“Be persistent, consistent and patient! Time and effort will bring you success.”
I was introduced to Arbonne on October 20th, 2005 which just so happened to be my 39th birthday. I was preparing to go out with my girlfriends when another friend, my future sponsor, ERVP Lydia King came by to drop off some products that she said I really needed to try. She left the car running and did not have time to stay and chat. As soon as she left, I anxiously opened the gold bag- At first, when I saw all of the anti-aging products, I wondered just what, exactly, she was trying to say — and on my birthday no less! No wonder she ran so quickly.
No really, she did not have to say it — I knew that it was high time that I start taking care of my skin after all of the damage I had caused it in my sun worshipping days. But when I opened the bag, I immediately thought. “There is no way that I have time for all of these products.” At the time, I was lucky to wash my face with a bar of soap in the shower. However, I wanted to support Lydia and tried the products exclusively for a couple of days. I fell in love with the products and could feel immediate results in the texture of my skin. I signed on as a Consultant to receive the 35 percent discount and used my birthday money to buy the full NutriMinC® RE9® anti-aging kit. What I did not realize at the time was that I had been given the most incredible birthday gift ever — one that has continued to give over and over again.
First there was the gift of finding products that produced results. The next gift to come was the Arbonne opportunity. In the beginning, I was not at all interested in the business. Frankly I could not picture myself “peddling lipstick.” I was terrified about what others would think. And that brings us to gift three: Learning to make choices for myself and not for others.
I knew my husband would be skeptical — I had to figure out a way to paint a vision for him the way my upline, NVP Whitney Koval, had painted a vision for me. This was easier said than done.
I began to look at Arbonne as a viable option for extra income. Initially, I set my sights on two or three hundred dollars per month to use for spending money. I figured out very quickly that I had set my sights way too low. I began making over five hundred dollars in no time at all. I thought — why stop there? Yes, a little extra spending money is nice, but I could really begin to help out my husband if I kept on moving. My goals and visions became larger and much more meaningful. We have a 7-year-old daughter who really misses having her daddy around. With a substantial side stream income and no car payment, it just might be possible to get him home on the weekends and at reasonable hours during the week. I could begin to build our savings, plan for retirement and put money aside for college tuition. These goals and visions have now become a reality.
Soon after turning 40, I became an RVP. I am now able to contribute a sizeable amount of income to our family budget — gift four — and I have a beautiful white Mercedes-Benz — gift five — that is paid for by Arbonne’s Mercedes-Benz Cash Bonus Program. My husband now has his business listed with a broker, so that he can sell and move into a more gratifying and enjoyable job position. Not only that, but my plan B is quickly becoming my plan A — gift six. As an added bonus, I really love working my Arbonne business — gift seven. The products are fabulous, but the support system is incredible as well. I get to spend my time with successful, inspiring women who want nothing more than to help me achieve my goals and dreams — gift eight. Now, I too, have the privilege of teaching and training others to take advantage of a life-changing opportunity — gift nine. Through this experience I have managed to get my family back on track financially, and I have grown so much personally — gift ten. And now, I am helping others do the same.
I encourage each of you to accept this gift with open arms and an open mind, even if it’s not your birthday! You will be thankful — I assure you. Arbonne is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Jump in with both feet and see for yourself.
I would like to thank my friend and sponsor, ERVP Lydia King, for giving me the ultimate gift and my incredible upline, ENVP Whitney Koval, for your support, guidance, encouragement and training.
To my dear friend and first business builder, AM Lori Cowart — thank you for trusting me and for jumping into this business with me. It has been wonderful to be able to share this experience with you. We have certainly had some memorable times along the way. You were the one who got me headed in the right direction with Arbonne.
To one of my oldest and dearest friends, EAM Amy Baker, you are an Ace! I am so thankful that our friendship was rekindled — seems like we never missed a beat. I am so lucky that you joined my team. You brought an amazing group of women with you. Thanks to all of your Rock Hill Girls (and the Virginia and Columbia girls too!). I see many VPs coming along in your downline.
To President Rita Davenport, you are an amazing leader. When growing my business, I often stopped and asked myself, “What would Rita Say?” To Chairman & CEO Robert M. Henry, I am so proud to be a part of this amazing company because of your outstanding leadership. To Arbonne Support, our job in the field would be impossible without your help — thank you.
To my Why — my husband and best friend - thank you for coming around. You have no idea how much you have helped in making this dream and vision a reality. And to Sara Ellis — my other Why — you are so cherished and dear. You have been my number one cheerleader.
Thanks also to my family, friends, Consultants and Clients who have supported me in this venture. Without you, I would not be writing this Success Story.
And finally, to God — thank You for stepping in and making Your presence known throughout this amazing journey.
The testimonials on this Web site reflect the actual experience of each individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical. The testimonials are not based upon any clinical study.
