Home Based Business

No Selling Required Home Based Business

How to make money without selling in a Summit Group/Watkins business.

One of the first questions most people ask when first hearing about a Watkins home based business is “Do I have to sell?” Translation: “The only way to make money in a home business is selling, right?” The answer is actually no. The preferred method taught by the Summit Group to build your Watkins home business is not based upon the traditional sales model.

This is a hard concept for a lot of people to swallow. Especially anyone that knows anything about Watkins. Over 140 years ago Watkins pioneered the Direct Selling & Network Marketing industry. But, most people assume because of the World Famous Watkins products and catalogs that the only way to have a significant income is to sell. The side of Watkins that is often overlooked is the power of the Network Marketing. If you enjoy selling, you certainly can, bear in mind however that the EVERY SINGLE ONE of the top earners in Watkins have focused their time and energy on Network Marketing, NOT Direct Selling. As a matter of fact, the leader of the Summit Group makes over $20,000 a month, and has since 1997. It is his method that shows the true power of Network Marketing in Watkins.

My goal is in just the little space I have available here is to show you how Network Marketing can allow you to build a team that generates a monthly bonus income without anyone having to sell retail. I can tell you from personal experience that even when you concentrate only on Network Marketing, some retail sales will still occur. This is because of the quality products that have been offered by Watkins for over a century. When people that have used Watkins products before find out your a “Watkins Man or Woman” they will insist on making purchases! As a consequence your business will end up being a mix of retail and Network Marketing.

Why Isn’t Everyone Doing It?

Simply put, most people don’t understand how network marketing works. People that are introduced to Watkins automatically assume it’s like Avon. Most all of us has known someone who sells Avon products. We see them with their catalogs talking to friends and co-workers, or possibly seen Tupperware, Pampered Chef or some other similar company and figured it’s just the same. You may have actually met someone at a county fair or craft show with a Watkins booth selling products, it is just the most common way most of us have been exposed to the business. Another reason it’s not as noticeable in the mainstream is because of the inherent nature of how Network Marketing works. You typically won’t see a BIG network marketing recruiting booth set up at the county fair. Marketing is usually done below most peoples radar.

The Nuts & Bolts of Network Marketing

If your unfamiliar with Network Marketing, read on for the details in a nutshell. The concept is actually quite simple: A lot of people doing a little can be more productive than just one person doing a lot. Let me explain.

O.K. Remember the Avon and Tupperware Direct Selling example from earlier? Here’s how to relate it to Network Marketing in a way more of us are familiar with.

Imagine there was a company that opened large warehouse stores all around the U.S. And let’s further imagine that for a $45 annual “club fee” these stores would allow you to buy products from their store at a significant discount. The savings from just a few visits would quickly make up the annual “club fee”.

There is actually a company that has done just that. They have opened over 470 warehouses and sold 46 million people a “club fee” membership. These members spend 52 billion dollars in their stores. You know them as Costco, and millions have paid them $45 to join and buy at a discount.

Watkins vs. Costco

Let’s compare. For $39.95 you can start buying Watkins products at a discount of 25% or more. Pretty much same concept so far, pay a “club fee” to join and buy products at a discount.

Have you ever found a really good deal on something and then told your friends about it? Let’s say you tell your friends about Costco, and your friends buy a membership and start buying products at a discount. Will Costco send you a bonus check for 5%-10% of whatever your friends buy? Of course not. But get this; Watkins does! And if your friend tell others about Watkins, they can earn a bonus, and you can too.

Now you see how the concept of Network Marketing works. It works like this: you establish a group of people who join Watkins by paying their $39.95 “club fee”. These people are just like you, they’re not interested in selling products; just like the Costco analogy they join to buy products for their family with the associates discount. Seems simple doesn’t it? And it doesn’t take many  people doing that before your group can be using more Watkins products than the largest retail person in Watkins.

As I mentioned before, there’s a selling & a buying side to the Summit Group/Watkins business opportunity. Should you choose, you can retail products to friends, family, co-workers or customers. The buying side is the Network Marketing. Associates (like yourself) buy products for their own use. In the long run though, there is a LOT more power from the Network Marketing side than the retail side.

The core principal concept of Network Marketing is people helping people learn how to buy award winning natural products at a discount. Repeat after me: “It’s NOT about selling!”

Making Money in Network Marketing

Let’s get all hypothetical shall we. It all starts with you, let’s say you decide to join Watkins so you can save money buying stuff at a discount from Watkins instead of your local grocery or dollar store. And for the sake of this scenario you commit to transferring purchases to your own Watkins store at the tune of $100 a month.

Once you start saving money buying quality natural and organic products for Watkins, what do you do next? Just like in our Costco analogy; you tell others. Now suppose that you find 10 others who decide they want to have their own “buy & word of mouth” business to save & make money. And, like you they commit to “transfer buying” $100 (remember, these are products we’re already buying like: shampoo, deodorant, spices, lotion, vitamins etc.) per month. *FYI, there are no “monthly minimums” in Watkins. We’re using the hypothetical $100 per month as an examply of what a typical average monthly average may be. As always in life, some will do more, and some will do less.

In the scenario at this point, at the end of the month Watkins would calculate how much in products had been purchased from your team of 10, and then send you a bonus check of about $70. All you did to “earn” this was to tell others (word of mouth) and in the process you earned $70 + the discount of your own purchases.

But wait, there’s more. The next logical thing to do now is to help your team of 10 find their “10 team”. Reminder, nobody is looking for salespeople-what they’re actually looking for is “clones”. Clones of themselves, to do what they have done: buy/save, share/earn.

Looking forward; your 10 now have their 10. The group is now 110 strong, earning you not $70 monthly but $700! Wow, we don’t need no stinkin’ sales! Simply a process of people transfer buying products they’re already buying & telling others. Remember when we talked about how we would let folks no what a cool deal Costco was? How much is Costco going to send you monthly for your “word of mouth” efforts? Zilch, zero, nada, nein, NOTHING! Stop working for nothing, you deserve more for your efforts.

So taking it one step further: These 100 people find their “10 team” who want to buy/save, share/earn. Now we’re looking at 1,110 people in your organization. How does $5,000 per month sound? Pretty cool huh? But don’t miss the big picture; this is not a “work for” door-to-door like Avon income. Where each month you have to go out to your “customers” and get more orders. This is different, and the difference is the key. These people are just transferring the dollars they were already spending at their grocery and dollar stores to Watkins. They’re saving money in that process. As a consequence the $5,000 is a monthly income without going out and doing the work all over again.

Obviously your team wont grow exactly as our scenario above; and it doesn’t need to because you can still have a large thriving team. As your team grows, some groups will grow slower than expected and conversely, some faster. But seriously, what could be easier? Buying stuff at a discount (stuff your already buying elsewhere) & telling others how they can do the same.

What’s Your Plan B?

This is the real question you need to consider. What else out there can you do part-time from home, without selling or buying inventory that in a 3-5 year period with consistent and daily focused effort will allow you to be earning a significant RESIDUAL monthly income. Oh yeah, and for the measly sum of $39.95? And should you think this is just some fly-by-night get rich quick scam: consider this. Number 1, 3-5 years is not necessarily quick, and number 2-Watkins has been in business for over 140 years. What about where your working now? What if you get outsourced, or downsized, laid off, fired or the company relocates? What’s your Plan B?

Thanks for your indulgence, I know I was long winded with this one. My sincere wish is for your success in whatever endeavor you decide to choose. If for whatever reason this one does not appeal to you, I encourage you to seriously have a Plan B. I know all too well from personal experience that it’s significantly better to have your plan in place before you need it.

David Blalock
Bronze Trailblazer Consultant #386886
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Home Based Business Tools

Tools for a Home Based Business

What is the best home based business out there? You might be surprised by my answer! The BEST Home Based Business is one YOU enjoy. I have made my choice, it may not be for you. As a matter of fact very few people will be able to see the opportunity in my home based business, and that’s ok. My recommendation is to look around and find the one that is right for you. Let me tell you a little about why I chose the one I did.

My Home Based Business

The home based business I chose consists of two parts. It’s simple, fun and easy. A word of caution while your looking around. You will be inundated with promises of instant wealth and riches, RUN don’t walk, but RUN the other way.  Any legitimate home based business (any business for that matter) requires work. That is why I suggested finding the opportunity that you enjoy. Because if you don’t enjoy it, you won’t end up sticking with it, if you stick with it you can’t be successful. That’s just a fact. Back to the two parts of my home based business. Believe it or not, the BIGGEST part of what I do is to tell others about the opportunity. How do I do that? Hmmmm…. well your reading this right now, this is one of the ways. A lot of what I do to tell people about my home based business opportunity comes from the tools I have available from the people that introduced me to the business. They are a group of entrepreneurs known as the “Summit Group”. And to see one of the tools available from them you can see here, BTW it was free, & if you decide this business is right for you, it will be available to you also. When you go there you will have the opportunity to learn all about the “Summit Group” and what we do to build a home based business.

Home Based Business Training Website

I would love nothing more than to show you the inside of tsgnet.com, but I can’t. It is an exclusive members only training site full of proprietary training material that is second to none. I can tell you a little of what is available there though: There are tons of articles on how to build your home based business using online techniques (banner ads, websites, domain names, redirects etc). Basic strategies on how to build a successful long term residual income. By residual income I mean money you will be paid for on a continual basis (think singers getting paid for songs today that they recorded years ago) from the work you do now. Here are some of the categories available on the training website:

• News Flash
• Business Tools
• Basics (Team Building)
• Free Website Statistics
• Retailing
• Message Board
• Online Audios
• Supplemental Training
• Bonus Books & Reports
• Events, Contests, & Incentives
• Price Lists
• Shipping Rates
• Newsletter/Archives
• and much, much more………

The website for recruiting online & training website are free from the Summit Group if you join here. Still undecided? That’s ok, for full details about how the business opportunity works (no hype, “just the facts”) go here: DB46.com

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Watkins Home Business Opportunity

Home Business Opportunity

What would having a home business do for you?
Are you looking to:
·    Save money on your monthly grocery budget. (2009 Price Comparison Sheet)
·    Pay off credit cards.
·    Make a car or house payment.
·    Pay for your children’s college education.
·    Pay for your children’s hobbies & extracurricular activities.
·    Take that special vacation that many have had to forfeit in these tough economic times.
·   Build a nest egg for retirement.
·    Buy natural products people know and love! ~and earn extra income.

A Watkins Home Business is the perfect solution!
What marketing method you use is up to YOU!

·    Living Naturally ~Home events, presentations, & samplings allow you to present the Watkins Home Business Opportunity & products to a group of people at the same time. These are “Tried & True”  time effective methods for building your home business & can represent significant “now money.”

·    Public Events ~Fairs and Trade Shows & Public Displays bring the public to you. This is a phenomenal fit for those who are free to work their business on the weekends & are able to invest in inventory.

·    Online: ~Build your business virtually with the Internet. No commute or parking hassles! Your customers & prospects come right in to your virtual home anytime of day or night! Keep your day job while moonlighting in your Watkins Home Business.

·    One-to-One ~Present the Watkins product & Home Business Opportunity to  prospects any time in any setting. This is a highly duplicatable avenue for building your Watkins Home Business.
Start Today with Watkins Membership Package for Only $39.95!

This Watkins Home Business Opportunity Package is a simple package that will include a welcome letter, instructions for initial set-up. Order forms,  program literature, current Highlights catalog, next month Highlights catalog & one Master catalog.

Additionally if you join using the link above you will receive:

·    Access to the Summit Group Exclusive training website & your very own recruiting site (like mine) FREE!
·    25% Discount on Watkins Products
·    Additional Bonuses Paid on Volume & Leadership
·    Business Support
·    Additional Incentive Programs
·    Access to Online Catalog, Recipes, Reports and Ordering System
·    1 Year Membership

Business Assortments:
Depending on the marketing method you choose, you also have the option to: add one or all three business assortments based on your personal goals (during your first 90 days).

Gift Certificate Assortment
Choose your own Watkins product selection.
·    For only $129
·    Customize your business
·    Allows you to order $200 of Watkins products
·    Pick and choose from over 350 of your favorite Watkins products

Living Naturally Upgrade Assortment
Watkins Living Naturally Upgrade Assortment is the perfect fit for you f you would like to present Watkins products in a relaxed atmosphere. Invite your friends and indulge in the one of a kind taste that is Watkins. What better way to have a get-together than by spending time relaxing with friends, sampling simple and delicious recipes from Watkins.
$69.95

Includes:
·    Master Catalogs (25)
·    Customer 4 Part Order Forms (40)
·    Event 2 Part Recap Forms (10)
·    Invitation Postcards (40)
·    Event Guide (1)
·    Watkins Organic Vanilla, 2 fl. oz.
·    Watkins Organic Pepper, 4 oz.
·    Watkins Organic Cinnamon, 2 oz.
·    Watkins Organic Chicken Seasoning, 2.3 oz.
·    Watkins Natural Mango Body Cream
·    Watkins Berry Charming Lip Tint
·    Watkins Natural Peppermint Foot Cream
·    Watkins Natural Lemon Cream Hand & Body Lotion
·    Watkins Natural Aloe & Green Tea All-Purpose Cleaner
·    Watkins Natural Lemon Hand Soap
·    Watkins Traditional Favorites Dip Sampler: Watkins Salsa & Sour Cream Snack & Dip Seasoning Samples (4), Watkins Cucumber & Dill Snack & Dip Seasoning Samples (4), Watkins Crab Snack & Dip Seasoning Samples (4), Watkins Chicken Soup Base Samples (4)

Watkinize Your Home Assortment
A variety of pre-selected Watkins products for every room in your house.  Earn additional money with the Watkinize Your Home (WYH) Bonus Payout: you can earn $100 cash (or more)!

To qualify for the WYH Bonus Payouts, you simply purchase the assortment for yourself & enroll in Watkins Loyalty Program.

The WYH Bonus Payout is not the only benefit! You also receive a FREE E-Associate online web package and maintenance fee for the first three months ($124.80 value!). Check mine out here!
·    $349 WYH package
·    FREE Watkins E-Associate Website ($64.95 Value)
·    Three months FREE web maintenance* ($59.85 Value)
·    WYH Bonus Payout** $100—$175
·    Watkinize Your Home product assortment

·    Total Assortment Value: $625
*Watkins will maintain your website for a monthly fee of $19.95 after your first three free months.
**Requires Associate to purchase the Watkinize Your Home assortment and join Watkins Loyalty Program.

Why is Watkins different?
For over 140 years Watkins has been committed to using only the finest natural ingredients. While Watkins is proud of it’s rich past, they’re even more proud of their commitment to your family and future. Watkins brings you products that are family approved, Watkins guaranteed, and have been trusted for generations. From our natural plant-based home care cleaning line to our organic spices and extracts, Watkins has products everyone will love.

Watkins began in 1868 with the vision of a 28-year old entrepreneur, J.R. Watkins. His first product, Watkins Red Liniment, had the first-ever money-back satisfaction guarantee. By inventing his famous “Trial-Mark” bottle history was made. Because demand for Red Liniment quickly multiplied, he hired salesmen to market this growing line of products from home to home. This was the founding the Direct Sales Industry.

“The Watkins Man” became a household name over the years. J.R.’s dream lives on in the vision & entrepreneurial spirit of today’s “Watkins Men and Women.” Now is the time for you to become part of this tradition.
·    Extraordinary Products ~People use our consumable products every day.
·    Trusted Brand ~For over 141 years people all over North America know and respect the Watkins brand. Watkins boast a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee and have been committed to quality since 1868!
·    Brand Awareness — A small percentage of Watkins products can be found in select retail locations (like Target) ~a great opportunity for you to gain new customers.
·   Simple Business ~Watkins business system is very easy to duplicate.
·    Exceptional Compensation ~Watkins rewards Associates in relation to their efforts & offers leadership bonuses!
·    Low Start-up Cost ~Watkins has one of the lowest start-up costs for a home-based business ($39.95)  and requires no inventory.
·    Support — Receive business support from Watkins Home Office Staff, myself & the Summit Group .
·    Incentives and Recognition — Watkins rewards top performers with powerful recognition, rewards, and luxury travel.

You will love Watkins products and business opportunity! Your Watkins business is waiting to begin.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Watkins vs. Walmart

Watkins vs. Walmart

No brainer right? I mean come on, Walmart advertises the lowest prices, who you gonna believe. Is that really the question? Does your family deserve something better than what Walmart serves? And as far as prices go, I think your going to be pleasantly surprised. I know it’s popular to bash Walmart, that is not what this story is about. I chose Walmart as a comparison to Watkins for two reasons.

1. They are well known. If I were to mention “Robert’s Grocery” (just down the street from my house) most will not be familiar with them.
2. Both Watkins and Walmart are considered to be American icons.

Watkins is known for carrying American made natural and green products. To achieve low prices many of  Walmart products are of Chinese origin. Not saying it’s necessarily a bad thing, just trying to impart some knowledge. Walmart first began business in 1962, which in the business world, still being in business is a major feat. Watkins began business in 1868, still sells it’s flagship product “Watkins Pain Relieving Liniment”. Watkins also introduced the first “Money Back Guarantee”, still evidenced by the “Trial Mark” on the back of many of it’s products today. Walmart does not have a member card, it’s sister company Sam’s does. If you become a member of Sam’s, club membership begins at $40.00 and will allow you a discount on products purchased there. Becoming a member of Watkins (known as associates) will net you a discount of 25%-39% (depending on the size of your business) and is only $39.95. In addition, you will be able to retail Watkins products and earn that same 25%-39% profit.

Now for the prices:

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Watkins vs. Walmart Price Comparison

Surprised? How is that possible? Simple. When was the last time you saw a Walmart commercial on TV? Today probably, I know I saw one earlier. Now ask yourself when the last time you saw a Watkins commercial on TV? Guessing probably never. Why is that? Because Watkins pays it’s associates to market Watkins products by word of mouth and online. It is a business model that has proven to be successful for over 140 years. Watkins allows people to build their own home business part-time while keeping their “day job”. With consistent effort, those that have wanted to have been able to make Watkins their “day job”. What about you?

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Toxic H2O?

Testing the Home Business Waters

As a child I can still remember my mom cautioning me “Don’t drink the water!”. I loved playing outdoors and not want to come in the house for water, what is the logical thing to do? Drink out of the water hose of course. I asked her why I couldn’t drink water from the hose and she told me about pesticides or chemicals that might be on the hose. Things we couldn’t see, but could still be harmful. At that young age, I’ll admit I couldn’t really understand her caution. Now did she mean to never drink water? Of course not, but to make informed choices about where I chose to drink from. Choosing a home business to earn extra money should be made after careful consideration also.

Due to the current economic situation, many people are looking for ways to earn extra money in their own home business. Before testing the waters however, caution should be observed. Unfortunately there are people who make a living off scamming others. It is an unfortunate reality we all have to deal with. It is especially prevalent in the home business opportunity community. Many people desperate to earn extra money for their families tragically fall victim to these scoundrels. If anyone is promising instant riches, beware. That being said, don’t let a few bad apples keep you from drinking the water of a home business opportunity. Be aware and use common sense. Too often the “Newest” opportunity is the one we consider. There is something to be said for watching for new opportunities, just use your head.

While new is fine for some, I chose to go “Old School”. My Watkins home business is building off of a legacy of 141 years in business. With failure rates for businesses at over 50%, makes you think they “might” just now what they’re doing! Watkins products have been used by families to help enhance their health and natural living for over a century. Watkins pioneered the “Money Back Guarantee” along with the Direct Selling business model. For as long as families have trusted Watkins natural products, entrepreneurs have been earning money. Watkins now carries over 350 products. While most people may be familiar with Watkins vanilla, black pepper & cinnamon, that is not all they offer. Besides Watkins natural and organic spices and extracts, they now also have natural body care, natural home remedies and natural plant-based cleaners. While natural and green products are now “in fashion”, Watkins has been in the natural and green business for 141 years.

When it comes to “Green” Watkins puts it’s money where it’s mouth is. Besides having green and natural products, they work daily to reduce waste and make a positive impact on the earth. For example:

• Eliminate waste by utilizing Lean business and manufacturing practices and streamlining operations
• Each of Watkins vendors is encouraged to use renewable energy and to cut waste
• By using lighter weight product packaging, Watkins has saved thousands of pound of plastic from waste
• Watkins uses a gravity fed filling process to fill their bulk dry mixes. This conserves energy that would normally be used to power a conveyor or pneumatic system
• Watkins uses e-communications and encourages customers, Associates and vendors to obtain information online instead of print
• Soy-based ink is used in printed marketing materials
• Biodegradable packing materials are used
• Watkins also adheres to a strict paper, plastic and aluminum recycling program

So as you continue your search for a home based business, please consider the longevity of whatever opportunity you find. If you can find a greener more natural business that has been in business longer than Watkins, give it careful consideration. If not, consider the Watkins opportunity.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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I Want YOU!

Entrepreneurs Wanted

I am looking for a particular type of person. The person I’m looking for is a self-starter. They are motivated, creative and able to follow a plan of action. It does not matter if your black, white, puerto rican, young or old, male or female. The type of person I’m looking for has a burning desire to succeed. They know that they are on this earth to accomplish something, to make other people’s lives better. They want to work for themselves in a business that is honest, ethical and enables people to better themselves. Typically these type of people have an entrepreneurial mindset. They see opportunity where others see obstacles, are willing to take a chance when others cower and hide their heads in the sand. If this paragraph describes you, or who you want to be, we need to talk.

There is right now a tremendous opportunity available to help other people who have a great need. 2009 was a difficult year for many families and businesses. There are people right now who need help, help that working together we can provide. There are many people who are looking for ways to save money and live healthy lives. If we work together we can show people how this is possible. Please understand, if you have read this far; this is NOT a get rich quick scheme. If you are looking for a way to make money that does not involve work, dedication and commitment, please move on. This is not it. It is NOT the newest fad or viral marketing scam most of us are used to seeing. It is a rock solid entrepreneurial opportunity that has been enhancing the quality of life for Americans for over 140 years.

Now I want you to pause a moment and reflect on that statement. In 140 years this country has seen two World Wars, a Great Depression, multiple recessions, civil rights struggles and countless business failures. Yet this company, Watkins; has never had a product recall, they were the first to offer a money back guarantee on everything they sell. Specializing in natural products that we all use daily, they have been offering an opportunity for those that seek it. Simply put, Watkins pays people like you and me, when we are successful in getting other people to use Watkins products. No million dollar super bowl ads, no PGA or Nascar sponsorship. Watkins uses it’s advertising dollars where they have for over 140 years, in the hands of hard working, honest, entrepreneurial men and women in the United States and Canada. Right now our country is at a tipping point. The old ways of thinking about careers and earning money for our families futures has changed forever. My dad’s generation could depend on working for the same company for 2o years and retiring with a pension. No more.

There is a special organization that works in partnership with Watkins. This organization has perfected a turnkey plan for building a successful Watkins business. This plan has been responsible for improving the lives of many thousands of people in the last 20 years. It is the single largest organization in Watkins. It is a simple 2 step plan, that doesn’t require you to quit your day job, or drastically change how you go about your daily lives. Using just a few hours a week, part-time from your home; either online or in conjunction with traditional methods, you can build your future. Not everyone has the ability to see the potential of this plan, if you can- we need to talk.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Post Holiday Blues

The “Cure” for the Post Holiday Blues

Many people find this time of year to be stressful. Trying to meet all of your social obligations along with the money that is needed for gifts. If you find yourself wondering what you can do to earn a little extra cash, consider this. Watkins has a wonderful business opportunity available. If you would like to earn just a little cash working part-time, this business opportunity may be for you. While it is true that you can earn a full-time income working with Watkins, you don’t have to.

For those that right now can’t commit the time or energy to work towards a full-time income with a part-time home business, retailing Watkins products is a great way to make some “quick cash”. Typically all that is necessary to start retailing Watkins products is to show the Watkins catalog to friends or family. Watkins now has over 350 products, all of which we use daily in our lives. No inventory or “minimums” is required. Once your customer places an order, you either fax, phone or input it online. WatkinsOnline.com is also a wonderful way for friends or family that don’t live close to you to order. All they need is your associate id# and they are set. Very simple, and very easy.

The categories of Watkins products are:

Watkins Natural Gourmet:
A complete line of natural and organic spices for the discriminating cook. This is where you will find the Watkins signature product: vanilla. In 1895 when Watkins introduced Vanilla Extract made with Madagascar Pure Vanilla, it quickly became one of Watkins most popular products. Watkins world reputation came when in 1928 at the International Exposition in Paris, (France, not Texas) Watkins was awarded the Grand Prize Gold Medal for Highest Quality. This distinction was placed on several of Watkins products: the vanilla, black pepper, cinnamon and other ground spices.

Watkins Natural Personal Care:
Be sure to look for the Natural Products Association seal on many of the Watkins Natural Apothecary products. To earn the NPA seal, products must be formulated with at least 95% natural ingredients from renewable resources. Watkins is proud to be one of the first companies to gain this certification. The diversity of these products is immense. They include: hand and body lotions, body creams and oils, bath salts, hair and body wash, facial care, foot care and more. For full descriptions and a detailed accounting go here.

Watkins Natural-Based Remedies:
In 1868 when Watkins began doing business, the Minnesota prairie didn’t have easy access to doctors. Not that many people could have afforded to use them even if they had been available. This is the reason families have counted on Watkins for over 140 years. Watkins Apothecary has been there to provide quality products that people could rely on to make them feel better. Of course wasn’t the only Apothecary company in the 1860’s, they just happen to be the only one left. From the past to the present, Watkins provides tried and true products with the original money back guarantee. Some of the favorites you may know: Watkins Pain Relieving Liniment, Watkins Methol Camphor Vapor Rub, Watkins Petro-Carbo Salve and of course their full line of Watkins Supplements.

Natural Plant Based Home Care:

For well over a century and a quarter, Watkins has been delivering environmentally, high quality products. With that, Wakins is proud of their plant-based line of cleaning products. These Watkins products adheres to their commitment of helping our families live naturally. Watkins natural cleaners include the most popular cleaning products. These natural products are non-toxic, plant-based formulas that are phosphate-free and biodegradable. And probably the biggest news is what you DON’T get.
Natural Freedom Code-Plant based formulas are:

• Sulfuric Acid Free
• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Free
• Propylene Glycol Free
• Phthalate Free
• Phosphoric Acid Free
• Phosphate Free
• Petrochemical Free
• Paraben Free
• Non-Toxic
• Never Tested On Animals
• Mineral Spirit Free
• Kerosene Free
• Isopropanol Free
• Formaldehyde Free
• Dye Free
• Diethylene Ether Free
• Butyl/Ethyl Cellosolve Free
• Boron Free
• Bleach Free
• Biodegradable
• Benzene Free
• Animal Ingredient Free
• Ammonia Free

And like all of Watkins products, the legendary 100% satisfaction guarantee applies!

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Part-time Home Business Tools

Making Money In your Home Business

When deciding to make some extra money with a part-time home business, one of the most important things to consider is the help that is available to you. I can’t speak for the other home business opportunities out there, but for the Watkins Summit Group I can. Watkins has been in business for over 140 years. They have a top-notch website with wonderful information to guide you in building a home business. The Summit Group goes 2-steps beyond what Watkins offers. The Summit Group it the largest, most award-winning team of  home business people who represent the Watkins company. Let’s look at some of what they have to offer.

• Exclusive proprietary materials for building your home business with no selling required. Their unique 9-4-1 formula & business material for success are available free to anyone in the Summit Group.
• The Summit Group is a group of thousands of people across the United States & Canada. They’re  family-oriented, friendly people who help teach others the benefit of the Watkins business & products.
• Those that join with the Summit Group get their own recruiting website for FREE! Take a look at mine here.
• Access to free online training, templates, audio downloads, message boards, e-books & much, much more.
• Optional weekly conference calls (yep, free again.)

These part-time home business building tools are available if you join thru a Summit Group associate (like ME!    ) This is in addition to all the materials Watkins has  available. Like their online product website: WatkinsOnline.com , free downloadable audio training, free recipes and more. What is really unbelievable is that you can tap into ALL of this for a $39.95 membership.

Now to get down to brass tacks. I don’t know if the Summit Group/Watkins home business is right for you. I am not going to try to talk you into it. That is one of the reasons I have this website. To get all the information out there so people can make up their own mind. If this sound like an opportunity you might like to learn more about, click here. If you have other questions or comments feel free to e-mail me (link down below).

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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Watkins Word of Mouth

Watkins Products Word of Mouth Advertising

Many people are mystified by “Word of Mouth” advertising. I think we all really know what it is, we just don’t call it that. We hear of how Watkins products are sold by word of mouth instead of the conventional method of heavy advertising and we think “how odd, wonder what that’s about?”. Let me share a story of how Word of Mouth advertising recently worked in my sphere of influence.

My sister was having problems with her computer. She remarked that due to the computers age she had thought of getting a new one. Knowing that she had been plagued with the typical “PC” issues (viruses, lock-ups and shut-downs) I suggested that she look into getting a Mac. On the surface they appear to cost more, however taking into account all issues (buying anti-virus software, etc.) she might actually come out ahead. (Especially if peace of mind is worth anything!). Long story short, she bought a Mac. Loves it! At Thanksgiving I was quizzing her on it, she raved about how wonderful, compact and easy to use it is. Guess what. Now my dad is getting a Mac. This is word of mouth advertising. But watch this.

Because I recommended she look at Mac’s, my sister bought one and my dad is going to. How much did Apple pay me for the Word of Mouth Advertising? You guessed it: Zilch! When my dad gets a Mac, how much will my sister get for her “Word of Mouth Advertising”? Ditto, nada. Now replace Mac with Watkins and you have a different story. Watkins actually pays me when I recommend a Watkins product and someone buys it. Do I just recommend a Watkins product just because I get paid. Nope, I love and use Watkins products everyday in my household. Of course Watkins has a money back guarantee, should for any reason someone not like a product I recommend. Win-win situation.

So, think about this. The next time you recommend a movie, restaurant or hairdresser; think “I’m using word of mouth advertising.” Should you like to learn how you could actually work part-time from home earning money to help the household budget, click here.

David Blalock
Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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What product do you sell?

What Product Did You Sell Today?

Don’t believe me? “What’s my product?” you say. Simple, your product is time. Your time. If you work for someone and get paid money (isn’t that why we all do it) the product your selling is your time. Below we will talk about the 4 most basic ways to make money. The only thing that changes is the product that’s sold.

EMPLOYEE: Most of us are familiar with this one. We have a job. How much you make is determined by your “Title”. But what your selling for money (ie: your product) is your time. Familiar with “Don’t work, don’t get paid.”? Just because it is the most common way of earning money doesn’t mean it’s the best. Your “product” is limited by the 24 hours per day you have to “sell.” But, there are other options.

INVESTOR: Great work if you can get it. Typically to be in this position you already have a “LOT” of money. Maybe from working, but the money often is inherited or derived from a business. The money that is earned is used to invest in other things: stocks, bonds, drawing interest from CD’s etc. While this is one “job” most people would like to do, most aren’t in the position due to lack of money.

SELF EMPLOYED: Still selling their time, the self employed often times are getting more money for that “product.” Think Doctor, Lawyer, hair dresser, landscaping business etc. Same issue of time that the employee has. Don’t work, don’t get paid. When your product is your time, and time is money, there will ALWAYS be a limit to what you can accomplish. So what’s left? Everyone only has 24 hours in a day, right?

BUSINESS OWNER: Hmmm… how is that different? A business owner uses other peoples time to sell his product for which he makes money. Only 24 hours in a day, however having other people work for you allow the business owner to “leverage” his time. Simply put, 5 employees hypothetically nets you 120 possible working hours in 1 24 hour day. Now I know none of us actually works 24 hours (no matter how it may feel!) but, the principal is the same. Typically a business owner will have a proven money making system. Think McDonalds, Subway or Best Buy. These businesses have a proven system for making money from a product. Though not fool-proof (think Circuit City) it is often the best option for those of us not independently wealthy. 

Alright, so now your motivated to earn some extra money. Where to start. Well if you’ve got some cash put back there is always the franchise route. Franchises have a proven duplicatable formula for making money. See this article for an example. Kind back at the investor problem, not all of us have that kind of money to invest in a franchise. So what if I told you it is possible to get the benefits of a franchise (duplicatable formula for making money) that doesn’t require a HUGE capital outlay? ….And if you act NOW!!!   Just kidding, seriously there is a fun, simple no selling required way to make money that the initial investment is only $39.95. A tried and true business opportunity that has allowed average people (ones like you and me) to make extra money. This business has a 141 year track record. The first company to offer a “Money Back Guarantee. Has products that are made in the USA, many of which are organic, natural and “green.” That company is Watkins. The formula I’m speaking of (no selling required) is 2 steps and comes from a group that is an “associate” of Watkins. They’re called the Summit Group. While there are many places you can go to join Watkins, there is only 1 way to get the Summit Group experience. And that is to sign-up for Watkins from someone in the Summit Group (like ME!) 

David Blalock

Watkins Independent Associate #386886
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