Summer is the perfect time to go Barefoot!

I apologize that I haven't been keeping up with this blog as much as I would like.  I don't have a good excuse, just the fact that life has sort of gotten in my way of focusing on Barefoot Books as much as I'd like. 

I would encourage everyone on my team to also become a member of Dena's Team Barefoot page on Facebook.  Dena is who I roll up under and is full of knowledge and information about these wonderful books and products.  As far as I'm concerned the more we share with one another, the more successful we will all be.  Oh, and be sure to congratulate Dena on the birth of her new son!

Just a couple of June tips...Barefoot Books and the activity cards make wonderful "Happy Summer" gifts as well as end of the school year teacher gifts.  Teachers love these books and inspire creative little minds - Riley's teacher is getting a deck of the Kids' Garden Cards, great for Summer and beyond!

As always, please do not hesitate to ask me any questions and offer suggestions! 

Happy Summer everyone!

Last days...

As most of you know, Barefoot Books' Cambridge Store is closing shop at the end of April and moving to their new location in Concord, NH.  Inventory there is up to 50% off (or more by now).  If you are in the area, it might be a great time to take one last look at this fabulous store that's been open since 2001.  Read more about it here.

Kids' Garden!

We were pretty thrilled today when our very first copy of the Kids' Garden cards finally arrived.  Riley sat right down to "dig in" and they certainly did not disappoint!  They are broken into five different categories:

1. Exploring the Garden
2. Planting and Growing
3. Fun with PLants
4. Discovering Creatures
5. Creative Garden Art

Riley (age 5) really liked the deck but had a few favorites including - Corn Husk Dolls (a card all about how to make your very own). Planting a Pizza Bed and of course, Creating Flower Crowns.

It also includes a little pamphlet all about garden tools and saftey when using them!

I am honestly giving this new deck to every little one (and bigger ones) that I know for Spring and Summer birthdays.  What a fabulous gift!  I would encourage you to take a deeper look at this particular deck which, like all the Barefoot decks is full of wonderful, educational and thought provoking activities for your customers. 

 Really, who wouldn't want to plant a rainbow?  

Sorry for the lack of posts recently.  Two little ones makes life very busy these days.  I'm still learning to balance home, family and a business.  If anybody has suggestions of topics they'd like discussed or addressed, please email me at jlanenh@comcast.net or comment here and I'd be happy to address any requests!

Books with cds shipping update

From today's ambassador weekly update, keep in mind this important piece of information regarding your orders!  Definetely something to consider!

North America shipping

We want to inform Ambassadors in North America that the United States Postal Service no longer allows books with CD's to ship as bound printed matter. As a result, if you place an order on the Barefoot Books website that contains a book w/ CD you will no longer see the USPS $4.99 shipping option. These orders have to be shipped via UPS which is based on order weight and delivery zip/postal code

Discount Codes Extended until the end of 2010 and New Video!

Just read a post on Barefoot today that confirmed the discount codes we currently use will be extended until the end of the year.  Read more information about it here.

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Also, as many of you have seen, the Animal Boogie Video is up and ready to be seen!  Take a look here. 

Have a Happy St Patrick's Day!

Reminder of this week's meetings!

Just wanted to remind everybody about the meetings this week - you know the drill....

Tuesday, March 16th at 1pm EST: Newcomer Conference

Also the open e-chat in the evening at 9pm EST

Wednesday, March 17th at 1pm EST and again at 9pm EST

Topic: Looking for that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow? We'll be discussing new ways to maximize your profits and how to take full advantage of the compensation plan. This looks like a great one to attend if you can!

Thursday, March 18th at 1pm EST and again at 9pn EST: Technology conference

Participant Passcode: 199753 

Toll-Free Phone Numbers:

NORTH AMERICA:  1 888 619 1583

Also, keep in mind that you can mute your line if you have distractions or little ones in the background by hitting *6 (I often mute my line when I attend and just unmute the line to participate, it works well!)

There is no Wednesday meeting next week (3-24), which is the date of the leader's call however, the community update will be on Wednesday, March 31st which is a great source of information.  

To get all the information, click here. 

Have a great day!

Exciting new reports and changes to old ones!

Be sure to check out the enhanced reporting features that are now available at Barefoot! These reporting updates will make it easier to run our businesses and manage our team.  Check your inbox for the Ambassador Reporting update which outlines which new reports are available and what changes were made to the old ones!