So, without further ado...
I am based out of my home as an Independent Distributor for Premier Designs Jewelry. My phone number is 803-468-3481. One of the great things about my job is that I get to choose when I work. I usually try to do home shows on Tuesday and Thursday nights and usually one Saturday a month. Of course, I will work with my hostesses if those do not work for them.
1- Tell me about yourself: I am married to Jay Christmas. We actually met while we were in high school and I always thought that he was out of my league. I didn’t realize at the time that he had similar thoughts. We tried to date while he was in the Coast Guard and I was a junior in college. I fell head over heels in love with him but we broke up for several reasons. Years later, God blessed us with another chance and we have now been married for a year and a half. When I am not working, I like to read, spend time with my husband and family and attend Bethesda Church of God.
2- Business background: May will mark my 3 year anniversary in Premier Designs. I originally joined so that I could earn money to pay for my wedding. I did not originally plan to do this long term but have since realized how great a company it is and have been thoroughly blessed by it.
3- What’s your typical day like?
Well, I actually do this part-time and work another full-time job. But, a typical jewelry party involves me arriving about 30 minutes prior and setting up my jewelry. When guests arrive, I do a short presentation that includes fashion tips. Afterwards, I let my customers try on jewelry and they have a no-pressure atmosphere to purchase whatever pieces they wish. I then total the orders up and get the chance to tell my hostess how much free jewelry she will receive. That is such a fun thing to do because they usually can’t believe the amount.
4- What do you enjoy most about your business?
The better question is what do I not enjoy. However, I think the purpose of Premier is one of the best parts. Our purpose is to enrich every life we touch. I love to have a lady come to one of my parties who does not usually wear a lot of jewelry but I am able to encourage her that she can wear those fun pieces and not look silly. When I see her a few months later, she might not be wearing Premier, but I love that I have encouraged her to step out of her box and try something different.
5- Tips for balancing it all?
The thing that helps me is to have a “to-do list.” I am somewhat of a “workaholic” but I have realized that you must have lazy days. It doesn’t mean you are actually lazy; it just means that you are working on yourself. If you don’t refuel every now and then, you will be no good to your business or anyone else.
6- Truth or fiction: (fun game I used to play in the big corporate world… List 3 unusual / interesting things about yourself—two should be true & one should be fiction). We’ll give the answer at the end of the interview!
A- I am the oldest of 12 children.
B- I own a Bicho Frise puppy named Jewel.
C- I wanted to be a lawyer when I was in middle school.
7- What are the benefits of using your services / business over others?
When you use my service, you will get the best customer service that I can offer and you will be getting a product that is backed by the company with a Golden Guarantee. Also, because a portion of every dollar sold is donated to missions both in the US and around the world, you will be helping others less fortunate than yourself.
Truth or Fiction: A and C are TRUE! :D
