| Comment Number: | 522418-02788 |
| Received: | 6/16/2006 1:49:10 PM |
| Organization: | Partylite Gifts |
| Commenter: | Ferretti |
| State: | FL |
| Subject: | Business Opportunity Rule |
| Title: | Notice of Proposed Rulemaking |
| CFR Citation: | 16 CFR Part 437 |
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Comments:
Dear Federal Trade Commission Member: I am writing to ask that you reconsider some of the requirements you are proposing to regulate the direct sales industry. I am a PartyLite Consultant who is proud to be involved in this business for over 4 years. I began my PartyLite business because I lost my job right before 9/11 and attempting to find work post 9/11 was impossible. I needed to make money - and fast ! The income I earn has allowed me to stay afloat financially and now that I'm employed full time once again, it's a fun way to make some extra money. The proposals you are suggesting would make my business much more difficult and possibly impact my income. Specifically, in terms of the references requirement, I would never feel comfortable providing the personal contact information of other people in PartyLite, nor would I want my own personal information given out freely. Everyone starts the business for different reasons and they stop working the business for equally different reasons. None of which reflect on the fantastic opportunity this business offers. I feel good about sharing PartyLite’s very real business opportunity with others, and want to continue to easily introduce PartyLite to more people who could benefit as I have. The regulations you are proposing would hinder me from doing so – and would hinder others in starting their business in the timeframe they choose. Please know that I’m thankful that we have the FTC working to protect average consumers like me, but in this case, you will be working against me, impacting my income, my future and my family’s future. Please reconsider the regulations you are proposing. Respectfully yours,