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More Build It Big: 101 Insider Secrets from Top Direct Selling Experts

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3 star:		(1)
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I thought this book was OK. The article contributors could certainly write well, so I can't be fair and still give it 3 stars. However, I was hoping to find a book between the covers of this "thing." I think if the authors, two sisters and another woman, had read the articles included in this book and used them as research for writing a book, then they could have written a wonderful book. Unfortunately, there was too much overlap on some issues and some holes on others. There certainly is no overall thesis to the book that is explained and proven by the writing.

The authors are veteran network marketers who have teamed up together to form a trade association they call "Direct Selling Women's Alliance" (DSWA dot org). The book is clearly a marketing piece they have thrown together in order to promote their organization. Apparently it has worked well because I suspect the membership in their organization has showered it with favorable book reviews on Amazon. I cannot think of any other possible explanation for its overall 5-star rating from 10 reviewers.

The network marketing industry is full of home-based entrepreneurs. The people who succeed at networking marketing can (1) sell product, (2) recruit salespeople to join THEIR sales organization, (3) lead the sales organization they build, and (4) manage THEIR sales organization. I had hoped this book would have explained this in some detail. Instead, all of this was touched upon, but not clearly. Also, there was too much inspirational fluff included.

There are four books that I think would serve the reader well if they are interested in becoming successful at direct sales:

>>Make Your Contacts Count (ISBN: 0814474020)
>>Leadership Made Easy (ISBN: 1932531599)
>>The Road Warrior's Guide to Sales Management (ISBN: 1592981992)
>>What to Do When You Become the Boss (ISBN: 1432714287)

When you work in direct sales the company you work for has outsourced its sales function. That is why you can earn what you earn. If you build a sales team to work for you, then you will be successful. It's just that simple. 4 stars!

PS. There is a Part I to this book entitled "Build It Big" (ISBN: 0793192773). It includes another batch of 101 articles. And it is written the same way as this book was.

Both Build It Big and More Build It Big are jam packed full of the basics and very useful information everyone in direct sales, network marketing and party plan selling can use to grow their businesses. If you are looking for rewards for great downline team performance or incentive gifts, look no further! These books make the perfect thing to give your team members. Don't forget to get a few extras for your downline lending library! I've purchased dozens to use with my team and they love them. Way to go DSWA! I can't wait to meet some of the authors at the DSWA event in Dallas in April. (www.dswa.org)

Ok, so I thought that the first Build it Big Book was great! Now here is even more great tips and information to furthur expand your business. I have learned a little something from everything that I read with this. If I feel that things are slowing down a bit, I pull this out almost like a reference book and look for some fresh ideas that I can use to liven things up. It never fails to come through and It enables me to coach my team more effectively and share the knowledge that I have gained with them. This book also makes a great gift for your team members.

More Build It Big: 101 Insider Secrets from Top Direct Selling Experts is a handy guide to home-based business, written by professionals in The Direct Selling Women's Alliance especially for those interested in a home-based businesses that rely heavily upon network marketing, party-plan, and person-to-person sales. Individual essays by different authors on a wide variety of topics give solid pointers on the latest strategies, trends, and resources, as well as tips, tricks and techniques to improve customer relations and boost sales. From using a newsletter to enhance one's visibility to taking advantage of tax incentives to improving one's skill at friendly conversation, More Build It Big is a highly recommended supplemental resource and self-teaching tool for the dedicated entrepreneur. Also highly recommended is the previous book in the series, "Build It Big".

"More Build it Big" is absolutely a must read for anyone in Direct Sales, or thinking about starting a Direct Sales business. It is filled with many different "Hands On" idea's that will help you create success for every aspect of your direct sales business. FINALLY - a book that is written FOR Direct Sellers - BY Direct Sellers. There is a huge diversity of Direct Sales companies representated in this book, and yet the tips, stradegy's, and ideas that help you become successful in this business are virtually the same. You get to see an even "BIGGER PICTURE" when you are hearing from so many different people who all have one thing in common: Direct Sales is the best Profession that you can choose in the 21st Century if you want to own your own business, choose your own hours, work your business around your family (Not the other way around), choose the income that you make, and build the future you've always dreamed of. "MORE BUILD IT BIG" will help you do just that!

Wow! I can't believe they topped the last Build It Big with more advice from the top direct selling experts. Another excellent read!

Looking for encouragement? Well look no further. This book will help you get on your feet in no time. Written by people who have "been there & done that." If you need some motivation look to this book to help you get started in your direct selling company. Full of ideas & how to's along with action steps to keep you going. One easy read!

The Build It Big Series are the best books on the market for helping you grow your home based business. It is divided into little articles written by the industries best. A great easy read! I have grown my direct sales business greatly after buying these books and joining the Direct Selling Women's Alliance.

Sequel to Build It Big. Excellent book. All Direct Sellers should have this in your library of must have motivational books.

This book, and it's companion,"Build It Big", are the best books I've read regarding successful ways to build a direct-selling business.