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The Essential Candle Party Resource

These articles are written based on the experience I have gained through direct selling at candle parties. Direct selling is not for everybody - you need not only a great deal of confidence in your product, but also the confidence to lead an evening (usually 2-3 hours) and the ability to speak in front of potentially 30-40 people. The first parties you do can be nerve wracking, but with practice, they can be a terrific addition to your business.

If you feel candle parties could be for you, then read on!!!

Why sell through candle parties

Other than a minimal outlay and getting to make the mess at somebody else's house, there are plenty of reasons why!!! Read on!!

Party games

These are a collection of party games that I have been using for the past few months at my own parties.

How a party evening should run

Some ideas and outlines for the evening to get you started.

How do I get bookings?

Some ideas for places to start to get your first few bookings.

Hostess benefits / free gifts

You need to offer an incentive to the hostess to not only host the party but to get as many sales as possible from her guests.

Types of party and ordering

Order based party or cash & carry? Also some tips about taking orders at parties.





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