Archive for December 19th, 2008

  • Avon and Tupperware Thrive in Economic Downturn

    cnbc:
    With people looking for some extra cash to soften the blow of the holidays on their bank accounts, direct-selling companies, like Avon Products, Tupperware and Popular Club are seeing a recruitment boom.

    The companies, which allow consumers to purchase products straight from the distributor, are often seen as a good way to both make and save [...]

  • Direct-Selling Gains An Edge In Recession

    TheStreet.com:
    As the economy shrinks and more Americans lose their jobs, some people are turning to direct selling to bring in a little extra cash. And, in this case, what’s good for the consumer is very good for the seller.

    “For most people, direct selling is a part-time endeavor, a supplement to an already existing income,” says [...]