"We live in a water-challenged world, one that is becoming more so each year as 80 million additional people stake their claims to the Earth's water resources," notes Lester R. Brown, head of the Washington-based Earth Policy Institute.

Studies estimate that about 120 billion liters of bottled water are consumed yearly around the world brought by consumers’ changing lifestyles, increasing health concerns and choosing natural products. Another study showed that three of the five fastest growing food and beverage categories in the global market were beverages. The research revealed that the water business ranked among the top five in the said category. And in Asia Pacific region alone, bottled water was shown as the single fastest growing product in the food and beverage category with a growth of 7% back in 2001.

In the Philippines, Filipinos consume 310 to 507 cubic meters of water daily, but not everyone has access to the commodity. Statistics from the Department of Health (DOH) showed only 76.3 percent of the more than 13.923 million households nationwide have access to safe water supply and around 69.3 percent have sanitary toilets.

A study conducted by the College of Public Health of the University of the Philippines found out that one-third of the households in the slum districts of Metro Manila drink water contaminated with waste. In 2003, five people died and more than 500 residents in Tondo were brought to hospitals due to polluted water. It is no wonder that bottled water became popular.

Bottled water comes in various sizes. Those in retail outlets and supermarkets range from 320 ml to 6000 ml. This has created business phenomenon: water refilling stations. There are an estimated 3,000 "water stores" nationwide, many of them inside affluent villages and subdivisions. They have sprouted like mushrooms in the metropolis and urban areas in the past years.

For would-be investors who wants to put-up and mange a water refilling stations, it might be prudent to first try to find out if acquiring a franchise or being an independent seller is more feasible given one’s current financial condition. Both options have their pros and cons. For instance, acquiring a franchise to operate a water refilling stations would mean a capital infusion of about PhP 800,000.00 to more than PhP 1 million, depending on the franchise, the space, and the location. On the other hand, being an independent seller can cost an initial investment of only Php 400,000.00 to P1 million, based on the capacity of the tanks and filtering system.

The advantage of securing a franchise is that, you will enjoy immediately a head-start in terms of starting their operations compared to independent operators because of franchise programs such as the management assistance/support package. New franchisees are given assistance and guidance on how to the business operates daily while independent operators will have to discover the intricacies of business operation on their own.

Franchise packages, likewise, include marketing programs for the franchisees which can be a big help in marketing the products. Independent sellers, on the other hand, need to design and develop their own promotional scheme to attract clients. With a marketing plan clearly laid down, franchise holders enjoy name recall and brand attachment to entice the customers while independent sellers have to be more creative in this aspect to gain a share in the market.

One good thing about operating as an independent distributor is that you have the luxury of setting your own price. You can price your product lower than what the franchised water refilling stations charged to attract clients and to take out your competitors. It is, thus, not surprising to see that many independent operators usually priced their products at PhP 35.00 per gallon while franchisees offer around PhP 40.00 per gallon. Franchisees cannot afford to lower their price further than PhP 40.00 per gallon because they have to offset the royalty fees and other charges billed to them by the company. Also, franchise agreements usually stipulate that the prices set by their franchisees should be the same.

Nevertheless, one thing is clear: water refilling stations are definitely profitable with return on investments (ROI) ranging from as early as 10 months to two years, depending largely on the store’s location. Staff requirement could range from 2 to 5 people depending on the number of deliveries that the station is willing to make everyday. These deliveries are usually free to ensure that the clients in both the residential and commercial areas maintain their loyalty to the station.

In many cases, water refilling stations can make use of a 1m x 3m space. With rising rental fees, having a medium-sized tank and filtering system might be more feasible. However, it should be noted that the government, through the Department of Health (DOH), will now require a 5m x 5m floor area for water refilling stations as part of their effort to regulate the business.

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A quest that started in Cebu 11 years ago continues to this day...abroad.

By Veronica C. Silva

BusinessWorld, 15 December 2003

While backpacking in Europe back in 1992, fresh college graduate Jonathan Jay P. Aldeguer noted the absence of a recognizable brand for the souvenir collection hobby anywhere he went. "My backpacking travel in Europe...and the Philippines confirmed my observation that the souvenir industry, not only in the Philippines but even internationally, is perceived as a cottage-type industry. It hasn’t evolved into anything," he said.

It was this void that drove Mr. Aldeguer, a thirty-something young entrepreneur, to conceptualize a one-stop store for tourists’ souvenir needs: from T-shirts to mugs and other travel items.

At age 21, with an initial capitalization of PhP 200,000 that he got from his earnings in college and from his parents, Island Souvenirs was established in 1992. With a PhP 1500 bamboo cart, Aldeguer began selling shirts at the White Gold department store in Cebu.

Applying a dash of tropical taste to this initial idea, Mr. Aldeguer now has shops all over the Philippines and in other tropical-inspired tourist spots worldwide.

"What’s driving me to even reach further is the fact that the souvenir industry is a multimillion-dollar industry. But there is no one brand that even exists," he noted.

In search of a brand, Mr. Aldeguer finally settled on "Islands Souvenirs," a brand that started in the Philippines which aims to offer quality souvenirs to both domestic and foreign tourists.

"To a certain extent, people want to see something familiar...What we’re trying to do is develop a souvenir brand that projects a unique characteristic about the place," said Mr. Aldeguer.

The brand that aims to make it big in the multimillion-dollar business started in Cebu, located in Central Visayas and dubbed as the Queen City of the South. From Cebu, the company expanded all over the Philippines, focusing on key tourists destinations, including new ones like Siargao in northern Mindanao.

After putting up more than 100 stores in the Philippines, Islands Souvenirs is setting its sights on other tropical locations outside the country.

The company’s strategy to expand outside the Philippines is through franchising and joint ventures. Franchising was admittedly an afterthought for Mr. Aldeguer, although international expansion has always been the goal.

"The goal is to go global; that’s what we really wanted to do," he said. "I gave myself 10 years to stabilize our local operations and set up our distribution in the Philippines."

An initial attempt to go abroad in 1996 flopped. But it convinced him that franchising is the right strategy. He said he thought it was feasible for the company to expand abroad on its own because the company was enjoying brisk sales during the first few years of operations.

"But we wanted local participation," Mr. Aldeguer said. "It’s always nice to inject the local characteristic.

"When we opened, there were really two things I wanted to consciously integrate into the concept: the tropical concept and a wide array of items," he added.

The company is focusing on other countries with a tropical setting similar to the Philippines. The company’s first successful attempt was in 1999 in Okinawa, one of the few islands in Japan with a tropical climate. The company now has three outlets in the Okinawa international airport.

Two more franchise outlets -- a store and a kiosk -- were opened in 2001 in Singapore at the Suntec Convention.

The company offers boutiques or stand-alone stores, kiosks and carts at varying franchise fees, depending on the location. The company does not charge for royalty fees, but instead makes money out of inventory.

All outlets in Japan and Singapore are franchises. To be sure, Islands Souvenirs also has joint ventures elsewhere abroad, but they carry the same tropical theme.

In 1999, Mr. Aldeguer teamed up with another Filipino entrepreneur to open an outlet in San Francisco, USA at the tourist spot, the Fisherman’s Wharf. There, the Islands Souvenirs brand was re-branded as "I love San Francisco," but with the same tropical theme and quality for which the Philippine brand has been known.

"Where I feel I have an understanding of the market, like the US, plus there seems to be a very strong potential, I would like more participation than just a franchise," Mr. Aldeguer said. "It [the outlet] still goes through the whole franchise setup, but I have a participation in the franchisee like a joint venture."

Due to the success of the San Francisco outlet, Islands Souvenirs is opening another joint venture company in the same area by next year.

The intention is to open as many outlets as possible worldwide. "There is a conscious effort to tap tropical-oriented and -inspired destinations so that we can carry out the Islands Souvenirs look," said Mr. Aldeguer. "Within the next couple of months, we’re looking at Guam and we’ve initiated talks already...Australia is also imminent."

The franchising model is expected to overtake the joint venture model as the company proceeds to expand. "Management-wise, it would be better to go with local partners," said Mr. Aldeguer.

To add muscle to his expansion plans, the young entrepreneur said that one of his immediate plans is to set up an offshore company either in Hong Kong or in Singapore to take care of distribution and marketing for the international outlets.

To be sure, going international has not been a walk in the park. Mr. Aldeguer noted. For instance, because the souvenir industry hinges on travel and tourism, sales of Island Souvenirs outlets abroad were affected by the severe acute respiratory syndrome which hit the region early this year.

Today, the company’s quest to promote a global brand that is synonymous to good quality continues.

"We’re glad to say that we showed how a cottage industry-type of business has a potential to be a worldwide business," Mr. Aldeguer said.

Due to his continuous success on the Islands Souvenir chains, Jay Aldeguer was awarded as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) award for entrepreneurship at age 27—the youngest so far in the TOYM roster. Island Souvenirs has also been named “Outstanding Filipino Retailer” by the Philippine Retailers Association and the Department of Trade and Industry several times that Aldeguer was actually inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2003.

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Mary Samantha Pascua will celebrate here first birthday on March 23 not with a bang but with a whimper.

Mary Samantha was diagnosed with Biliary Atresia when she was 2 months old. Since then, life for Mary has never been the same. She had been confined four times already when she was at 2'½ months old, she undergone an operation called Kasai Procedure as a primary treatment, after a few months she confined due to pneumonia,she confined again for third times due to acute cholangitis and water stool. As of today, she takes 12 various medicines everyday just to sustain Mary's life for now and prevent infection or further complications. What Mary need is a liver transplant.

A liver transplant will give a new lease of life for Mary. This procedure is performed in Taiwan and costs approximately P4 to 5 Million. We, Mary's family cannot do this alone. We are asking for your support and donations to reach this amount. As of today, we have PhP 669,319.27 in donations/pledges and were still having embarked on a fund raising campaign. Please help us, please help Mary. Please help us raise money for Mary's liver transplant. Any amount that you can give will ensure Mary's survival. Please give Mary the gift of life.

You may send your donations to:

Any UCPB Bank
Account Name: Rowena Pascua ITF Mary Samantha Pascua
Account No: 120-101071-0

You can also send your donation to their home address:

51 Hope St. Theresa Village Project 6 Quezon City Philippines

Or you can contact them at telephone Nos: (632) 924-8671/400-7404 or 0920-8171755/0921-6195313.

Their Provincial Address: 38 Bugallon St San Carlos City Pangasinan at tel No. (075) 532-4905.

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So much has been said about the latest craze in public transport, the Electric Jeepney or E-Jeepney. It was considered as the first public transport system of its kind in Southeast Asia and can now be seen plying Ayala Avenue in Makati City. The E-Jeepney was launched by GRIPP (Green Renewable Independent Power Producer), Greenpeace, Solar Electric Co. (Solarco) and the Makati City Government. The main reason behind its production is to encourage everyone to steer clear from using fossil fuels. Eventually, it was expected that this would help mitigate climate change, by minimizing air pollution and solid waste.

Initially constructed from the leftover American World war 2 troop vehicles, jeepneys has become an iconic symbol of Filipino’s ingenuity and perseverance. They have been providing the cheapest means of commuting from one place to another for several decades now, but are also notorious air polluters.

The E-Jeepneys are offering an alternative means that belches nothing, makes no noise, high headroom, comfortable seating and large windows. It is not even cramped because the driver will regulate the capacity to a comfortable five passengers on either side.

Just like the regular jeepney, E-Jeepneys also charged PhP 7.00 per passenger for the first 5 kms. However, instead of a gas tank, E-Jeepneys have a battery compartment. This is the main reason why they are much more lighter, efficient and economical compared to a regular jeepney.

In an interview with the Philippine Daily Inquirer (22 August 2007), Solarco head Panch Pucket describe the E-Jeepney as, "… very easy to drive. Because it’s lighter, the jeepney drivers who are so used t the heavy diesel engines will feel a little weird at first, but it only takes a short while to get used to it."

However, at this time, there are only limited materials that address the feasibility of operating and driving one E-Jeepney in the country. The following section will be devoted to answering that question using what available data can be gathered from various sources.

Estimated Cost

One E-Jeepney was estimated to cost around PhP 500,000.00 with one year warranty on the engine and a two-year warranty on the battery. There is also an option to install a solar-paneled roof, which could help recharge the battery, but this would cost another hefty PhP 150,000.00.

Aside from the initial investment, funds should be also set aside to ensure timely processing of required documents (i.e. franchise, permits, registration, among others). If the same set of documents will be required from both the E-Jeepneys and the regular jeepneys, then it is safe to assume that an additional PhP 30,000.00 is needed.

Given the warranties offered by the seller, it is expected that maintenance cost would start to accumulate starting the second year of operation onwards. Maintenance of the units as well as provision of spare parts and accessories will fall on Solarco, but it is not hard to imagine that once this business spreads, most of the dealers and vehicle spare parts establishments will offer alternative sources.

Potential Income

Assuming that E-Jeepneys can run for 120 kms after one charge, which is about 3 hours of continuous driving, they will run for 8 hours per day and cost Php 150.00 per charge, then charging cost per day amounts to PhP 450.00. The batteries are charged overnight by a power plant fuelled by biogas generated from the organic waste from the city's markets and households.

Assuming again that each trip (back and forth) would take about 1 hour, a 8-hour operation would generate about PhP 1,280.00 (PhP 8.00 x 10 passengers x 2 batches in one trip in 1 hour x 8 hours). The income can be further increased if the driver will try to fit in all six passengers on each side plus two in the front seat. The problem with this is that it might make it a little uncomfortable for the rest of the passengers who are expecting a more relaxing trip.

Is it worth it?

Using the estimates above, operating and driving an E-Jeepney will give potential investors a monthly income of about PhP 33,280.00. This is assuming that it is running for 26 days in a month. However, it would also cost them PhP 11,700.00 for maintenance, primarily from charging the vehicle’s battery. If the initial investment of about PhP 530,000.00 was made through a loan with a monthly interest rate of 12 percent payable in equal amounts for 3 years, then an additional monthly cost of PhP 16,489.00 will have to be deducted from the monthly take. Subtracting the total cost from the potential income means a monthly revenue of PhP 5,091.00 in the next 3 years and PhP 21,580.00 monthly after that.

Aside from the revenue stream, social benefit will also come in terms of cleaner air, better waste management, a healthier population and most importantly a significant contribution to curbing dangerous climate change. The E-Jeepney represents three good things for this country and the world: a clean environment, a favorable climate and income for the economy.

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By Carina Roncesvalles
Featured SMEs, Franchise Opportunities, 12 February 2007

Baking bread to create an enterprise of Filipino taste at its finest is what Julie’s Bakeshop has in its ovens.

The first Julie’s Bakeshop stood in Mandaue City in January 1981. The woman behind the bakeshop chain, Julie Gandioco decided to put up the store to meet the growing demand for bread in her canteen in a rattan furtiture company.

Success proved to be handy for Julie’s Bakeshop that after only six months, the second store was opened in the province.

Then the pursuit to put the company in stronger footing started. In 1984, RJ Commodities was established as a central warehouse for Julie’s Bakeshop to ensure the steady supply of quality ingredients and bakery supplies for the business. Its main operations were initially put up in Visayas and Mindano.

Further in its successful timeline is the opening of a store in Iloilo, its first store outside Cebu, in 1988.

Julie’s Bakeshop has a vision to “be in every town and be the most sought-after Food Franchising Company maintaining leadership in the neighborhood bakeshop market.” This in a bid to address the growing demand for quality bread.

The increasing product demand in Luzon, particularly in Metro Manila opened the doors to the company’s warehouse in Manggahan, Pasig City in June 2001. Another branch was established in Davao City in 2002. In 2003, RJ Commodities was merged with Julie’s Franchise Corporation (JFC).

Julie’s Bakeshop now has over 500 branches and outlets nationwide and close to 180 franchisees – a testamant that the company indeed has molded breads that will bring entrepreneurial success.

“Julie’s Bakeshop offers freshly baked bread made from the finest ingredients. Julie’s products are produced in a clean environment, in full view of its customers. Its products are not only tasty but very much affordable,” the company said in an email to Magnegosyo.com.

Julie’s Bakeshop noted that they keep loyal clients and attract new patrons by maintaining the high standards of quality in both the products and service.

Julie’s Bakeshop now offers franchise opportunities to budding entrepreneurs who see light and flavor in the bread business network. The company noted that enterprise creation and employment opportunities were their motivation to officially go into franchising.

(Carina Roncesvalles is a Journalism graduate from the University of the Philippines in Diliman. Carina has worked as a Reporter for BusinessWorld. She is now working as a full-time writer for a Makati-based public relations company.)

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How to Build a Career Organizing Tupperware Parties

For over 50 years, people have been organizing Tupperware parties. If you are looking for a flexible business opportunity where you can design your own schedule and earn unlimited income, a career organizing tupperware parties may be for you. You can choose to invest as little or as much time as you want into your Tupperware business.

Steps

1. Contact a Tupperware consultant in your area to find out more information on becoming a consultant. You can locate consultants near you by logging on to Tupperware's website.
   
2. Learn more about selling Tupperware by viewing the online demonstration entitled, "Imagine ... Life on your terms!" The video will explain the flexibility and income potential of becoming a Tupperware consultant and organizing Tupperware parties.
   
3. Decide which avenues you will be selling Tupperware. You can earn money selling Tupperware in 3 ways: home parties, Tupperware access points in local malls and online at your own Tupperware website.
   
4. Purchase a start-up kit if you are going to be selling at home parties. The Tupperware company gives you the option of purchasing a full-size Executive Business Kit, which includes everything you could possibly need to launch your own home-based parties, or their Quick Start Business Kit, which costs a little less but includes enough products, business supplies and support materials to get your started.
   
5. Start selling. Whether you choose to sell at home parties, at malls or online, Tupperware gives their consultants ongoing classes, training and support to help you build your Tupperware business.

How to Sell at a Tupperware Party

In order to sell Tupperware at parties, you must become a Tupperware consultant. A Tupperware consultant is the person who organizes the party in the host's home, puts on a demonstration of Tupperware products and sells Tupperware items through catalogs and order forms. Becoming a Tupperware consultant is not a difficult process. Read on to learn more.

Steps

1. Learn how to become a Tupperware consultant and start selling Tupperware by talking to a Tupperware consultant in your area.
   
2. Go to Tupperware.com and look in the sidebar for the name of the consultant. Click on the name, which is indicated in bold, and go to the personalized website of that consultant.
   
3. Click on "Contact," and fill out the form on the next page. Give your name and email address, and place a check mark next to "I would like information on becoming a Tupperware Consultant."
   
4. Meet with the consultant and talk about a career in selling Tupperware. The consultant will give you information and take you through the step-by-step process of becoming a consultant yourself.
   
5. Purchase a business kit of Tupperware products to use for your demonstrations at Tupperware parties. You can choose a full-size Executive Business which includes everything you need to start selling Tupperware. For a more affordable option, you can select the Quick Start Business Kit. Your Tupperware consultant will tell you how to order your kit.
   
6. Read the training guide and support materials provided in your business kit. Ask the consultant who is helping you in the process any questions you might have. Learn about the Tupperware product line and when you feel comfortable, you can begin demonstrating Tupperware products at parties.
   
7. Start attending Tupperware parties to sell the products. You can begin by hosting a Tupperware party in your own home; however, the goal is to find other people to host parties.
   
8. Demonstrate the Tupperware items in a cheerful, upbeat manner at the parties. Encourage the party guests to ask questions and give them plenty of reasons to buy Tupperware.
   
9. Be prepared with plenty of catalogs and order forms at the Tupperware party. If you do not have your order forms, people will not be able to buy Tupperware from you.

Tips & Warnings

• Attend any training seminars put on in your area by Tupperware managers.
• Set up your own personalized Tupperware website to sell Tupperware online.

How to Host a Tupperware Home Party

Hosting a Tupperware party can be a fun way to spend time with your friends and family, while receiving some exclusive Tupperware products at little or no cost to you. If you would like to host a Tupperware home party, it is very easy. Your Tupperware consultant will help you with all the details of hosting a successful and enjoyable Tupperware party in your home.

Steps

1. Contact a Tupperware consultant in your area. You can locate a consultant near you by logging on to Tupperware's website.
   
2. Click on "Party" in the top navigation bar, then click "hosting a home party" in the side bar. You will be able to read details on how to host a Tupperware party in your own home. You can then choose "Start Your Party" and click "Find a Consultant." The next screen will give you the name of the Tupperware consultant nearest you, along with her contact information.
   
3. Meet with the consultant and discuss hosting a Tupperware party. Once you have decided to host a party in your home, pick a date for your Tupperware party with the consultant. The consultant will also give you tips, ideas and planning guides for a certain theme for your Tupperware party, if you'd like. For example, it can be an appetizer party, where you serve small finger sandwiches and cocktails, or perhaps Mommy & Me Express Party, where your kids (and the kids of those you invite) can be part of the party.
   
4. Choose food and drinks for your Tupperware party. Keep things simple so that you can enjoy yourself. If the party is in the afternoon, you can offer punch and cookies or other snacks. If it's in the evening, you should consider serving cocktails and hot appetizers. Whatever you decide, make it as easy as possible so that you can enjoy your time at the party.
   
5. Invite friends, relatives and co-workers. Invite a large enough number of people that you know there will be sales at the party, but not so many people that the party is overcrowded. You will want people to be able to sit down and view the Tupperware demonstrations and participate in the games and activities.
   
6. Enjoy yourself at the party. Hosting a party shouldn't be a chore. Make sure your guests are comfortable, but also take time to relax and get a good look at all the latest Tupperware products.

How to Host an Online Tupperware Party

Nearly everyone on the planet knows what a Tupperware party is. However, some people shudder at the prospect of attending one, even dreading to open an invitation to a Tupperware party. For these people, the idea of actually playing the role of host for a Tupperware party is remote. However, a modern Tupperware party has a whole new spin. In fact, you can break the mold of your mother's past Tupperware parties and learn how to host an online Tupperware party instead.

Steps

1. Open a new browser window and direct it to the online Tupperware party registration page from the Tupperware website.
   
2. Enter your name and email address and then click the 'Register My Party' button.
   
3. Enter the email addresses of friends and family you would like to invite to your online Tupperware party. If you wish, you may also include a personal message to be sent with your invitations. When finished, click on the 'Invite My Guests' button.
   
4. Check your Host Information Page (which will be created after you register and open your online Tupperware party) to check on the status of your party. From here you will be able to view the number and total sum of orders placed, as well as earned host credits. Note that if your sales surpass $200, then you will qualify for the Online Party Host Gift Level, which is equal to 10 percent of the total sales. You may also qualify for free Tupperware products.
   
5. Send reminder emails to resend your invitations if sales of Tupperware products seem slow. You can do this from the Host Information Page that will be created for you.
   
6. Enjoy using the awards earned from being an online Tupperware party host by applying them to your own purchases.

Tips & Warnings

• When you register to host an online Tupperware party, you will be referred to as an eHost. When you open an online Tupperware party, it will remain active for 14 days from the date of creation.
• As long as your online Tupperware party is active, you can return to your Host Information Page and invite additional people.
• If you include a personal message in your invitations, it would be a good idea to remind your guests to check out the sales and specials currently being offered on the Tupperware website.

How to Choose a Location for a Tupperware Party

If you are hosting a Tupperware party, one of the most obvious locations to have the party is in your own house. However, there are many other locations where you can host a Tupperware party. The environment should be an open space with a lot of seating room, so your guests can relax and clearly see the Tupperware demonstrations.

Steps

1. Have at Tupperware party in your living room. This is the most common place where Tupperware parties are held. Move your living room furniture so that your Tupperware consultant will have a central place to show the Tupperware products. Bring in folding chairs for additional seating.
   
2. Host the party outside on your patio or deck if the weather permits. If your living room is small, this is a good option to provide enough space and seating for all your guests.
   
3. Choose to have a Tupperware at the breakroom or conference room of your office. There will be plenty of seating and you don't have to worry about making the guest list--just invite everyone from your office. Get approval from your boss before planning this type of party.
   
4. Ask your apartment manager if you can host a Tupperware party in the club house of your apartment complex. If your apartment is too small to have a Tupperware party, a club house or other common area is a great location for a Tupperware party. Just remember to clean up after the party, disposing of any trash and wiping down countertops and tables.

How to Buy at a Tupperware Party

Tupperware products can be purchased from a variety of different places, including Tupperware.com, mall kiosks, online parties and, of course, traditional Tupperware home parties. Buying Tupperware at a Tupperware party is very simple.

Steps

1. Go to a home party in your area. Finding a home party is not difficult. You can be invited by a friend, relative or co-worker. If you do not know anyone who is hosting a Tupperware party, you can contact the Tupperware consultant in your area and find out about upcoming open home parties or learn about hosting a Tupperware party of your own.
   
2. Visit Tupperware.com to contact a Tupperware consultant. In the side bar on the left, you will see the name of the consultant nearest you in bold. Click on the name, and you will be taken to the consultant's own Tupperware website. Then you can contact the consultant through the appropriate contact links there.
   
3. Attend a Tupperware party in your area to buy Tupperware. Whether it's the party of a friend or you are hosting the Tupperware party yourself, you will be able to view products and purchase Tupperware at the home party.
   
4. Listen carefully to the Tupperware presentations by the Tupperware consultant during the party. If you see one or more items of interest to you during the demonstrations, note the names of the items.
   
5. Browse the Tupperware catalog provided at the party. To buy Tupperware, each guest is given a Tupperware catalog and order form at the party. Select the items you would like to purchase, and fill out the order form.
   
6. Ask the Tupperware consultant or party host if you have any questions about a particular item or the ordering process. You can also ask which Tupperware products are on sale.
   
7. Turn in the Tupperware order form, along with you payment to the Tupperware consultant or host. After the party, your Tupperware should arrive in approximately two weeks. The party host will give you a timeframe on when you should expect delivery.
   
8. Find out more information about how to sell Tupperware at tupperware.com.

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