Home business opportunities

Alphabet I If you would like to start your own business but just don't have an idea of what that business could be, why not consider a home business franchise/party plan opportunity? Emma Jones of Enterprise Nation sets out the options:
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Here are eight of the opportunities on the market:

Jamie at Home - a party plan opportunity that involves “going to parties to help non-cooks choose great kit while introducing those who already know their stuff to a range of beautiful things for their home”. Consultants earn commission on everything that’s sold at their home parties and receive full support and training from the central HQ team. www.jamieathome.com

Pampered Chef - a direct seller of kitchen tools where consultants host parties to sell the tools at in home cooking shows and earn a commission on sales. www.pamperedchef.co.uk

Girlie Gardening - turn a passion for the great outdoors into extra income to spend indoors by becoming a party planner for Girlie Gardening. Consultants host parties and distribute catalogues to sell products including gloves and garden gift sets. www.girliegardening.com

Avon - is the biggest direct selling beauty company in the world with more than five million representatives. In the UK Avon has an army of sales reps that’s bigger than our armed forces. That’s because Avon offers an opportunity to work hours that suit and an income that pleases. www.avon.com

VIE at home - sell cosmetics to friends and family. No experience is required but once started and as sales build, many consultants choose to make their VIE at home business a full-time career. www.vieathome.com

Arbonne - products are Swiss-formulated and high quality, and support from the central marketing and business development team is top class. See www.arbonneinternational.co.uk

Tish Tash Toys - this one is for parents interested in earning extra income by selling toys at parties, coffee mornings, playgroups, nurseries, fairs and fêtes. www.tishtashtoys.com

Music bugs - if music is your passion, how about a franchise running fun, friendly and interactive music and singing classes. www.musicbugs.co.uk

There are many more opportunities like these. Before investing in the starter pack or franchise fee, be sure to check all the details and talk to other franchisees/consultants who will offer a picture of what you can expect. Before you know it, you’ll be your own boss!

Emma Jones is Founder of Enterprise Nation the home business website and author of 'Spare Room Start Up – how to start a business from home'. Emma's opinions are her own and for general information only - always seek independent, professional, financial advice.

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