Are you interested in becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator?
There are lots of different types of demonstrators.
People join Stampin' Up for many different reasons. And no matter which kind of Demonstrator you want to be, you will receive all of the same great benefits from Stampin' Up and from ME!
- DISCOUNT DEMONSTRATOR: Likes the idea of buying stamps for personal use at a super discount and may or may not sell anything to friends and family.
- SHORT-TERM DEMONSTRATOR: Sells for only a short period of time to earn a specified amount of money and stops when the goal is reached.
- HOBBY DEMONSTRATOR: Loves doing workshops and classes and earning extra money when it’s convenient; works a lot some months and very little, or none, other months - often making enough to support her hobby.
- CAREER DEMONSTRATOR: Considers Stampin’ Up! a viable business with long-term career potential; pursues management and wants to move up the career ladder; regularly attends Stampin’ Up! events and works at her business in a consistent manner.
Demonstrator FAQ’s
How much does it cost to get started? The Starter Kit is only $175 plus tax! This kit is customizable and you will receive a total of $355 in product for only $175! It includes everything you will need to get your business up and running—including stamps and accessories as well as business supplies. PLUS...I offer all of my new recruits a special BONUS welcome pack to help them get started!
What are the minimum sales requirements? To stay active as a demonstrator you will need to sell a minimum of $300 per (3 month) quarter. It seems like a lot, but it's VERY attainable and can usually be met with a single workshop!
What if I decide it’s not for me? Will I be penalized if I quit? No penalty! You simply stop placing orders. If you don’t meet the minimum requirement, Stampin’ Up! will just “drop” you—no questions asked!
But I guarantee that once you start you won’t want to stop!!
How will I make money as a demonstrator? Since customers pay you directly, you will keep 20% of each order placed at the time of their payment. You can earn additional money (up to 40% total) through volume rebates if your monthly sales are $400 and above.
Do people really make money at this?
YES!! Depending on how much time you want to put into “your” business, you can make whatever income you desire! It is totally up to you!
YES!! Depending on how much time you want to put into “your” business, you can make whatever income you desire! It is totally up to you!
Do I have to recruit other demonstrators? Of course not!! Having a downline is not a requirement, it is a perk – we have the opportunity to earn a commission based on our downline’s sales!
Do I have to stock product? No. You will only order items when someone places an order and pays you in advance, so you won’t need to keep an inventory.
What kind of incentives will I receive as a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator?
- You will get at minimum 20% off your personal orders (more depending on how much you spend) PLUS hostess benefits!
- As a new demonstrator, you will have the opportunity to earn up to 9 free stamp sets during your first 6 months for your sales and recruiting
- 30% commission on your first workshop order of $150 or more, if you place it within 45 days of signing up.
- The ability to be your own “hostess” and earn free hostess sets and merchandise on your own personal orders
- You can earn free catalog product, logo merchandise and supply items depending upon your sales and downline promotions each quarter
- You can work to achieve the annual incentive trip for two… the company gives you five ways to earn it!
- You will get to see (and pre-order) the newest Stampin' Up releases!
Where do I get ideas for my workshops? Stampin’ Up! has many resources for demonstrators, including the Idea Book & Catalog, a great monthly magazine, a fantastic website for demonstrators only, a wonderful video in the starter kit, and much more. And of course I am always here to help. It is OKAY to copy projects from these resources—that is what they are for! You don’t have to ever think of an original idea if you don’t want to.
Do I have to attend meetings? There is always something going on which include a combination of business and stamping events which are completely optional, but a lot of fun if you choose to come!
Are there any Stampin’ Up! events that I can attend as a new demonstrator? Yes, and they are a blast! Every year in July there is the annual convention. There are regional training events held each quarter as well as local events organized by Demonstrators in and around Lubbock, TX.
I hope this has answered some of your questions. As you can see, Stampin' Up is a flexible and fun business designed to meet many different types of crafters!
Click here to go to my Stampin’ Up! web site, where you can get additional information and sign up online if you’d like. And as always, if you have any questions about signing up, please feel free to call, text or email me anytime!
