Can I advertise Avon this way?

Question

I've just started selling Avon and I always assumed I could advertise via MySpace and Facebook - not really "advertise," per say, but just post bulletins and notes talking about upcoming products, etc. I kinda planned my customer base around this, as I live away from the majority of my family and friends.

But... after searching, I've heard/read that a rep isn't even allowed to mention Avon on social networking sites. Is this true?

Anyone who can give me the real answer?

Answer 1

You would need to talk to Avon corporate and see.  Frankly, I don't see that as a viable way of reaching customers.  It seems to me like it would just be annoying and I would probably delete you as a friend.  Consider using an email campaign instead that people can sign up for who actually want to receive these messages.

Answer 2

Refer to the reference guide u should have gotten when u signed on with AVON. There's a section on advertising/promotion policies. It states that you can not use social networking sites as a means for advertising the selling of Avon products. It specifically mentions MySpace and Facebook.  Go to www.YourAvon.com. Click on resource library. Look under tools and find/click on policies&procedures. They have the guidelines listed and some samples for other ideas.

Answer 3

Did you read this in your original "contract" paperwork with them? If so, then I wouldn't risk it.