All About Avon: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much can I earn?
One of the most commonly asked questions about Avon is regarding earning potential. There are multiple ways to earn with Avon. Firstly, you can earn commission from your personal sales. Secondly, if you choose to build a team, you can earn coaching commissions, where earnings can greatly increase! Finally, by developing your own leaders, you can earn team bonuses, where earnings can literally sky rocket! Full time. Part time. You choose the hours to suit and the path to follow. Help & support will be with you every step of the way!
Starting from January 1, 2022, the commission structure for personal sales will change. Instead of monthly calculations, it will be based on your personal sales over the previous quarter. This change provides greater flexibility for representatives. Additionally, the thresholds required to achieve higher commission levels have been reduced. The commission rates range from a basic 15% to a top level of 32% for sales over £3,500 in the quarter.
2. What does it cost to start?
Joining Avon requires no upfront fee. There are two different kits available based on your preferences. The "Welcome Kit" costs £10 and includes 10 brochures, a top-selling lipstick, your online store, and other digital tools. Upon ordering, you will be invoiced, and you have 13 days to start making money and pay back the invoice using your earnings. If you decide to cancel and return the kit within the 13-day period, no charge will be made.
The "Advanced Welcome Kit" is priced at £30 but is valued over £96. It contains 20 brochures and a selection of top-selling products.
3. Where can I distribute brochures?
You have the flexibility to distribute brochures to friends and family or choose any other location. Avon has removed territory boundaries, providing a significant opportunity to build a large customer base.
4. How often do the brochures change, and what is the cost?
Avon releases monthly campaigns, meaning each brochure lasts for a month. You can purchase brochures in packs of five, but buying in bulk is more cost-effective, considering they can be reused. For instance, if you buy 100 brochures, they would cost less than 13 pence each.
5. What help and support is available?
While the webshop, brochures, and commission structure are consistent for all representatives, the level of support may vary based on who you join with. Avon provides an excellent system of support, including quick start guides, training videos, team zooms, and support groups. You will never be alone in your Avon journey.
6. Can I sell online?
Absolutely! Every Avon representative receives their own dedicated. personal webshop, complete with product links and videos for sharing on social media platforms. The webshop includes customer reviews and tutorials to boost your online orders. Customers can place orders, and Avon will deliver the products directly to them anywhere in the UK. You earn the same commission as if you had collected a brochure and made the delivery yourself.
Avon also offers a digital version of the brochure that can be sent to customers via text, messaging apps, or email. Customers can browse, add items to their basket, and choose whether to order through you or proceed to checkout for Avon's direct delivery. Currently, there is free direct delivery for orders over £20, and Avon frequently offers exclusive product and delivery offers.
You can promote your online store in various ways, such as through your Facebook page or a dedicated group to share the latest offers and demo products or any social media platform of your choosing!
7. What if I decide Avon is not for me?
No worries! Avon understands that circumstances change, and if you ever want to stop, you can simply email the company to discontinue your involvement.
8. I like the idea of building a team, but I have never done this before
No worries! If you're interested in building a team but have never done it before, Avon provides ample support and resources to help you succeed. You will receive training on how to generate inquiries, share information about the business, and support your new team members. Building a team can be a fun and rewarding experience, and as you progress in the business and help others succeed, you can earn some amazing cash bonuses.
9. Do I have to pay for products upfront, and what about returns?
No, you don't have to pay for products upfront. Avon provides you with a trading account, giving you 13 days before you need to pay them back. If you wish to return any products, you can raise a credit, and Avon's driver will collect the items for free when delivering your next order.
10. Is there a charge for delivery?
Avon offers between 1 and 8 free deliveries every month for orders over £35. The number of free deliveries is based on your personal sales over the previous quarter. Any additional orders over £35 within the month are charged at £1.50 for delivery.
Avon are constantly introducing improvements to the online side of the business. Recent changes include the introduction of a digital brochure linked to you, allowing customers to buy products and choose between rep delivery or direct delivery from Avon. Remember, you earn the same commission regardless of how customers choose to order.
Avon has also removed the minimum threshold, allowing representatives to earn a 15% commission on all orders, with an option to earn up to 32%. The majority of reps earn over 25% on their orders. The benefit of 1-8 free deliveries in a campaign encourages more regular ordering, and Avon provides various delivery options like express delivery, collection from a shop or post office, and Saturday deliveries.
Additionally, Avon offers new starter kits with a choice of samples, products, and brochures. If you're interested in selling online, Avon has launched "Avon Social," a platform that provides a wide range of social media content ready for you to schedule on your various platforms with a click of a button. It's a free tool that even allows you to edit the posts.
Avon has many exciting plans in the pipeline, accompanied by fabulous training and incentives. With Avon, you can enjoy the benefits of being an independent representative while receiving the necessary support to thrive in your business.