When the door's a knockin'

I just started something I never thought I would do, Mary Kay. I just never thought I would be good at it and be able to make money. It is after all sales, which I'd rather hear screeching all day in my ear than do. I've heard of MK and even used some of their products. I was even asked before if I wanted to sell it. Heck No! is what I thought then. The word "sales" scares me. Those who know me usually find that I'm more of a reserved person. I don't like to step outside my comfort zone, at all. And I don't like to fail. Unfortunately, I think it's held me back in areas of my life where I know I can do it but am afraid to. Even in my marriage I've had to overcome "sharing my feelings" and telling my husband what's going through my mind when I say "nothing". I know that he's just wants to support me and help me if he can and isn't going to "disown" me or anything. And I've found that telling him what's going through my mind really helps our relationship. SHOCKER!

So when I went to my sister-in-laws, Jessica, Mary Kay party, I had no intention of becoming a consultant. Though I did want to buy a few things. :) A few days later, I met with Jessica and her director thinking I'll just listen to the "spiel" about the business and get a discount on some products. Even after talking with them, I had a little interest but still didn't think I could do it. So I said, "I'll talk to my husband and get back to you."

When I got home, I did talk to my husband thinking he would be totally for it if I decided to say yes. But he had more questions and skepticism than I did! I didn't know the answers to all the questions he was asking me. And I felt this odd pressure to do it just to prove him wrong. But I didn't want that to be the reason. I really wanted his support if I did. He even had the same fears I originally had. "But you don't even like sales." And "It's just a pyramid scheme." (Which it's not, you make your own commission and can even surpass your recruiters. It just depends on how much you put into it.) I talked to my director again to answer questions that we both had, and with a little more discussion with my husband, I decided to face my fear and say yes! Holy moly I was still scared about whether or not I could do it or even enjoy it. But there wasn't much to lose. I bought the starter kit knowing that I could send it back and get 90% of what I paid for it if it didn't work out. 

The next few days while I waited for my kit to come in, I was wondering if I made the right decision. I had Joel behind me by now and he was making a "business plan" for me. He was finding out ways for me to market and was giving me tips on sales. If he had faith in me, I knew I had to have faith in myself. I felt this push through some prayer and definitely felt like to was the right thing and right time for me to step outside my comfort zone. (Remember I am almost 7 months pregnant.) So starting something new during this time really scared me! Ha, it's still frightening, but I'm feeling this sense of urgency to do as much as I can before baby comes! 

I had my first party last week, and was so grateful for everyone who showed up and showed their support for me. It was such a success that my doubts started to subside and excitement and eagerness started to take over. I realize that MK isn't for everyone, but the more I learn about it the more I realize how perfect it is for me!

I love the products, learning about skincare and beauty just thrills me. I wish everyone was as excited about it as me. Lol. I love how priorities are in the right order God first, family second, and career third. It just makes me happy to know I can take as much time as I need when my baby is born and go back to working. I'm also reading Mary Kay's autobiography. I'm really surprised at what a smart and inspirational women she was. (I'm not just saying that because I'm selling MK.) I've heard of her before, but knowing her story is just so empowering as a woman. And the company she built isn't just about making money, it's teaching and giving.

This is getting pretty lengthy, but what I really wanted to say is this is a new door for me and I'm asking for prayers and support. I really want to do well and achieve a sense of direction in my life while balancing being a wife and mother. Of course, if you want to help me out and order something or hold a party, I won't hold it against you. I can always use people to practice on right now. :p

Here's my website:

www.marykay.com/mquinn1529

And here's my email:

mquinn1529@marykay.com