This month we talk to the team at Captain Tortue about their direct sales business.

Running a direct sales business from home has become one of the fastest growing business sectors in the UK, especially for women. This new breed of home based entrepreneurs are creating exciting, successful businesses that fit in with their families and offer the perfect work/life balance.

What is Captain Tortue?

Captain Tortue is the leading direct sales fashion company in the UK. In contrast to struggling high street fashion retailers, their sales are increasing season to season, year on year.

How is Captain Tortue  Different?

The difference is in their innovative design and customer service. Captain Tortue consultants engage their customers in a refreshingly different shopping experience. With average sales of about £250 per customer, what are they doing that is so clearly what women want?

It begins with the consultants themselves. They reflect the customers they sell to. From young mums who want to re-discover their style, to fabulous 40-somethings looking for an alternative to corporate life, to glamorous grandmothers, these women are turning their passion for fashion into a career.

Will I receive Training and Support?

When you run a business from home, a good business support system is essential. On going training, career development and, more importantly, motivation make all the difference to how successful you are in direct sales. Captain Tortue put this at the heart of their business. The French Head Office is in Aix, France, and consultants have the opportunity to visit and see every part of production of their products from design to delivery.

Do I have to Work Certain Hours?

Captain Tortue consultants work the hours that suit them.

Do you have an example from one of your consultants?

For Alice, a typical day would be a morning coffee with a customer for a 1-1 style consultation. Alice will take the time to help her customer select pieces that work best for her shape and lifestyle. “Shopping like this can really transform a woman’s image and confidence in herself”, says Alice.

In the afternoon, she will follow up with calls and emails for Captain Tortue shows and 1-1 appointments. She selects outfits that she thinks would work for the person she has met and invites them to come and try the look. “Alice is so professional and great fun to shop with. She always helps me to discover new pieces that really work for me and my lifestyle. I shop with her every season!”, Lesley Lane, Customer.

In the evening, it might be a show at someone else’s home. “I really enjoy presenting our clothes at shows. It brings the collection to life when I can display how pieces work together and how to build a wardrobe for different shapes and sizes”.

How Can I Apply or Find Out More?

Visit our website where you will find more details. Or give us a ring on 01403 754040.

Get in touch today and be a member of our family!