You know more people than you think!

by: Dioni Marie Morales, National Sales Manager

Because of a new venture my husband is embarking upon in his business, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the relationships that we create throughout our lives with nearly everyone we meet: people we went to school with, colleagues, people we go to church with, parents of our kids' friends, etc.  Almost everyone we meet leaves an impression with us.  I've been thinking about the impression that we have also left with them.  I've thought a lot about the fact that "we reap what we sow," that people will treat us with the respect - or lack of it - with which we treat them, that they will listen to us in the same way we have listened to them.  It makes me wonder about what type of person I have been to those I meet.  Have I been kind, trustworthy, etc.?  Would they be willing to listen if I ask them to hear me out, because I have done the same for them (or at least they know I would)?  Would they be open to my sharing of a great new business that can simply change their lives forever?

 

There is research that shows that every person meets 2,000 people by the time they are 20 years old! That is 2,000 people who each know at least 2,000 people! So, if you haven’t done so yet, start your Contact List, which is so important in starting your business.  If you already have your list, look at it again and add a few more names to it.  We meet new people all the time, so keep it close and keep adding names. You don’t have to get the 2,000 people you know to join you in your Vessel business, and you don’t have to get their 2,000 friends to do the same. It only takes 10 to 20 of your friends, and then 10 to 20 of their friends, and so on, for you to achieve all your dreams ... and help your friends to do the same.

 

Let’s go out and present this opportunity to all those nice people you have been blessed to meet.  They might very well be waiting to hear about this life-changing opportunity!

Vessel Stylist Kits

Vessel offers two ways to become a Stylist. Purchase a Business Basic Kit, which includes all the essential products and business materials you need to get parties booked and your business moving. Or invest a bit more with the Business Builder Kit and receive additional jewelry and business tools to kickstart your business from the beginning. 

Business Basic Kit

$179 ($500 Value)

Product

5 Lockets

5 Chains

1 Cord/Ribbon Necklace

4 Charms

27 ScentSpheres (Unscented)

12 ScentSpheres (Scented)

Business Materials
15 Customer Order Forms
15 Customer Price Lists
15 Product Catalogs
15 Satin Jewelry Bags
15 Gift Bags
5 Hostess Order Forms
1 Hostess Rewards Chart

5 Stylists Agreements

1 Stylist Order Form

1 Stylist Price List

Business Builder Kit

$379 ($1000 Value)

Product

10 Lockets

9 Chains

2 Sets of Locket Earrings

1 Cord/Ribbon Necklace

1 Cord Necklace

1 Ribbon Necklace

3 Flowers

16 Charms

12 Birthstones

27 ScentSpheres (Unscented)

12 ScentSpheres (Scented)

Business Materials
30 Customer Order Forms
30 Customer Price Lists
30 Product Catalogs
30 Satin Jewelry Bags
30 Gift Bags
10 Hostess Order Forms
1 Hostess Rewards Chart
10 Stylists Agreements
2 Stylist Order Forms
2 Stylist Price Lists

Display pieces included in Optional Packs, but not included in Stylists Kits.

Vessel Business Cards

You can quickly and easily get Vessel business cards, for a great price of $23 for 250 cards.  All you have to do is send a request to: info@vesselscentsofstyle.com, along with any specific information that you want to have on the card.  Normally, we will put your Stylist ID number, your phone number and your email address.  If you want to use a different phone number and/or email address, or include other information such as a quote, your street address, etc., just include that in your email request. 

When we receive your email request, we will send you a PayPal invoice for $23 per set, which does include shipping.  Once that invoice is paid and the proof we send to you is approved, we will get your cards ordered.  The cards will come directly to you from Vistaprint.  Delivery time from the time of order is 7 to 14 days.  Shorter delivery times are available for an additional charge, so if you're interested in that, just let us know and we'll get the additional charge amount for you. 

The benefit of going through us to get your cards is that we get a discount on the normal price you could get individually from Vistaprint (though they do run individual specials from time to time that we can't match), and it will help us maintain continuity and quality standards. 

Here is how the official Vessel business cards look:

In the event that you want to do your own business cards, please be aware that you MUST use the Vessel Independent Stylist logo on your cards.  You can download this logo from the Vessel website, under the "Sales Aids" tab. 

Back to School, Back to your Vessel Business!

by: Dioni Marie Morales, National Sales Manager

 

It's the middle of August already!  It’s almost the end of summer, and kids are going back to school.  For many of us, this is a time when we are taking back our time, especially for our business.  My three and a half year-old twins are heading to pre-school in three weeks, and I am already planning all the productive things I can do with that extra four hours a day, four times a week.  I am beyond ecstatic. (Of course, I am excited about what they will learn as well, it's not all about me.)  So in a way, it feels like the beginning of a new year as I set new goals.

In the words of one of my favorites, Dani Johnson, Direct Selling Business guru and motivational speaker: 

"There will be distractions – everything from the people around you to your work to your own feelings – but you must keep going! You must persist!

“So keep your eyes on the prize! Keep your vision right in front of you to remind you of where you’re headed. 

“Take continuous action towards your goals. What action can you take today that will get you closer to where you want to be tomorrow? GO DO IT!"

We understand that because of summer and all that it entails - kids at home, vacations, etc. - you were probably not as successful at booking parties or getting people to commit to starting their new business.  We want to help you get back on track with your goal of growing your own business and achieving all your dreams.  To help you do that, we are inviting you to our first Conference Call. We will send you more details shortly, but for now, please save the date on your calendars: Wednesday, September 4th, at 7:00 pm MST.  We will be announcing a new promotion!

Please remember that you can always contact me about having a one-on-one training session on the compensation plan, getting ideas on how to talk to people and present the business, etc. I am here to help you.  

Have a great and wonderful rest of the week.

Vessel Launch

On June 22 we celebrated our official Vessel launch. Our event was held at the beautiful La Caille restaurant in Salt Lake City, Utah. Together with our first ever Vessel Advisory Council, family and friends we enjoyed a richly rewarding training meeting and celebratory dinner. A huge thanks to all of our supporters for helping us achieve this monumental event!

We're excited to be working with our Vessel Advisory Council.

How fun to watch them all sign the official Vessel Stylist Agreement together!

Congratulations to Sarah Dees - First Vessel Stylist!

Congratulations to Chelsea Sargent - Highest Party Sales!

Congratulations to Jeanette Morales - Most Recruits & Silver Stylist!

Congratulations to Lidi Morales - Senior Stylist!

As a special offer to all who want to join our Vessel family, we've extended the opportunity to purchase the Pre-Launch Stylist Kit until August 31, 2013. This Kit is an exceptional value at $199 ($1000 value). After that date new Stylists will have two Kits to choose from: the Business Basic Kit for $179 ($500 value) and the Business Builder Kit for $379 ($1000 value).  

We look forward to seeing you all at our next event!

Take Charge of your time!

by: Dioni Marie Morales, National Sales Manager

 

I was talking to a friend recently about time management. I was telling her that when I know I have a busy day ahead, I take the time to make myself a "to do" list.  I am diligent about checking off every task completed.  Many times I am surprised to find that what I thought was going to take all day to complete only takes half of my time. On the other hand, when I don't have a very busy day and I don't feel a need to write down the three things I had to do, 6 pm sneaks up on me and I haven't done one single thing. Does that happen to you as well? Why is it that on the days that we think we have more time available we just don't spend it wisely?

I just read a quote from best-selling author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, Jim Rohn that says: "Either you run the day, or the day runs you."

That's it - it's really not that complicated. If we don't plan our days and prioritize our tasks, we accomplish very little.  Time just flies by. I know that we all have many things in our lives and on our minds.  We might have other jobs, a spouse and children to take care of, a house to clean, meals to cook, laundry, etc. I know I do, so when I make my list of things to do, I include the usual things such as: clean the refrigerator, vacuum, workout, etc. However, on the same list I include everyone I need to call to talk about the Vessel business, everyone I need to email, etc.  I even have a daily task on my to-do list to read one article about Direct Selling a day so I can be better educated in my business. 

I can almost guarantee that if you create a daily "to do" list (I use my smart phone and do this the night before), you will find that you actually have more time on your hands because you are more organized. I invite you to try it for a week.  Include all of your daily duties, but also start adding your Vessel business-related tasks, such as contacting at least one person a day to present the Vessel opportunity, study the Vessel compensation plan, plan a Home Party, have a Home Party, etc.  After a week of doing so, you will not only notice you do have the time you need to run your Vessel business but you will notice how much closer you are to achieving your dream of being your own boss and having financial independence. 

Remember, your business will only grow if you take the time to grow it. There's another great quote I like: "Don't wait. The time will never be just right" (Napoleon Hill). Start today, even if it’s only an hour a day if that's all you can commit to.  But start moving toward your goals.  Even if it’s not as fast as you would like, at least you are moving in the right direction.  You will be closer and closer every day to reaching those goals.

Vessel’s Compensation Plan’s Unique Points

by Dioni Marie Morales, National Sales Manager

At Vessel we have made a big investment in the design and creation of our very complete and comprehensive Compensation Plan. We have made it a priority that our Stylists are rewarded for their hard and smart work building a successful downline. We want to make sure that the “top” is not only achievable, but worth getting to. There are other companies with compensation plans that make it very easy to get to the top, but when you get there, you are not making a significant income. With Vessel when you get to the “top” you will be earning an income that will be enough for you to live the lifestyle that you have only dreamed of.  Getting to the top doesn’t always have the same meaning and/or result.  You can get to the top of a small hill, or you can get to the top of a big mountain. At Vessel we offer you the “Everest” of plans, with a great route map and support to help you climb it. 

We recognize that many compensation plans have one or more wonderful aspects, but we can assure you that we have more unique points than any plan we’ve come across so far.  Our plan was carefully structured to motivate and reward ALL the behaviors that will help you build a successful business. 

Below please find some of what we call Vessel’s “Unique Points”:

1.     You will earn a 30% Retail Commission from Day One.  You do not have to become an Active Stylist ($300 Retails sales in one month) to earn this Retail Commission. If you only sell $100 your first month, you will get that $30 check, even if you didn’t make it to Active Stylist.

2.     Power Seller’s Bonus: If you want to take the seller’s approach with your Vessel business, then we will reward you for that.   You can earn up to a total of 40% Retail Commission.

3.     Your PSV (Personal Sales Volume) requirements include your clients, and you personally do not have to buy anything (although, of course, it counts toward your PSV if you do).  Your clients’ purchases can be enough to cover your requirement. In many companies you always have to make monthly personal purchases.

4.     Matching Advancement Bonus: You get $150 when you become a Silver Stylist, and $500 when you become a Sapphire Director.  You also receive another $500 every single time someone in your downline becomes a Sapphire Director (as long as you are paid as a Sapphire Director and there’s not another Sapphire or above, between you and that person). Other companies give one time advancement bonuses as well, but what’s unique about us is that as long as you are helping your Stylists become Sapphire Directors you will get $500 every time, NO limit.

5.     Team Volume Bonus: From Sapphire Director and above you get paid 2% on your TSV (Team Sales Volume: yourself and your entire downline, down to, but not including, the next Sapphire Director).  How many levels are included on this bonus might very well be different in every leg.

6.     Fast Start Bonus: We understand that you will be working very closely and dedicating more time to the new Stylists during the first 90 days of their business, so we will reward you for it, with an extra 5% on their sales during that period.  As early as an Executive Stylist you also get paid 3% on your Level 2 recruits.

7.     Career Title Retention: With Vessel you never lose the title you have achieved prior to becoming a Director.  From Sapphire Director and above, you will keep your title (although not be paid as that title unless you qualified that month) for 12 months. You will only be demoted if, in a 12 month period, you have not qualified even one month as that title.  As soon as you qualify again at that title, then the 12 month clock starts again (i.e., it’s a rolling 12 month period).

8.     Founder’s Club: We are offering the opportunity to be part of an exclusive group of motivated Stylists, who will be part of a special bonus pool.  You need to become a Ruby Director within the first 18 months after signing up as a Stylist. We are giving the opportunity of becoming part of this elite group to any Stylist that signs up on or before June 30^th, 2014.

9.     Generation Bonuses: A Generation is the relationship between one Sapphire Director or higher and another Sapphire Director or higher. From Opal Director and above you start getting paid on Generations as well as on your Levels.  By the time you become a Diamond you are getting paid 4 Generations. By definition, a Generation can have different number of levels in every leg. This means that by the time you are getting paid 4 Generations, you might be getting paid maybe 15 levels in one leg, but 40 levels in another.  In other compensation plans that don’t pay Generations like Vessel does, you are limited to sometimes only 5 levels down.  This feature is what’s going to make a big difference in your monthly income.

10. No penalty if someone in your downline out-ranks you:   In many companies, when someone from your downline achieves a rank above the one you are holding at the moment, you do not get any benefits from that person. With Vessel, we want you to keep progressing in your career.  Not only you are not penalized, but you are still paid the Level Bonuses on these downline people, and they are included on your DSV (Downline Sales Volume) requirements.

We believe that Vessel offers one of the best compensation plans in the market.  Pair that with a new and totally unique product and a ground-floor opportunity, and you have a combo that can’t be beat!