Avon Q&A For Members Ready to Join-updated

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FAQ
Here are some of the more frequently asked questions about Avon.

Q: How much is the kit and what do you get?
A: The kit cost $10 to sign up locally face to face or $20 to sign up online. The difference between the two is the cost of shipping the kit to your home. You will receive everything you need to get started with Avon, including:
o 10 brochures for your current campaign
o 10 brochures for your next campaign
o One box of product Samples
o 1 order book
o Training Materials

In addition new reps can purchase optional starter kits with their first campaign order.



Q: How much do you make with Avon?
A: For your first campaign you will earn 40% commission when you place your order online. For your Second, Third, and Fourth campaigns, you will earn 40% commission provided your orders are greater than $50, and you place your orders online. After your first four campaigns, the commission structure is as follows:
Order Size Earnings
$1550 or more 50%
$900 - $1549 45%
$425 - $899 40%
$285 - $424 35%
$145 - $284 30%
$25 - $144 20%
$00 - $24 0%

Licensed products are earned at 20% commission. These are items Avon does not manufacture and therefore can’t give as big a commission on them. There are further earnings opportunities within the Leadership Program.

Q: Do I need a computer?
A: Yes its highly recommended that you use a computer. Avon is no longer offering paper purchase orders. You also need to place your orders online to get the guaranteed earnings of 40% in your first 4 campaigns. There is the option to place your orders via Fast Talk (on the phone) but your commissions will then be based on order size as seen above.

Q: How Does AVON work? What is a campaign? How do I get paid?
A: You take orders from family, friends and coworkers etc.each campaign. A campaign is the selling period for each brochure and lasts 2 weeks. At the end of the campaign you submit the order to AVON. You are billed the discounted price. The customers pay the full brochure price. You submit payment to Avon before the placing the next order. The difference between the two is your pay!

Q: What do I need to run a successful business?
A: As an Avon independent sales representative you own your own business. You are responsible for purchases the things necessary such as brochures, samples, basic office supplies etc. You get brochures in your kit to start. After that you must purchase them, the more you buy the less they cost.
pack # of brochures cost each total
10 brochures $5.75
20 brochures $7.95
30 brochures $10.20
40 brochures $12.10
50 brochures $13.00
60 brochures $14.25
70 brochures $15.45
80 brochures $16.75
90 brochures $17.90
100 brochures $19.00
11 or more packs: $19.00 (for first 10 packs)
+ $1.30 for each additional pack

You will receive some samples in with your starter kit but for samples you want to purchase it will cost between $1.00 and $2.00 for a pack of 10 samples.

Q: Do I have to keep any inventory on hand?
A: At Avon, you are never required to keep a stock of products on hand. I find its nearly impossible to predict what your customers will order and do not suggest stocking up.

Q: Am I required to place an order every campaign?
A: No, its not required but its advisable to at least order the brochures so you are able to show your customers the current sales and the latest products. To stay active you need to place an order every two or three campaigns even if it is a small order.

Q: Do I have to attend meetings?
A: You do not have to attend but I highly recommend it. Avon offers extensive on-line training that you access 24 hours a day, seven days a week to enhance your business. Your District Sales Manager, or the Avon Representative who referred you to this site, may hold group meetings in your area designed to share product training or program incentives. If so, you will be contacted in advance.

Q: Do I have to have parties?
A: You are not required to have any parties. However, many Representatives find group selling to be a very lucrative way to sell more products, broaden their customer base, and build their network marketing organization. If you do choose to participate in group selling, Avon offers various training and support materials to assist you. That's the beauty of Avon you decide how to run your business.

Q: Is it hard to sell Avon?
A: Avon is one of the best known brands in the world, which makes it easy to sell. It has quality products at affordable prices. There is something for everyone!

Q: How much does the average customer order?
A: The average order size is approximately $25.

Q: Are there quotas to meet?
A. There are not quotas to sell Avon but you do need to place an order every 2 or 3 campaigns to stay active. The size of the order does not matter.

Q. Do I have to pay shipping?
A. There is a $2.50 fee for each order placed but you do not have to pay shipping.

Q: Am I required to recruit people?
A: There are no recruiting requirements. Many people join and only sell Avon. If someone contacts you about joining you just refer them to Avon or your DM and you can receive a $20 referral bonus.

Q: Do I need to file Income Tax?
A: Avon is not required to send in your name or SS# unless you make more than $5000 a year. You will need to contact an accountant for info on filing for taxes.

Q: Do I have to sign a contract with Avon?
A: There is a contract to sign, but it is only to state that you agree to the terms and conditions of being a representative. There is no time limit on the contract, and there is no fee or penalty to ending your relationship with AVON.

Q: What happens after I sign up?
A: In a few easy steps, you can become an Avon Representative and start your own business. Shortly after you sign up, you should be able to go online, explore the product line, and start your training. You may also build your personal website to sell products to customers and manage your business. Within the next few days, the person who talked to you about the Avon opportunity will follow up and offer you additional personal training opportunities to ensure that you get your business off to a successful start.

Q: What do I need to do if I decide Avon is not for me?
A: You just need to pay off your account and/or return any items you have for credit an notify Customer Service or your District Manager and let them know.