Serenity Beach

Benefits of a Home Based Business

This is not a “definitive list” by any means. Just a few of the reasons I chose to start a home based business. Also keep in mind that this list of benefits applies to my Summit Group/Watkins home based business; while there are many benefits to working part-time from home, not all opportunities have the same benefits. That being said, understand this; there are many ways to success, be it personal, professional or spiritual.

Home Based Business Secret

The “secret” is finding the one that works for you. Consider for a moment “Weight Loss” diets or programs. You have Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, etc. Do they work? Yes & No. Just look at the testimonials, you see people that made it work. But, if you stop using the system (Kirstie Alley) then the answer is no. Watch the asterisk *Results not typical. Why are the results not typical? Because most people “typically” don’t work the system. IF you work the system, the system will work. The common denominator in ass success scenarios is YOU. You have to find the system that works for you, then throw cauti0n to the wind and “Work the System.” It really is that simple. With that disclaimer out of the way, here we go:

• Part-time: Most of us don’t have the luxury of being able to walk away from our full-time job. As a result for us to build a successful home based business requires the ability to work it part-time. While working a business opportunity part-time is a benefit, there is a danger. It is important to spend time EVERY day on your business. Even if only for ten minutes. If you say “tomorrow I’ll do it”, to often tomorrow never comes.

• Residual Income: Probably easiest the least understood concept about having a home based business, and conversely the most important. Simply put, in the traditional job market, you go to work and you get paid. Stop working and so does the pay. In a business that allows for a residual income you will continue to earn money in the future for work that you do now. If for example  you get sick or take time off for a vacation, you continue to receive income. Actors, writers & musicians all belong in the category of residual income. There are many home based businesses that allow you to tap into the residual income benefit.

• Work from home: I know, it’s redundant: working a home based business from home, but I want to emphasize what a HUGE benefit that is. The flexibility to earn an income from the convenience of your own home is fantastic. No commute, traffic or grid lock. And depending on the business, no inventory, billing, shipping, employees or co-workers. Need to take the kids to the Dr.? Done, It’s your business and your decision.

• Online business: What’s better than having a home base business? One that you can build online! While building your business online is not the most common way most home entrepreneurs work, it is one that is gaining popularity. Not too many years ago door-to-door and person-to-person were the only options. With the advent of the internet, the ability to reach more people quicker became available.

• Free online training: Obviously this is not a benefit for every business opportunity you look at, but it should be one you highly consider. The reason being it offers you total flexibility to build your business at your pace. You don’t have to wait for when your mentor is available to show you “the ropes.” By the same token as your working towards building a residual income, you are able to point others to the online training, freeing you to expose more people to the opportunity.

• Free Marketing Website: This is another category that not every home based business opportunity you look at will offer. I can tell you from personal experience that it is quite nice! For the curious you can check my marketing website I received for free here: DB46.com. The main purpose for this site is to sift the wheat from the chaff. Because I’m primarily building my business online, it’s important for me to know which people are actually serious about building a home based business and the ones that are just “tire kickers”. My free website offers all the details of the business for free online, to those that are serious about a business, and the ones that find it is the right fit for them at this time are the ones I work with.

• Support from successful mentors: This one is kinda a no brainer. To have a successful business it’s important to work with people that have a successful track record. You need an opportunity that is tried and true along with people that can offer you the support you need because they’ve “been there & done that.”

• Spending time with family: While money is a benefit from working from home in building your business, being able to spend time with your family is another. It is often the key ingredient to having success. The desire to be with your family more, and there support in that endeavor are paramount in your success.

• Flexible: The flexibility to work your home based business part-time while still taking care of the other priorities in your life are key. This key will allow you to unlock the full potential of the opportunity you have chosen.

• Cash Now option: Typically building a residual income is a long term proposition. That being said, it is nice if you have the option to also earn some “Now Money” as you build the residual side of the business.

• No selling required: Some people love to sell. It’s in there blood, they can’t help it. Most of us though don’t fall into that category. Having a home based business you can build without having to sell is a HUGE benefit to a lot of us.

• Multiple methods to market: Not being tied down to just one way to reach people is another benefit of building your business. Be it classified ads, online ads, blogs, banner ads, door-to-door, catalog, business cards, mailers or whatever, it’s nice to have options.

• Tax advantages: This is one area that I do NOT recommend DIY. When it comes to taking advantage of the tax benefits of having your own home based business, it is best to have a qualified professional on your side. As you research this particular benefit, you will see that is well worth your while to have a professional on your side.

• Personal Growth: I’m sure you’ve heard the saying: “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over, but expecting different results”. In a nutshell this is saying that when you look at the things that you’ve tried in the past that didn’t work, be open minded. Most of us will find that the common denominator in these sceanarios is us. Take the Nutrisystem analogy above. All of those systems will work, but if you’ve tried them all and they didn’t, you probably need to look in the mirror. If you continue to do what you’ve done, you’ll continue to get what you’ve gotten, are you happy with “what you got?” If not, consider working on yourself while your working on your business.

• Free Audio training: Another one of those benefits that is not offered by all opportunities you may look at. But,I can tell you from personal experience it’s an awesome one to have. I am able to learn techniques for building my home based business in time that usually would have gone to waste. While driving to and from my day job, I have the ability to learn from mentors who have built there successful businesses over the years. Valuable training that wouldn’t be available otherwise.

• Trusted time-tested business model: Most people look in the wrong places when trying to find a business opportunity. Most are looking for the newest most hyped visible thing out there. Be cautious though, here are some sobering statistics: 80% of all businesses fail within the first five years. To ensure the greatest success in any endeavor you look at, consider if they have the track record to back it up.

• Turnkey paint-by-numbers system: Having the “perfect” business opportunity is useless if you don’t have a simple step-by-step turnkey system you can follow. Want to know the real reason McDonald’s is #1 in their industry? How are they able to have minimum wage teens running their million dollar businesses. Simple, they have a step-by-step turnkey proven system for doing everything they do. From making the fries to mopping the floors, every McDonald’s does it the same way.

• Ultra-low start up: While having a proven system that can earn you money is important, it’s also important for it to be within your means. If you want a successful business you can always start a McDonald’s, the franchises are still available. Most of us probably don’t have a Million or so dollars that we can part with though. Along with the potential in your home based business, the ability to start it with minimum up-front investment is crucial.

So there you have it, a few of the benefits of having your own home based business. Now all you have to do is take the next step. I wish you the best in whatever opportunity you find to further your goals for yourself and your family.

David Blalock
Bronze Trailblazer Consultant #386886
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Distributors Wanted

7 Reasons People Become Product Distributors

According to the DSA (Direct Selling Association), people become direct selling distributors for one of seven reasons. Which one is you?:

1) Discount Buyers: These distributors are searching for product discounts and/or wholesale products.  Obviously price isn’t the “only” consideration. It doesn’t matter what the discount is if nobody wants to buy the product your distributing.

2) Goal Seekers: The person who is a “Goal Seeker”  distributor usually  gets involved with direct selling to make some quick cash for a specific purpose, such as Christmas, pay a bill or vacation. If their goal is short term, so is their life in product distribution.

3) Upwardly Mobile: Distributors who “truly” desire incremental income to improve their quality of life tend to be “Upwardly Mobile.”  As a result of their longer term goals and desires they tend to be long-term product distributors.

4) Social Butterflies: I think we all know the personality that likes to be the “Center of Attention” wherever they go.  These personalities desire social interaction & truly enjoy the “networking” of  “network marketing“. The guy or gal who likes “door-to-door” type sales & the well known method of “party plans”  meet the social interaction desires of these product distributors.

5) Overachievers: Product distributors who crave recognition are often the overachievers. Direct selling product distribution offers plenty of recognition. This recognition comes from conventions, distributor events, as well as through multiple titles. As a distributor grows their business, they will escalate up the organization in title & rank (not to mention income).

6) Product Advocates: The people that get into product distribution “backwards” are usually product advocates. How do you “back into” product distribution? Simply put, these people were introduced to a product that they fell in love with. Because of this deep connection with the product and it’s benefits, they desire to “share” the benefits of said product. These product advocates have such a drive & passion for helping other people that their enthusiasm & charisma carries them into joining the business.

7) Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Career people with a burning desire to succeed are the best classification for these distributors. They have the tendency to see the “whole picture” when it comes to building a residual income business. As a result, they set goals: “Plan their work & work their plan.” Most entrepreneurs weigh the pros and cons of any potential product distribution business, calculate the ROI, become true students of the business model & move forward; working each day to achieve their short & long term goals. Typically, entrepreneurs are very productive; and most were simply waiting for the right “vehicle” in which to drive to their success.

So, which category did you find yourself in? Many of us are probably a blend of two or more of these product distributor categories. Best of luck to each and every one of you who are seeking to enrich the lives of yourself and your family by helping others achieve their goals.

David Blalock
Bronze Consultant #386886
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Don't Let the Sun Set on Me

Recipe for Home Business

Recipe for Success in a Home Business

If you ask most people what recipe for success is (home business or otherwise), you will get many different answers. Typically though, I think most people have in their mind that someone who is successful in a home business has a certain set of characteristics (recipe for success if you will). We tend to think of successful people as having natural talent, usually tall & extremely good looking. Maybe even athletic and charismatic. What do you do if you want  to be independent in a home business and don’t have these traits? Bill Porter is an example of a man who’s recipe for success doesn’t have the usual earmarks we’re accustomed to seeing.

Many people came to know Bill Porter from the portrayal of him by William H. Macy in a movie on TNT called "Door to Door" in 2002. It’s is based on the true life story of Bill Porter’s success in a home business from Watkins. There are many people that have a  successful home business in Watkins. What makes him so special? Remember the traditional recipe for success we spoke of earlier. Bill didn’t fit it. "Broke the Mold" if you will.

Bill was born with cerebral palsy in 1932. That made the task of daily living quite a challenge for him. None the less, he was determined (with encouragement from his mother) to be independent and successful in his home business. And he did it the hard way. Door to Door. No Internet, slick online marketing methods, spam or pop-ups. His recipe was hard work and perseverance.

I can’t due justice to Bill and his story here. I encourage you to buy, rent or Netflix his story at your convenience. His is an inspiring story for all.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Run Don't Walk

Watkins Home Business

Can you tell I’ve listened to a LOT of radio in my life…lol! Anyway, I wanted to talk about the dual home business models that Watkins offers for an associate to build a part-time home business. The first & probably most familiar is the Watkins “traditional” model, which is retail. Now within that one category there are many more options.

• Sales to friends or families
• Living Naturally Parties (Home Parties)
• Booth Sales (Flea markets, craft shows, county fairs etc.
• Fundraisers
• Online retailing
• Catalog sharing (Beauty shops, Assisted Living Centers etc.
• Door-to-Door sales

You can choose to do any (or none) of these methods to help earn some money & build your home business.

The second part of the Watkins business is building by sponsoring people to become Watkins associates. This is where the real money (residual) comes in. And there is actually a “secret formula” for building your home business in this fashion. It is a 3-5 year plan designed to allow you to build your home business with no selling, part-time from your home (online if you choose) to replace your “9-5″. This 3-5 year program is not available from Watkins per se, but through an Associate group “The Summit Group”. The “Summit Group” provides step-by-step directions on how to build your home business using a simple “2-step” formula anyone can follow. Simply put, it is a turnkey business building program. The best news it is available to all who join Watkins by signing up through me. 

What benefits do you receive other than the “2-step” formula? Glad you asked!

• A “Free” recruiting site (see mine)
• Access to a “Free” training site with exclusive training materials
• “Free” message boards so you can interact and learn from others
• Access to the Summit Group upline (learn from the leader who has over 6,000 associates)

So, if your still interested in learning more, you can get more info here.
Or E-mail me.

What you WON’T get is a “hard sell” or “hype”. This is truly a simple business that has been using a successful formula for people to become successful for over 140 years. How many companies can say that? I promise to give you honest answers with out pressure or BS. I can’t make anyone do this business. It is something you have to WANT. If you decide it makes sense for you to join, I will make sure you have access to all the tools and knowledge necessary to be successful. Why? Because, quite simply; I don’t make a dime until you make a dollar. Once you learn to duplicate the simple “2-step” formula you will be on your way to fulfilling your dreams.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Tick_Tock

“Time keeps on slipping, slipping into the future…” Kudos to the “Steve Miller Band” for that timeless classic. Ever notice how time just seems to just get away from you. “I need to make some extra money, but I just don’t have any time.” Sound familiar. Did to me too. That’s when I found out about how Watkins allows you to build your business part-time, from home, online if you’d like. I knew it was for me.

I’ve been looking for an honest, easy part-time way to make extra money. With Watkins you have so many options.

• Buy wholesale for yourself & teach others to do the same.
• Work from home online using “Summit Groups” free website to recruit.
• Share products w/ friends, neighbors, family or co-workers.
• Retail at fairs, craft shows, sporting events or wherever you find a crowd of people.
• Door to door. (Still done today, though not as much).
• A combination of any (or all) of these plus many more.

The question you ultimately have to ask yourself is: “Where will I be in 5 years if I do nothing?” For me I quickly saw that doing “the same thing” over & over was going to get me the same resulst. Being able to keep my full-time job and build my business part-time was key. Where can you find a little extra time: http://bit.ly/tv_time Now invest a few minutes in yourself daily to build your future for your family. For free no obligation info check out this site: http://www.tsginfo.com/index.php?rc=DB6969 I look forward to working with you as we build our future.

If you just need some Watkins products for yourself: http://watkinsonline.com #386886

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate # 386886
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Time for TV?

Original "Watkins Man"

If you’ve been looking for ways to make extra money, you may be wondering “why should I consider Watkins?” Fair question. Ultimately it will be one you have to answer for yourself. I CAN tell you why I chose Watkins.

I was looking for products I could sell direct (like Avon, candles, etc.) When I searched online I came across Watkins products. I had “heard” of Watkins before, but really wasn’t aware of what they offered. When I went to www.watkinsonline.com I was taken aback. They had spices! Silly I know, but I love to cook. I have several friends at work that I swap my favorite recipes with.

So I requested more info. Got the sample pack, tried the spices and thought “This is good!” Further research made Watkins look even better:

• Over 140 years in business
• 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee
• Products made in America
• Natural & Organic products
• Low start-up cost
• Part-time work at home business opportunity
• Support from peers who have succeeded in the business

While it was their world famous vanilla & spices that originally peaked my interest. Realizing I could build my own business online from home part-time in addition to direct selling (if that is something that interest you) that had me “hooked”.

If you would like to know about how you can start your own business click “here” for free information. Or maybe you’d just like to order some of your favorite Watkins products, that’s o.k. too. Just click here:  & use Associate ID #386886

David Blalock
Independent Watkins Associate #386886
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