Have you thought about having:
- More time with your family?
- More money? Less taxes?
- A more flexible schedule?
A home based business may be for you! It's not always easy to find the best business either so we're bringing together 25 different businesses to share their opportunity and allow you to think about what will work best for you.
Admission by donation to the
Single Parent Resource Centre
Direct selling is a dynamic segment of the Canadian economy and one of the fastest growing industries in the world.
- 1.3 million Canadians in direct selling
- Direct sales boasts 25% growth in the last two years – from $1.57 to $1.96 billion
The industry sustained a 10% to 20% increase over the last decade. Direct sales is a rapidly expanding industry distributing products and services directly to consumers. Traditional retail sales pass through many hands increasing the end price to the customer. Direct sales professionals sell their products primarily through in-home product demonstrations, parties and one-on-one selling, driven mainly by word-of-mouth and building relationships. The cost to start an independent direct selling business is typically very low, compared with franchise or other business investments that may require significant financial contribution. This means that there is very little risk associated with starting in a direct selling company. Consultants benefit from personal development and leadership training with most companies. Many people build their direct sales business right alongside their current profession.
Consumers benefit from direct sellers because of the convenience and service provided, easy online ordering, home delivery and product guarantees. Products include food and nutritional products, cosmetics and skin care products, clothing, candles, jewelry, toys and educational items, telephone and Internet services and more.
