Useful websites and links

Marie replied:

I am a memember of this very useful website and it is free to join. All you need is an online business and to be a mum.

www.buzzbags.mumspace.net

Marie

partyplans replied:

www.partyplans.com.au 

The source for all things Party Plan!

C'mon - nobody has any other useful links?

No business sites? No other 'mum' sites? You can include international sites too!

Zammy replied:

www.vistaprint.com.au/
Excellent online printing service, cheap and fast great for business cards, stationary etc.

www.thebooster.com/
Brilliant site for party planners with stickers, books and more

www.spectrummarketing.com.au/
Want to build your business? This is the place to go, heaps of resources from books to cds.

www.karenphelps.net/
The very successful Karen Phelps shares tips and tricks of the party plan trade for free! I just love the monthly email.

RachelSaucy replied:

http://www.wahm.com/

WAHM.com is your source for home business information, work at home/work from home jobs, and all the support and advice a work-at-home mom (or dad, or anyone) could ask for.

http://www.dswa.org/

a community that offers encouragement, education and ideas for growing your network marketing or party plan business.

http://www.directsellingbusiness.com/

Direct Selling Business is a community designed for the Direct Selling - Home Party Plan Professional.  Many people search our website for direct selling resources, home business information and products.  Our goal is to help others succeed in the direct sales industry by providing valuable resources. 

http://www.mymommybiz.com/

MyMommyBiz™ Advice, Ideas & Resources strives to provide valuable advice, ideas, resources and much more for mothers working homebased businesses (and those who want to be!)

http://www.cafemom.com/

CafeMom is an online community created especially for moms. Since its launch in November 2006, thousands of moms have come together online to swap stories and advice on a huge range of topics, share photos, and connect with friends. CafeMom users each get their own homepage which they can customize to show off their personality.

http://www.clubmom.com/

ClubMom® is the premier online destination where thousands of moms connect and share with each other. Whether helping each other meet daily challenges in MomAnswers, sharing photos with friends and family in the ClubMom Scrapbook, or winning great prizes in ClubMom's Sweepstakes and contests, members come to ClubMom.com to connect, share, and have fun every day. And through the ClubMom Rewards program, moms earn ClubMom Points they can redeem for rewards just for them.

http://www.homepartyplannetwork.com/

Home Party Plan Network was created for two reasons....we want to help those looking for a home party plan or direct sales company to join and also help those looking for ideas on how to grow their current party plan home business. 

http://www.partyplan.co.uk/code2/v2/scripts/forum/default.asp

Forum for Ann Summers (Adult Party Plan) Consultants in UK - some great games and posts

http://www.burpit.com/

BurpIt.com is the place to discuss all things Tupperware! Discuss tupperware, recipes and more! It's FREE to join, so join the TupperFun today. Burp It!

http://www.momssource.com/

Has some great articles

http://www.expressyourselfonline.com/pages/main.htm

Similar to The Booster.  Approachable and quick response for quotes to Australia.

Promote your business and make it FUN with awesome products from Express Yourself!  We offer stickers, postcards, rubber stamps, visual aids, and many specialty items which help you to promote your business!  Our product line is beneficial for Consultants of all Direct Sales Companies! 

http://www.123homebusinessguide.com/party-plan.html

Some good ideas

SaucyKath replied:

www.businessmums.com

 www.kathmachen.com

and as I seemed to have started a trend how about www.sparklee.com

http://www.workathomemomonline.com/

this one's in my favs but I haven't explored it that much yet.

ExMember148 replied:

www.ebay.com.au    when you are looking for that elusive 'party your way to prosperity' book

magneticstar replied:

Express Yourself is an awsome Company which specialise is all things to promote a Party Plan business.  They have a fantastic range of stickers plus some which are aimed at specific items eg Lingerie, Plastics (Tupperware), Candles.  No companies are mentioned, so they are extremely versatile.  Check out their bag which has a clear plastic pocket in the front to put your catalogues...A great talking point when out and about...I got a booking last week from a lady who saw the catalogue and asked me about it.  She had never heard of PartyLite, but loves candles.

One thing to remember though, the company is American so all prices are in US$  It is also pricy to post, but combine with other consultants and share the cost.  www.expressyourselfonline.com

Jacinta

RachelSaucy replied:

Super Funky, girly, cute products, international shipping. 

http://www.businessenhancements.com/

Our Mission is to help independent consultants in the party plan / direct sales industry build successful businesses and realize your personal, financial, and career dreams come true.            

       We have combined over a decade of experience in the party plan industry, providing thousands of independent consultants, representing over 70 direct sales companies, tools designed to help them be successful in their businesses.  Our products save you development time and money while increasing sales, party/show attendance, future bookings and recruitment opportunities.

     Our consultant driven products offer stylish art, professional quality and concise messages to enhance your party plan / direct sales business.

RachelSaucy replied:

Resources for SAHM(D) with Toddlers/Preschoolers -

http://akidsheart.com/ - Lots of free resources

http://www.meddybemps.com/7.33.html - a collection of simple activities designed to help your child improve her learning skills.

http://www.preschoolexpress.com/ - Lots of activities & ideas

http://www.storyplace.org/PRESCHOOL/other.asp - Lots of Themes.  Both online and offline activities

http://www.theteachersguide.com/ChildrensSongs.htm - Lots and Lots of songs

http://www.kididdles.com/lyrics/index.html - Over 2000 songs!!

Hennypenny replied:

And a few more...

www.mumsinbusiness.net

www.womensnetwork.com.au

Cheers,

Andrea.

ExMember148 replied:

www.popcap.com

JodieR replied:

This would be good as a sticky

JodieR replied:

I found this one today:

http://homeofficewomen.com/index.php/about/

heaps of varied info!

SaucyHeaven replied:

http://www.oz-e-wahm.com/topsites/

This is a list of Aussie companies and consultants.  You could even submit your site or details as well.

Stickerlady replied:

Hi Everyone,

I have a website that might help you. I am trying to start a business similar to the booster. I have a range of labels for sale. All these labels are printed on a Laser printer so the are excellent quality. I have had people say that they would like to buy from me but I have not had an order yet. I am open to ideas, suggestions or anything that you think I should know. I am really trying to help everyone with these, so please help me with anything that you think might help me.

http://www.freewebs.com/rebeccaslabels/stickerpreviews.htm

This page is where I have put all my ideas. The pictures on this page have been page scanned, so that is why the colour is not that clear. I promise that if you place an order with me you will not be disappointed.

Cheers

Beck

ExMember148 replied:

I just clicked on SaucyHeavens recommendation and you know what it is like.  You click on something else and then soemthing else and I found these couple of beauties:

www.themessydesk.com.au

https://www.docdownload.com.au/

http://www.divapromotions.com.au/index.html

ExMember148 replied:

http://www.mumsunited.com.au    some of you may find this interesting / helpful

ExMember148 replied:

http://www.digital-women.com/daily-planner/    has lots of printables of very hand information that we should all have written down somewhere, just in case we lose our hard drive or similar

ExMember148 replied:

Ok, this is not party plan related, but its fabulous all the same.  A site full of bargain vouchers etc you can print out ....

http://www.buckscoop.com.au/vouchers/

everyone loves a bargain

ingashoebiz replied:

Hi everyone this one is about networking.  I have read some of her books and was at a network meeting  earlier this year and heard her speak, motivational and inspiring.

http://www.networkingtowin.com.au/

In 2000 Robyn received the prestigous
Nevin Award, National Speakers Association of Australia. This is
awarded annually to the member whose accomplishments reflect
outstanding credit, respect, honour and admiration of NSAA and the
entire speaking profession. Robyn is only the 3 woman in Australia
to receive the award.


After hearing Robyn speak and as well as reading her books I got the message that networking is a vital part of our business.

Kelly replied:

Not sure if this one is already on here but I get info from it all the time. Some very useful articles.

Hope someone finds it helpful!

http://www.webmomz.com/homepartybizmain.shtml

Hennypenny replied:

Hi All,

Just stumbled across this one on the weekend - and managed to hook up MLH. Could be good for anyone else with their own pp company or online store- or just shoppers wanting to support WAHM's.

www.wahmtastic.com.au

Janine replied:

Thanks Andrea, will be checking this one out tonight when the girls are asleep.

Cheers

Janine