Looking to boost your income? Want to start a career as a direct sales consultant but not sure where to begin?
Elora, a leading name in home fashion sales, explains how you can get started as a Fashion Consultant.
How can you become a direct sales consultant without spending too much? What are the steps and tools you need to find a job as a direct sales consultant? How do you prepare? What does it take to be a great home sales advisor?
How do you build your network? Why is ongoing training so important? Discover everything you need to know.
1/ DEFINE YOUR HOME SALES ACTIVITY
Curious about how to get started with selling fashion at home? One of the first steps is to set up your own micro-business so you can work with peace of mind and in full compliance as a self-employed entrepreneur. In France, this status means you remain part of the general Social Security system.
Wondering what the requirements are for direct sales consultants? And how to declare your home sales income? Unlike employees, self-employed entrepreneurs declare their income to URSSAF, which handles your social contributions and taxes. This declaration is done online, simply and quickly... and everything else follows automatically!
Before you dive in and start your home sales activity as a direct sales consultant, take a moment to make the right choices for you.
Choose your type of direct sales contract
As a direct sales consultant, you can choose between two types of contracts:
Mandated Direct Sales Consultant
As a mandated consultant, you become a brand ambassador. You take orders during private sessions and make sales directly to your clients.
The company handles logistics: you don’t need to keep any stock, making it easy to get started with no upfront investment.
With Elora, you receive a free starter kit and a collection on loan to help you begin, with no minimum order required.
Buyer-Reseller Direct Sales Consultant
The buyer-reseller consultant purchases products directly from the company to build her own stock, which she then sells to her clients.
This model requires a larger initial investment and means you’ll need to anticipate demand and know your market well.
It also calls for strong organizational skills and a flair for sales to make your business profitable.
Decide how much time you want to dedicate to your business
Depending on your lifestyle and needs, decide how much time you want to dedicate to your direct sales activity. To truly thrive, it’s best if your work fits your life goals.
Some consultants work full-time, while others simply want a supplementary income. It’s a great option for anyone looking to earn extra money alongside another job, without disrupting their routine. Figure out your weekly availability and organize your home sales around your schedule.
Your calendar will be flexible, based on your availability and that of your clients. For your sessions, you might want to focus on weekends and weekday evenings.
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What is a direct sales contract?Set your sales goals
Independent sales is a commission-based business, meaning your income is a percentage of your sales. Your earnings will directly reflect your turnover.
To stay organized, we recommend setting clear goals, ranked by priority. These goals (which should be quantified) might include:
- A certain number of private sales sessions per week
- New clients to reach out to each month
- Time dedicated to Elora’s free training sessions
Having a roadmap is essential for many reasons, especially when you’re starting out. By doing this, you’ll also be:
- Challenged every day
- More organized
- Able to track your progress
Take time to get to know the brand
With Elora, there’s zero investment! Free training, a complimentary kit, and personalized support.
STAY ON TOP OF SALES TECHNIQUES
- Develop your skills
- Boost your sales
- Build client loyalty
