When I hear "direct sales company," Avon is the first thing that comes to mind. Avon has been around for a long time, giving women opportunities to earn income by selling beauty products. As a well-established company, selling Avon is a good option for many, especially those with a knack for make-up.

Avon representatives earn commission by selling beauty products. New reps can take advantage of personal coaches or take online courses to get started off right. Avon supplies samples, brochures and online tools to their representatives, so getting started doesn't have to be tough.

As a direct sales company, representatives can choose their own hours, making it a good fit for busy moms who want to earn some money from home. There's more than one way to sell, too--one-on-one hosting a party, or using an online platform.

Going through an established company like Avon allows you to work for yourself, but to still have a team of people to back you up when you need it.

WAHM reader AvonLady916 is inviting those interested to ask questions and get answers from a real representative. The chat takes place Thursday, Sept. 18 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. PST. The details of the chat are in this forum. If you miss it, you can contact her with the information listed on her website.