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Be a Party Plan Superstar: Build a $100,000-a-Year Direct Selling Business from Home

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The "party plan" model of direct selling--introducing products through home parties, social gatherings, and fund-raisers--has been the route to financial freedom for millions. This inspiring, hands-on manual, written by an author who has achieved unprecedented success herself, shows other women how they can generate more bookings, more sales, and more business leads at their parties, as well as build a team of independent party planners, and drive up their own commissions. Exemplified by powerhouse brands like Tupperware, Pampered Chef, and Mary Kay, the party-planning method is an unparalleled opportunity for anyone to live the life they dream about and deserve. In "Be a Party Plan Superstar," readers will discover, step-by-step, how they can transition from selling to friends and family to building a profitable business, develop a who's-who customer base, create an environment of fun, be an engaging host, and close sales effortlessly. This is the one book that shows women how to become direct-selling superstars...simply by being the life of the party.

224 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2010

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Mary Christensen

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407 reviews11 followers
June 28, 2017
I enjoyed this book very much. I immediately put some tips to work. And I had a WONDERFUL online party with several sales. More importantly, she gave me the encouragement I needed to do it.

The only downside of this book is that it's really meant for in home parties. I am just not at that stage of my life where I can do in home parties. All my parties (the one I had) are going to be online on facebook. I hope she updates it with facebook parties.

There are MANY good tips, party games, get acquainted ideas, ways to sell, close a sale, get a downline. Just SO MANY great ideas.
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March 31, 2019
What a great book for direct sellers who depend on parties for there business to be a success. This is a must read if your in the direct selling business.
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30 reviews2 followers
June 25, 2014
One of the best books on sales and marketing that I have ever read. Mary Christensen is a genius. This book is well-worth a read no matter the direct-selling company with which you partner.

This book is excellent to keep on the shelf (bookshelf or eBook shelf) as a reference guide. There are many tips and tricks to get started and to remain successful. The author shares an incredible wealth of knowledge in all of the books of her "Party Plan" series.

Highly recommended.
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25 reviews4 followers
October 4, 2013
This is a very good book for the beginner multi-marketer. The tools are presented in an easy to understand and use style. This book introduces the concepts that are more thouroughly explored in "Make Your First Million in Network Marketing". I give this book to all of my new recruits when they sign the contract so they can get started immediately on building the skills to be successful.
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655 reviews73 followers
January 15, 2012
SUPER helpful to anyone starting up an at home business! I wouldn't buy it, but I WOULD get it at the library and read up :)
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1 review44 followers
September 12, 2012


This is a great book. If you are just starting your business this is one of the books you will need.
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44 reviews2 followers
February 18, 2013
This gave many helpful suggestions that should help me improve sells in my two businesses.
25 reviews4 followers
September 28, 2013
Loved this book, it was easy to read and very informational!
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408 reviews2 followers
November 16, 2013
Some good ideas. Nothing really new, but always good reminders if ways to be successful in a part plan business.
Profile Image for Caroline.
62 reviews1 follower
August 31, 2014
This is a MUST-READ for all home-based sales people! So helpful and so encouraging!
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331 reviews3 followers
February 5, 2015
Well written without a lot of fluff. Great ideas and lots of low-key, not ridiculous games. I look forward to reading more from Christensen.
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222 reviews13 followers
June 20, 2016
Perfect for helping to train those just entering the party plan field or those wishing to refresh their approach to selling in a party plan field.
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164 reviews18 followers
September 23, 2016
for businesses that use catalogues and promote "parties" meh! but some good ideas
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