As I get back behind the keyboard to start writing again, I decided to kick things off with a new article at the American Chronicle. This time I take a look at the rise in popularity for direct sales (as employment opportunities continue to wane) and offer a few tips to those that might be considering that type of opportunity.

At a time when employment seems to be the unsecured option, some people have decided to take their income into their own hands. In business and, more specifically, in direct sales.

The direct sales industry has gotten a bad rap in the past and, it’s true, sales isn’t for everyone. For those that have the drive to sell, whether it is Mary Kay make up or the pink tools from Tomboy Tools, business can be very good. Just take a look at all of the press successful men and women in the industry have received.

Of course these successes don’t come without a few warnings. Before you leap into the first opportunity you find, there are some things you should consider.

You can read the rest of the article here.