It is a fun job to do but not one that generates a lot of money unless you are a good recruiter. - Independent Beauty Consultant Mary Kay Employee Review

3.0
Aug 26, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It is something you can do at home and be your own boss. Activities are a lot of fun and you can make friends. The products are great to use for yourself and for gifts. You can make money if you are willing to invest the time and money to recruit and buy products.

Cons

They change product lines frequently and add limited edition products so it is difficult to keep up with your inventory. You often end up with discontinued items that are no longer in their catelogs. You have to invest a lot of money upfront to buy inventory and supplies as well as a lot of time to find contacts, make appointments, do classes and most of all recruit! Your life will never be the same!

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Pros

The people who are left are lovely

Cons

You are expected to perform outside your job description. Promotions are nearly impossible. Layoffs are now part of the culture. The "pink bubble" only applies to you when they need you. Once they declare you disposable, their attitude towards you drastically changes. When you get laid off, their package is pittance.

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