Starting a small business is always a risky proposition. In my case, I started my Mary Kay business while I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Africa. I happened to be the last new consultant needed to get my Aunt into a car paid for by MK, so it was worth the sacrifice.

As it turned out, I loved the product so much (being a former Oregon crunchy type girl, who you wouldn’t guess I ever was) I ended up going into business for real after some of my globe trotting adventures settled down and I found myself in one place.

To make a long story short. I learned a great deal about sales, marketing, skin care and working with people. I sold enough to become accustomed to the extra income, but also invested a great deal. I met some fabulous people and had a great time at it. I then moved out to DC and it just hasn’t been my focus. I don’t regret my experience at all and know that I’ve learned so much from it.

Now I’m finally working at closing down my business and liquidating my inventory. The good news is, I have $250 in my pocket tonight and that much less in our closet. I’ve got a long way to go, but the ball is rolling.

Wish me luck! Pink hugs!

Queen Bee – Miel

P.S. If you want a stellar deal on MK products or know someone who might, let me know & I’ll hook you up.

MANAGE YOUR MONEY TOGETHER

Here are some simple guidelines for DINKS to build wealth:

1) Collaborate: Meet regularly to talk about money, set goals together, track and monitor them.

2) Understand and respect your partner. Take time to understand your partners values about money.

3) Watch the numbers. Get a budget, monitor your spending and track your net worth.

4) Max your retirement. Maximize contributions to your tax deferred retirement accounts.

5) Invest in stock. Stocks perform better than bonds or cash.

6) Avoid high interest debt. Credit cards and title loans are financial cancer.

7) Diversify. Don't put all your eggs in one basket.

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