How to Become a Tupperware Sales Consultant

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You may be interested in selling Tupperware products because they're popular, durable, and have brand recognition. Since Tupperware isn’t sold in stores, the company relies on sales consultants to represent their products. As a Tupperware sales consultant, you’ll earn a percentage of the sales you make. To become a consultant, you’ll need to work with a current consultant to join. Then, host parties, promote the products, and meet your sales minimums.

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Contacting a Consultant to Join

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  1. You’ll need to work under a current Tupperware consultant, who will act as your manager. If you don’t know any consultants, find 1 using the search feature on the Tupperware website. This will connect you with consultants in your area.
    • Most Tupperware consultants have their own personal website or blog. Browse the websites of local consultants until you find someone whose values and goals seem to match up with yours.

    Variation: If you're not comfortable with online networking, attend a Tupperware event in your area and talk to the consultant. Ask your friends and family if they know of any parties that are happening or look for a flyer at your religious institution, the community center, a coffee shop, or a school.

  2. You might already know someone who sells Tupperware. If you do, they can help you join under them. Talk to them about becoming a Tupperware consultant and ask them to help you join.
    • Current consultants will be happy to help you join. As your manager, they’ll earn a percentage of your sales. This gives them an incentive to help you get your consultant career started.
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  3. Call or email the consultant you want to work with. Schedule a meeting with them to get set up as a Tupperware consultant. Expect them to tell you more about being a consultant. Bring a list of questions that you have so you can ask them during the meeting. [1]
    • If you’re having trouble meeting in person, you might decide to communicate via phone or email. However, it’s best to work with someone who will take the time to meet with you. This shows you that they’ll be more likely to offer you support if you need it.
  4. Talk to the consultant who will be your manager about the kits that are available. Alternatively, visit the Tupperware website to look at the starter kits. Read the details carefully to see what the kit includes. Then, pick the kit that best fits your needs. [2]
    • Each starter kit will contain an informative consultant manual, a pack of order forms, party hostess forms, catalogs, and a variety of Tupperware products.
    • As of October 2019, a basic starter kit costs $70, but you can purchase a larger kit for $125. [3]

    Tip: If you can’t afford your starter pack, Tupperware will typically allow you to pay a down payment. For instance, you’d pay $55 of the $125 cost. Then, you’ll have 60 days to pay off your balance.

  5. Pick a location for your party, such as your home or a friend’s home. Then, invite all of your friends and relatives to the party. Supply refreshments so that guests will have a good time, which will encourage them to buy. At your party, show your guests the products you’re selling and explain why they’re a good purchase. [4]
    • Ask guests to RSVP a few days before the event so you know how many people to expect.
    • Your party might get more guests if you have a theme. For instance, do a holiday theme, like Valentine’s Day or Thanksgiving.
    • Don’t just focus on sales. Play games with your guests so they’re having a great time. This will make them feel more comfortable buying from you. Additionally, it may encourage them to come to your future parties.
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Building Your Tupperware Career

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  1. Tupperware expects its consultants to host 2 parties a month. Host parties in your home once or twice a month. Additionally, ask a friend or relative to host a party in their home. Encourage the people you invite to bring people with them so you have more potential customers. [5]
    • To get people to host parties, offer them a hostess gift or promotional rate. For instance, you might allow them to purchase products at your discount if they host a party in their home.
    • If you’re a member of a club or religious organization, ask if you can host a party there.
    • It’s unlikely that the people you know will attend all of your parties.

    Variation: Host an online party through a social media site like Facebook. Create a group for your Tupperware clients so that you can host live parties online. Just make sure you invite people to the group rather than adding them without their permission. Otherwise, they might get mad at you.

  2. Set up a blog or website if you want to sell Tupperware online. Selling Tupperware online might help you expand your customer base and increase your sales. Use a free hosting site to create a blog or website that promotes your products. Include information about yourself, photos of products, and brief explanations of how the products work. [6]
    • If you host a blog, write articles about how your customers might use your Tupperware products. You may also attract visitors using articles about recipes or holiday party ideas.
    • For instance, you can use Wordpress, Weebly, or Wix to create a free website.
  3. Your success depends on how well your market yourself and the Tupperware products you’re selling. Advertise that you’re selling Tupperware products so that people know you’re a consultant. Here are some ways to promote yourself: [7]
    • Post to social media.
    • Hang up flyers at coffee shops, your local library, your community center, local schools, and your religious institution, if you have one.
    • Hand out business cards with your contact information.
    • Maintain a blog or website.

    Tip: When you get a new product, post about it on your social media accounts. Post a photo or video to show off the item.

  4. Tupperware requires consultants to sell at least $250 in products for every 4-month period. If you miss your sales goals, your account will be deactivated. Keep track of your sales to make sure that you’re meeting your goals. [8]
    • If you don’t sell at least $250 in Tupperware in a 4-month period, your consultant account will be deactivated. This means you’ll no longer be able to sell products, so you’ll have lost your initial investments.
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Making Money as a Consultant

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  1. You can calculate your commissions by multiplying the commissions rate by the base for a specific time period. For instance, you can expect to make 25% of your sales on regular-priced items for your first $1,500 in sales each month. Multiply your total sales by .25 to find out how much you’ve made. Keep track of your earnings so you don’t accidentally spend more on your business than you made. [9]
    • For instance, let’s say you sell $500 in products in your first month. You’d multiply $500 x .25 = $125. This means you made $125.

    Variation: If you sell more than $1,500 in Tupperware in 1 month, you’ll make a 5% bonus on your sales. If you sell $10,000 in Tupperware in 1 month, you’ll make a 10% bonus.

  2. Most high earners have people working under them. When you recruit a consultant, you receive up to 6-8% of their sales as a bonus. Invite people you know who are interested in Tupperware or earning extra money to work underneath you as a consultant. [10]
    • Once you recruit consultants to work under you, you’ll be their manager. This allows you to progress your career and earn more money.
    • Generally, Tupperware encourages its consultants to recruit 1-2 new consultants each week to grow their network.
  3. Look for online tutorials that will help you learn how to grow your business. Additionally, ask your managing consultant for tips on how to grow your business. If you want to invest more in your business, take marketing or business classes to improve your skills. [11]
    • Free tutorials are available online, such as through Youtube.
    • You might take a course at a community college or through an online college.
    • Look for free courses on business or marketing through sites like https://www.edx.org/ .
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    You can order Tupperware whenever you like. In order to be approved to actually sell Tupperware, all you have to do is contact the nearest consultant to you (you can find them by searching on Tupperware's official website), and they will help get your kit ordered and your business started.
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      • Hold off on purchasing your Tupperware sales consultant starter kit until you are ready to begin selling products. Most starter kits will contain seasonal products, which you may have difficulty selling later on if you postpone your decision to sell. For example, don't purchase your starter kit during the Christmas season if you plan to start selling product the following spring.
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      • Recruit other sales consultants to sell Tupperware to increase your earning potential. In most cases, you can increase your total commission when you become a Tupperware manager that oversees the sales of other Tupperware sales consultants you have recruited.
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      • You’ll need to sell a lot of products to make an income. It’s possible to lose money if you aren’t meeting your sales goals.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.tupperware.com/join-us
      2. ↑ https://ivetriedthat.com/should-you-start-selling-tupperware-products-from-home/
      3. ↑ https://www.tupperware.com/join-us
      4. ↑ https://www.tupperware.com/join-us
      5. ↑ https://ivetriedthat.com/should-you-start-selling-tupperware-products-from-home/
      6. ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/248302
      7. ↑ https://www.inc.com/lolly-daskal/7-of-the-most-effective-ways-to-market-yourself-su.html
      8. ↑ https://ivetriedthat.com/should-you-start-selling-tupperware-products-from-home/
      9. ↑ https://ivetriedthat.com/should-you-start-selling-tupperware-products-from-home/
      1. ↑ https://ivetriedthat.com/should-you-start-selling-tupperware-products-from-home/
      2. ↑ https://hbr.org/2017/05/how-to-improve-your-sales-skills-even-if-youre-not-a-salesperson

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      To become a Tupperware sales consultant, you’ll need to find another consultant who can get you set up. Search for Tupperware sales consultants online or go to a local Tupperware party. Look for flyers advertising Tupperware parties in churches, community centers, and local coffee shops. When you find a Tupperware consultant, let them know you’re interested in the role so they can help you get set up. When you start the job, you’ll have to buy a sales consultant kit, which includes a manual on how to sell, order forms, catalogs, and a variety of Tupperware products. Once you’ve got the kit, you’re ready to start selling Tupperware online, at organized parties, or fundraisers. For more tips, including how to grow your Tupperware business once you’re set up, read on!

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