Is Scentsy a Good Fit for Millennials?

Is Scentsy a Good Fit for Millennials?

Millennials look for a different way to work, and wonder if a Scentsy business would be a good fit.  The millennial generation carries unique qualities and talents and opportunities.  A lot of those would make a millennial a great fit as a Scentsy Consultant. Often, they get a bad wrap, but there are some definite benefits to the millennial generation as Scentsy Consultants.

Who is a Millennial

First, just to make sure we're all on the same page, what makes someone a millennial? The Pew Research Center reports on data about Millennials and defines them as those born after 1980.  They are the first generation to come of age in the new millennium. Below are some general characteristics of the Millennial generation.

Millennial Generation

According to research from Goldman Sachs, the Millennial generation is the largest in history with a whopping 92 million members! That is even larger than the Baby Boomer generation coming in at 77 million and Generation X which was even lower still at 61 million.

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Technology generation

Millennials are the first generation to grow-up in the era of rapid technological innovation.  They were born during smartphones, internet and the always-on digital world. As such, they are much more digitally connected than previous generations and use technology like texting, vlogging, messaging.  They are particularly more likely to use social media platforms to communicate.Smart Phone image

Debt generation

The Millennial generation is burdened with much more debt than previous generations. Student loan payments take up an increasing percentage of Millennial income after graduation. According to the Federal Reserve, the mean student loan balances of 25 year olds has practically doubled from just over $10,000 in 20013 to just over $20,000 in 2013.

Earning a Living

So now that we are more familiar with some of the characteristics of the Millennial generation, what do we know about what they want out of an occupation? Or really - what do they want, if anything, from the way they earn a living? There are lots of stereotypes about Millennials and lots of research about how to cater careers to Millennials.

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A recent article in the Harvard Business Review stated -

Everyone gets it. Conventional wisdom holds that Millennials are entitled, easily distracted, impatient, self-absorbed, lazy, and unlikely to stay in any job for long. On the positive side, they’re also looking for purpose, feedback, and personal life balance in their work. Companies of all kinds are obsessed with understanding them better.

Actual Few Differences

The article goes on to suggest that more and more evidence is finding that there are few actual differences in Millennials and the rest of us. It continues -

While pithy descriptions of what makes Millennials unique are presented as self-evident and seem to have a ring of truth to them, very few are supported with solid empirical research. On the contrary, a growing body of evidence suggests that employees of all ages are much more alike than different in their attitudes and values at work. To the extent that any gaps do exist, they amount to small differences that have always existed between younger and older workers throughout history and have little to do with the Millennial generation per se.

The article continues to suggest that though there has been much said, studied, discussed and while stereotypes seem to abound, there just doesn't seem to be any real evidence of difference between the generations. It appears, according to this Harvard Business article, that there really is minimal differences in what the Millennial generation and the previous two (Generation X and Baby Boomers) want out of a career. The article states that -

For one, a group of researchers from George Washington University and the Department of Defense analyzed more than 20 published and unpublished studies examining generational differences and concluded that meaningful differences among generations probably do not exist in the workplace. The small differences that do appear are likely attributable to factors such as stage of life more than generational membership.

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Overall Occupation Goals

So what does this all mean? My key takeaway is that Millennials, Generation X, and Baby Boomers are looking for the same type of benefits from an occupation.  This is definitely not what I had supposed! I have done lots of research outlining the differences between Millennials and previous generations. And this article suggests that the differences are not attributable to generation, but rather life stage.

So if you are a Millennial, Generation X, or Baby Boomer, a Scentsy business could be a good fit.  A good fit is if you like the freedom to work where and when you like, enjoy free travel, spending more time with family and friends, and making good money.  If this sounds like you, then consider joining Scentsy and becoming a Scentsy Consultant.

Benefits of a Scentsy Business

Millennials are a good fit for Scentsy, and Scentsy is a good fit for Millennials. Come start a Scentsy business that offers the flexibility and use of technology where you can thrive. 

Owning your own business is key to the flexible schedule, gig-type economy, and using your creativity with technology.  This is where the benefits of a Scentsy business outweigh other jobs. 

Want to know my favorite benefits of being a Scentsy Consultant? Or see if you'd be an awesome Scentsy Consultant? Check out my post called "Could I Be an Awesome Scentsy Consultant?"

Scentsy Vs Other Wickless Candles

How Is Scentsy Different Than Other Candles?

You may have noticed that there are a lot of wickless candles on the market these days.  It has become a very popular product due to the safety and ease of use, and of course the great smells that fill up your home or office.  Scentsy is one of the leading manufacturers of wickless candles and ensures the highest quality standards.  You get a quality piece of home decor you can use to accent your style, and your choice of over 80 scents to make your home smell just how you want it.  Scentsy is the authentic wickless candle company, but does much more than just make candles.scentsy wickless candle

The Scentsy line of wickless candles features a candle warmer that resembles a small, 2 part vase.  Each unique piece of pottery is handcrafted to the highest of quality and detail in ceramic or porcelain.  The bottom of the warmer has a low-watt light bulb that emits the right amount of heat to melt the wax and release the fragrance.  The wax in a Scentsy candle is highly scented cubes that are placed in the top dish of the warmer.  You can place the Warmer on a table top, or you can buy the Plug-in Warmer that can plug directly into a wall outlet like a nightlight.

Scentsy offers around 75 different wickless candle styles and over 80 different 'scents'.  The fragrance that is released is free of soot, smoke, or lead and of course there is no flame.   A flame from an ordinary candle can start a fire, burn a finger, harm a pet, or singe hair.  The wax in a Scentsy candle only warms to just above body temperature (like a parafin dip).

From Rocks to Warmers

This short video shows the process that is involved in how a Scentsy candle warmer is made and how it starts out as a pile of rocks, and ends up as a beautifully hand-crafted Scentsy warmer.  Not only is a Scentsy Warmer a safe way to fragrance your home, it is a decorative piece that can be used as an accent piece of beautiful pottery to enhance any decor or style.

That is a brief description of how the candles work and really what they are but it doesn't get to the heart of what Scentsy Candles really are.  They are an experience meant to be shared and enjoyed with friends.  The Scentsy party is meant to be just that..a party where everyone is having fun and not sitting in a business meeting or in a product training.  Scentsy decided that a direct selling method was the only way they could really make a difference in the lives of people from the simple aspect of having a great smelling home to providing income for those that are in search of something more in life.  And finally, they simply provide a chance for family and friends to get together for a party.

I invite you to try a Scentsy candle for the first time.  Maybe attend a party.  Maybe you will choose to become a Consultant and have your own Scentsy party and share some laughs with your own friends and family members.  However you decide to experience Scentsy, I can't wait to hear about it and know you'll love it as much as I do!

~ Becky

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