It's not often that one can reap the rewards of a home-based business in just three short years but Cora Putz of Saskatoon can relate to the old adage that 'dreams really do come true.' Cora received a Mustang convertible from the Tupperware company's WOW program, April 1, with her family, friends and colleagues in attendance.
Cora's parents, sister and family, aunt and uncle, and baba Ann Bohun of Hafford were in attendance for the momentous occasion. Cora was quick to acknowledge her family for their incredible support.
"I would not have been able to do this without my husband Chris, and my parents Ken and Vi Schnieder's support," commented Cora pausing to regain her composure. Her heartfelt emotion was evident as her voice quivered, she wiped away a tear and took a deep breath. She continued by thanking and acknowledging her team of consultants who worked diligently to assist her in achieving this goal.
The afternoon program began with legacy executive director Lisa Bueckert welcoming the crowd consisting of guests and other Tupperware consultants and directors. She introduced and acknowledged Shelly Bueckert, Lori Bateman, Shirley Fullerton, Sylvia Standbrook and Cora Putz for their personal and team sales achievements.
Special guest DJ T-bone was in attendance to offer his sound equipment expertise. Stephen Maguire, accomplished recording artist who just released his first CD, and who happens to be Cora's brother-in-law, sang his rendition of Mustang Sally by substituting Cora's name. Maguire's performance was successful in receiving audience interaction.
The afternoon was full of product demonstrations, food samples, testimonials and Tupperware giveaways.
Tupperware is synonymous with quality food storage items and this month, the icon celebrates its 64th year of providing customers with those products. Of course, the product line has expanded over the years to include consumable products, cookware, recipe books, knives and microfibre textiles.
Cora began selling Tupperware three years ago after hosting a party to earn free product. Lori Bateman, the consultant, shared the opportunities available with Cora who reluctantly signed up. She soon realized that she was able to spend more time with her husband and young family and earn more income selling Tupperware than her fulltime managerial job.
Cora earned the rank of director in January 2011. She began a 12-month program that enabled her to earn WOW awards at the end of the year. In order to earn these valuable awards Cora and her team of consultants had to maintain monthly team sale goals. There were seven WOW award options for Cora ranging from a 28-foot Dutchman holiday trailer and a Harley Davidson motorcycle to snowmobiles and Jet Skis. Cora chose the Mustang. She also earned a trip for four to Disneyworld, which the family will enjoy in May.
To be able to succeed in a home-based business takes determination, marketing skill, creativity and innovation. Cora's passion for the product exceeds just selling a storage container, it extends to include the opportunity to assist other mothers with organizing their pantries and cupboards. Sharing ideas and making quick nutritious meals to fit into busy family lifestyles is driven by Cora's passion.
Cora offers a weekly free cooking class for moms in the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo playroom. Mothers bring their children and, while the children play, mothers share recipes and sample food made with Tupperware products.
She also hosts a monthly Tupp of the Line team cooking party at her place of residence where her team of consultants share ideas and success stories, practise recipes and learn about products. There are also regular training opportunities for team members where consultants are taught how to be successful in business, expand their product knowledge and learn helpful tips in sales.
A framed picture of Cora will be featured on the wall of fame at Tupperware world headquarters in Orlando, Florida. Cora is only the fourth in Saskatchewan and one of 56 in Canada to achieve this level since the program's inception in 2006.
Cora not only sells the product but is a faithful user to keep her kitchen in order. Her favourite piece of Tupperware is the FridgeSmart container.
"You really do notice a difference after only a few days of having them," commented Cora, explaining that the average adult tosses out an equivalent of $500 worth of fruits and vegetables each year due to spoilage. "Storing your fruits and vegetables in FridgeSmart containers, the produce's storage life is extended twice as long, giving a family with two adults a savings of about $1,000 per year! I know what I am going to do with my $1,000 this year," exclaimed Cora.
Cora Putz is a role model for many women who have the courage to leave their financially stable occupations to pursue a dream. She has a tremendous amount of passion for her new career with Tupperware and an endless amount of drive, of course now with her Mustang, but seriously she is a fine example of how to develop a successful home-based business. She worked her way to the top, party by party, convention by convention, reward by reward and idea by idea. This woman's mind never stops thinking and her face never stops smiling.
The man behind the woman, her husband Chris, said it best when he said that she is so dedicated to whatever she puts her mind to and "we love her."
