes, we will all adjust.

Every company makes changes to their product line. It’s a fact of business, like it or not. The cosmetics industry is a constantly changing business. Have you noticed how often Revlon and CoverGirl come out with new products? They aren’t just adding the new products to their current line. Something is being done away with. There are always new colors, new formulas, new technology, etc. that can and should be taken advantage of. We don’t expect, and probably wouldn’t want the exact same products we used 10 years ago if there is something better that we can use.

So, what’s your take on product changes? I like them. I would hate to think that I am selling a product from a company that believes that there is no room for improvement. That would mean that they believe they have perfected something, and we all know that perfection in a product is rare, if it exists at all.

OT But I had SOO Much Fun! April 6, 2007

  So yesterday morning I got a phone call from my dad. He is coaching my youngest sister’s softball team this summer (she’s 11) and his assistant coach wasn’t going to be able to come to their practice game last night, so he asked if I could come help. I didn’t have anything to do last night, so I went. I worried all day if I was going to actually be any help, it’s been 8 years since I even picked up my glove, and they play fast-pitch now, and I’ve only played slow-pitch. Anyway, I got out there and had so much fun I couldn’t stand it. My legs are killing me this morning (I have a joint disorder that causes pain in my joints if I do too much physical activity), but it was sooo worth it. I got to spend some quality time with my little sister, and it felt good to be able to do something I really enjoy with my dad again. I told him that I would help out anytime I can. With my business going the way it is these days, I’m pretty busy, but I’m sure I can work something out to be able to do this more. I am going to his house this evening to help my sister out with some things she needs work on. She said she likes working with me more than my dad because she doesn’t feel so pressured. I know exactly what she was talking about since he coached me when I was her age. He’s a tough coach, but he’s good.

Do any of you have things like this that you do just for fun? I am actually thinking I may sign up to “oficially” help him out next summer, or maybe even have a team of my own.

FYI March 27, 2007

Just wanted to let everyone know that I haven’t fallen off the face of the planet. Life has just been pretty crazy the last couple of days. My debut went pretty well. I have 4 new classes booked, and sold just over $500 worth of product. I have 2 potential recruits that will probably sign today.

The main reason for my lack of posting is that my mother was in a car accident, and I’ve been helping her get things sorted out with the insurance stuff, etc. She is okay, just a little sore from the seatbelt pulling her back. She has a history of back problems, but so far she doesn’t have any pain there. Hopefully it will stay that way.

I hope everyone is doing well. I haven’t had time to respond to everyone that has commented in the last couple of days, so please forgive me. I will try to get around to it as soon as I can.

Who’s reading my blog? March 11, 2007

Hello everyone! I just wanted to invite everyone to please tell me a little about yourselves. I would just like to know a bit about the people that are reading my blog! There’s not a set structure for this, so just tell what you feel like telling! I’ll start….

My name is Teresa, and I am 27 years old. I have 2 beautiful children. I have been a MK consultant since January. If anyone has any questions for me, feel free to ask!

I need help… March 4, 2007

Okay, I am setting up a booth next weekend at a local car show. I want to attract as many people as possible, because I am doing this to benefit the MKACF. I have tons of brochures, and plan on playing the video about the foundation. I am going to be giving away a gift basket, and have the bags that people can recycle their cell phones. My biggest concern, is decorating the table so that people will want to come over and look at what I have out. I want this to be a HUGE success, but because I have never done anything like this, I am desperate for some ideas. Anyone have any? Posters, signs, etc.?

Quote of the week 3/4/07 March 4, 2007

You may be wondering why I chose this one. In the last week, I have felt like my business has been moving at a snail’s pace, and it has frustrated me. I want more, and I want it now. However, I am not willing to compromise myself for it. I will continue to work hard, even if it means moving slowly. No one said I have to make it to the top today. I would rather do it slowly, and correctly, than do it fast and wrong. Things will happen when they are supposed to, not necessarily when I want them to. Patience has not always been my strong point, but I am learning that it is a virtue that I want to possess.

Why settle for a hamburger when you can have filet mignon? February 26, 2007

 

First, I must be honest, I am sick today, (think I have some kind of stomach virus or something) and since I rarely get sick, and it drives me crazy to just sit at home all day, the combination of the two has put me in a not so good mood. After making several phone calls this morning and getting nowhere (apparently everyone on my list for the day actually went to work), I decided to do a little searching on the PT website. Yes, I was looking for something to set me off. Sorry. It took me quite a while to find something that really bothered me. There is so much on there that most of it I can just ignore because I know MY TRUTH, and on days like today, it is almost amusing to read some of it because it makes me realize that at least I’m not bitter. I don’t hold grudges, never could, thank goodness. I finally found a quote that made me think. The poster was referring to directors when she said…

….they’re like pimps…promising a better life….’just work a little more, a little harder’.

My first thought was that it was simply ridiculous, but for some reason, the second half of the line made me think. What is so wrong with working a little more, a little harder? Maybe it’s just my personality, but no matter what I have accomplished in my life, I’ve always been willing to work more and work harder. I’m never satisfied with the status quo. Why should I be? I don’t see that there is anything wrong with wanting more. If someone gave me the choice of a hamburger or filet mignon, why would I choose the hamburger? I may have to work a little harder for it, but it would be worth it.

I guess it has to do with the way I was brought up. I remember being told as a child that a “B” was good, but an “A” was better, and of course, an “A+” was best. For as far back as I can remember, I was always willing to put in the effort to do the best I could. I knew my parents would be proud of me, but most importantly, I would be proud of myself. (For those that are wondering, I graduated high school with a 3.95 GPA.)

Does anyone reading this see anything wrong with working “a little more, a little harder”? I don’t.

 For now, we’ll just ignore the rest of the quote.

Think I’m going to Debut February 25, 2007

Last night, while I was cleaning my house, I started thinking about having my business debut. I realize that most consultants that have these do them relatively quickly after becoming a consultant. I didn’t originally want to have one, but I have changed my mind. I think it would be a great chance for me to learn some things from my director. She has offered to do this for me, and I’ve never really given her a firm yes or no, but I’m going to email her today and let her know that I have decided to do this. I think I’m going to plan it for the weekend after Career Conference. I figure I’ll be on a pretty good “pink high” at that point, so I think it will be good timing. I’m not exactly sure what all will go into it, and unitnet is down right now, so I can’t look there, but I really want to plan this well. Has anyone reading this had a debut? Any ideas on what works and what doesn’t? I want this to be HUGE! I figure since I have a month to plan it, I have the time to do as much as possible. Any tips?

Turning it around today… February 24, 2007

Well, the lady that was supposed to host my only class today called to cancel this morning. I feel guilty because I am upset about it, but it truly is beyond her control, so, I must go on. I am going to pick up a catalog and some orders from a silent hostess I had this week. I hope she did well. She was so excited about doing it. My goal for this morning is to get 5 new contacts. I only have about half the day to accomplish this, because we are supposed to have some really bad weather this evening. I have set new goals for me to reach before Career Conference, and if I’m gonna make them, I have to work HARD! That’s never stopped me before, so I don’t intend to let it stop me now. I will list all of those later in a separate post, but for now, I’ve got to hit the road. I won’t accomplish anything sitting here typing….

Wow! Moment of the day… February 20, 2007

I went to my unit meeting last night, and my recruiter showed me a brochure that she had put together about the benefits of hosting a web party. I kept a copy of it, and when I got home, I adjusted it to fit my specific business needs. I printed out 6 planning on handing them out today. Unfortunately, my daughter was sick this morning, so I didn’t get to do much of my usual running around. Most of the morning I spent working on my color consultation workbook, and trying to get it organized since I am working on 100 faces in 100 days. When I went to pick up my son from school, I stopped at the gas station for my usual afternoon diet coke. I’ve known the clerk at this particular station for many years, and had asked her before if she was iterested in hosting a skin care class. She gave me the usual “I’m too busy” which I believe she probably is. She works a full-time job, has 2 small children, and her husband is frequently out of town on business. When I went in this afternoon, I figured she would be a good candidate for a web party, since she is so busy and also knows a lot of people. I asked her if I could give her something to look over, and of course she agreed. She looked at it, looked up at me, and exclaimed “So you can do it all online?!?”

This was my “WOW!” moment of the day. She was genuinely excited about being able to set the whole thing up online. I quickly explained to her that she could do it all online and still earn free products. She said she would look it over and let me know. I see her almost every day, so hopefully tomorrow afternoon, she will tell me that she wants to set it up.

I think I was most amazed at how much it appealed to her. Personally, I had pretty much thought that the web parties would not go over well because it takes the personal contact out of the equation. I guess not everyone feels this way. I think I will print up several more of the brochures this evening and hand them out tomorrow. Now, where did I put that eye color chart?……..