In 2010, direct selling companies generated over $125 billion in revenue in 150 countries through more than 75 million men and women who are changing lives serving others. As the current economic crisis continues to be a burden on many around the world, and unemployment is rising it makes sense that direct selling can be an answer to a shrinking job market. Let's take a look at the top 3 direct selling billion dollar markets as of 2009.
1. United States 28.8
2. Japan 22.4
3. Brazil 13.5
So what is direct selling all about? individuals market and sell products and services directly to the consumer, through individual contact or group selling, like parties etc. Many direct sales companies also support specific charities. The age range of direct sellers is 18-65+ of which include 22% are said to be 55 years of age. More than 16 million Americans think that the ideal home based business is a direct selling business.
Some Major benefits of being a business owner in direct sales include:
1) Freedom
2) Be your own boss
3) Build an income
4) Save time & money
5) Network find new friends
6) Usually low start up costs
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