Hello everyone!  I've been in MK for about 5 years.  Not sure exactly why I got in - other than for the discount for personal use.  Somehow in the I got caught up in it and thought I could do more, so I bought the inventory.  It's been the same story with me for the past 5 years.  I do a few classes for a few months then I don't do anything for several more months.  I still have inventory on my shelf - and the credit card debt to prove it!  I keep telling myself I either need to give it up or push it.  Either way, I need to pay my credit cards.  I've had enough in small orders come in that I am always able to pay the minimum on my card - so I don't have to ask DH for money.  I am usually one who researches things well before I jump in.  Have no idea why I didn't this time!  I have no one to blame except myself for choosing to sign the agreement or choosing to buy inventory and choosing to push or not push my business. I thought I could use the extra money to help pay off student loans and have some money for spending on vacations, etc.

My director is in Ohio while I am in another state.  I went to meetings for several months under an adopted director.  They didn't treat me as one of the group.  I could only go to certain meetings on certain dates.  I couldn't participate in their "recognition" night.  I later found out that they aren't supposed to do that, they are supposed to treat you as one of their consultants.  After I quit the meetings I never really pursued going to another director.  I kept in contact with my director in Oh.  She is really great.  Never any pressure and answers my questions with out judging me. 

I work full-time in education and have 2 children.  I love spending time with them and my husband.

Anyways...  I'm really questioning what I am doing. I have several good customers.  I even have a couple of classes on the calendar.  But, I'm not sure what to do anymore.  I found this site and thought I'd check it out.  Maybe help me make a decision. I'm also debating starting my own business.  I work in technology and have thought about creating videos from pictures.  I know there are businesses out there that do that, but they all seem so expensive.  I have done several videos for work and for family members.  My thought was to let people know I do this and charge a nominal fee of between $30 and $50.  I don't know.  Still feeling kind of guilty for the money on the credit cards from MK.

Anyways... happy to be here!

Hi techi2! 

Welcome to the board! Sounds like you are doing some soul searching.....I hope this board helps you discover the answers you are needing to find!

I like lippie's idea of finding out what you are eligible to return....however you need to do what's right for you!

No matter what you choose I hope you stick around! We actually do have fun around here and it's not all MK chat either!

This board became the best part of my MK experience! 

techi2,

  

I know what you mean!  Welcome aboard!

  My name is Erin, I just recently stopped being a super active MK consultant myself. I completely understand how you feel about the whole adopted director thing, and I'm sorry that happened to you. I think this is a decision you're going to have to make for yourself - and not let anyone push you  one way or another. As for the classes - well, only a few people had parties for me, so I think that's great! But it does make your decision harder to make. One good way to start selling some of that inventory, though, is to send out an email to your existing customers, offering them a significant one-time discount on all purchases. That's what I did, and I got a couple of bites. At least you'll be able to pay your credit card bill - minimum or more!

I hope some of my ideas helped - Erin