With every purchase you get a FREE soul!

Being an independent consultant for a company isn't a bad thing, I was one years ago for both Avon and Partylite. If you have sold your soul in exchange for pushing your product, we should probably talk.

Currently on my Facebook page I think I have at the minimum of 8 people who are independent consultants for various companies, and that's on the light side as I know I'm leaving some people out. I'm pretty concerned that they've all sold their souls to multiple customers. I'm kidding, but I am finding it becomes incredibly difficult to maintain friendships with independent consultants because you may want to catch up with them but somehow, they always end up selling you something or trying to get you to sell with them.

There is a very fine balance between selling your product and keeping your name out there to make money, and putting it aside to just be present with your friends. You need to know your audience, more importantly, you need to know your friends. I adore small businesses, some amazing products come from small businesses, and that's where everyone starts, so by no means am I saying don't do it or don't make a living, just calm the nut tree down a little.

Today in fact I made the jump into another friends business whom went above and beyond for me. It meant more to me than I would even be able to put into words right now because life is so busy that I hardly find time for the basics like food or bathroom breaks - seriously.  However, when a friend has a genuine passion for what they sell or when they really are committed to being a true friend and working with you, then your investment into their product is also an investment into their future because you want to see them succeed and do well.

I wish you well, I want to see you do well; just remember to cherish your friendships before your pursuit for money and success.