GIVEAWAY RULES:

Go here to pick out your favorite studs:  http://www.stelladot.com/shannongryder

Comment on the blog post which ones you like and you are done :)  Good luck!

The AdvoCare giveaway was so much fun!  I loved getting people involved and starting a conversation about direct sales.  This week I’m focusing on Shannon’s Stella and Dot story.  I met Shannon while I was teaching and she always had the best jewelry.  My jewelry collection has gotten so much better since meeting her.  The best part is that I always get my jewelry half off or free because of a hostess party perk.  I’ve learned that hosting direct sales parties has big perks!  Read her story to find out more.

My name is Shannon Gryder, and I am a Senior Stylist with Stella & Dot. I became involved with this company originally for no reason other than I LOVED the jewelry, and wanted the stylist discount! Once I started, I realized I could really supplement my teaching salary with just a trunk show or two a month.      A typical month for me is 2 shows, and for that I average $500 in commission. This pays for my daughter’s guitar lessons, my son’s baseball, and my housecleaner (my personal splurge!). My best months are before the holidays- this past October I earned over $1800 just in personal commission, which paid for our spring break vacation. My sponsor has built a large team and Stella & Dot is her full time job–last year, she earned close to 6 figures. This really is a business that can be as small or big as you want, and flexes to fit your lifestyle.

     The company also offers TONS of incentives for stylists, where you can earn everything from a free vacation to Mexico to free jewelry and bags. I have been a stylist for almost 4 years, and rarely pay out of pocket for any of the jewelry or bags I have…nice perk!      The other great thing about Stella & Dot is what is does for our hostesses- they average $250 in free jewelry for a trunk show. That is the best kind of shopping: free! If you want the style and are on a budget, hosting is perfect for you. If you are interested in more info about hosting a show or becoming a stylist, you can contact me at:
Stella and dot giveaway
Make sure to comment which earrings you want!  A random winner will be picked March 23rd at midnight Eastern time.