Are there any Mary Kay consultants out there.?

Question

Hi i am looking for people to answer truthfully about Mary Kay consultants can anyone tell me the success they had in this business and how far they made it Thanks Lisa

Answer 1

I started selling Mary Kay this summer, about 2 weeks after moving to a new state. I have used Mary Kay exclusively for 2 years, and before that, used it off and on since Jr. High. I signed up for the discount since I moved away from my consultant. But, people found out I sold it when I met them and ordered from me! I really didn't have to do any selling at first, just word of mouth and referrals did it. I sold about $1,000 retail that first month.

I then went ahead and bought some inventory since business was picking up (I decided to do it as a part-time business). Once I had inventory I actually started putting effort into booking classes and faces.

Each month I have done better than the last. I LOVE the profit margin (50%) and have a director that is wonderful. I have heard bad and good stories about selling Mary Kay, but I think so much of it depends on the people you work with. If you have a bad director, you will hate it and probably quit. I know some directors will badger you to buy inventory, but this is NOT required! I know many consultants that sell from a catelog only. Yes, inventory makes it easier, but that doesn't work for everyone. Also, remember that many directors offer incentives for ordering x amount each month or quarter and other contests, but these are all optional.

Also, it is important that you try the products and like them. You don't have to use every single one, but you do have to stand behind what you sell.

I did research on Arbonne and Avon before signing up so I feel like I made a very informed decision. I haven't regretted it for a minute and really enjoy doing it. Also, you need to know about the 90% buy-back guarantee... If it doesn't work out you can sell EVERYTHING back (see legal) for 90% in your first year.

I have tons of info I can email you, so please let me know if you want more information!

Answer 2

Maybe. Go into this (like any major financial decision) with both eyes open and your emotions put away! Mary Kay is notorious for having their Directors pressure new consultants into placing a very large initial product order. You will be told that if you buy product NOW (it is always NOW, not later) you can return it later and get 90% back. That is true, however, once you have it, you will get pressure to NOT send it back because then you can't ever be a consultant again. If you think you will like direct sales, sure, purchase the starter kit for around $100. But DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT buy any inventory until you have done a few classes and decide if you like it. They will tell you, you can't sell the product if you don't have it on your shelf (or in your car). That just is not true because I have a friend who does just that! Best of luck to you!

Answer 3

I was a Mary Kay consultant for about 3 years in college--I worked hard, did what my director told me to do, went to seminar and career conference, recruited a few people under me and ended up $5000 in debt, never making any real money. My story is *very* common. Be *very* careful if you decide to do Mary Kay. Make a commitment that you will *never* order other than to replace produce you have sold. If your director or recruiter is high pressure, RUN! Also, think long and hard about who will be your customers. Do your friends and family truly have the money (and the interest) to buy your products? Do you really want to be stalking people at Target trying to drum up business?

Answer 4

It's a MLM ... most MK consultants don't make more than a few dollars on sales.

The big bucks are in recruiting, and encouraging the consultants to buy a LOT. The upline gets up to 26% kickback on the wholesale price of your purchases!

See pinktruth.com and look for the post about 26,000 consultants. It analyses their ordering patterns, and see little, if any evidence that more than a tiny bunch are making money on sales.

Answer 5

I have been in Mary Kay for a little over a year. I love the products and I am a nice person. I sell office equipment for a living. MK is not like selling to a business. These are your friends and family. People like the product, but unless they have money to spend, most can't afford the habit. I have a loyal few that buy loyal few products, but in order to succeed you have to be willing to go "outside" that comfort zone... Go to peoples' houses you DON'T know, and DRESS in hose even if it rains, hails, snows or is hot! Unless you are willing to talk to everyone you know, and have the flexibility to work evenings and weekends, don't get over a $600 inventory...

Answer 6

I have been a MK Consultant for oer a year and am in the process of going full time instead of working 9 to 5. I love it! That said, I will tell you that you do have to work at it, you DON'T have to go into debt by ordering a bunch of product that will sit on your shelves, and you don't have to stalk people at Target/WalMart/Where ever! Ask lots of questions of whoever is wanting to recruit you, be honest about how much you want to work. If you have any questions you want to ask me, just send me an email and I'll give you any information I can!

Answer 7

I would run as fast as you can the other way. It will suck the life out of you and leave you in debt. I have only been in MK for almost a year and have not order from them since June 2007 and I still have 4K of product sitting on my self that I can not give away. The first two months, I sold almost $1200, but after that it just dwindled down. I have step down to "Personal Consultant" and I have gotten my friends and family back. No one wants to be stalked in malls and grocery stores. Check out these websites for some additional research: Pinktruth.com, pinklighthouse.com, and thepinkingshears.com. Good Luck and please do your research.

Answer 8

Oh good lord! RUn away from the Mary Kay business as fast as you possibly can! It will suck the life and money right out of your life. Stay out of the pink fog and keep your friends and family!

Answer 9

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Answer 10

I didn't have success in MK. I highly recommend that you NOT take that risk. It would be a very expensive one! Most people do not have success in MK and leave before a year is up, but are still saddled with unsold inventory, and many times, debt. Please heed this warning!