Hi there! Just read this poem in a book that I am reading. The book is titled: "Being the best you can be in MLM" by John Kalench. The poem is pretty good. I think it applies to anyone regardless of whether or not they are in network marketing. Enjoy, and let me know what you think.
When you get what you want in your struggle for self,
And the world makes you king for a day,
Then go to the mirror and look at yourself,
And see what that guy has to say.
For it isn’t your mother, your father, or wife
Whose judgment on you you must pass.
The fellow whose verdict counts most in your life,
Is the guy staring back from the glass.
Hes’ the fellow to please, never mind all the rest,
For he’s with you clear to the end
And you’ve passed your most dangerous and difficult test,
If the guy in the glass is your friend.
You may be like Jack Horner and chisel a plum,
And think you’re a wonderful guy,
But the guy in the glass says you are a bum,
If you can’t look him straight in the eye.
You may fool the whole world down the pathway of years
And get pats on the back as you pass,
But the final reward will be heartache and tears
If you’ve cheated the guy in the glass.
Anonymous
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
What exactly is Network Marketing?
Let me know if this has ever happened to you?
"Hi Jody!... Let me tell you about this awesome company I'm in... This job is soooo easy a caveman can do it.... You'd be perfect - you HAVE to join.... and blah blah blah.
Or what about this one: "Hi Susie. Come on over for dinner and let's catch up..." But when you get there she's giving a presentation for this super fabulous new company that you just have to join.
Or, my personal favorite *insert scowl* "You'd be perfect for this... join my team, I'll be there with you..." So you join, expecting to have fun and make money with support when needed, and then silence. Nothing. No training, help or answers.
Unfortunately, these scenarios and many more yucky ones are what many people think of when they think of multi-level marketing (also known as network marketing, direct selling and a few other names). I know I did, which is why if you'd asked me a year ago if would I ever do something like this again, I'd have said you were bananas!
But since then, I've learned that network marketing really is a simple concept, that we're already doing in our everyday lives. Think about it; when you absolutely love a new product, place or person even, you're most likely going to tell at least 20 to 30 people about it (whether you realize it or not). Especially us women, we love to find and share things that work for us. Ladies, think about the last shampoo you tried and were completely blown away by the results. Now write down how many people you told, and how many of those people went out and at least tried it... Seriously. Take a moment and write it down. That is network marketing. It's word-of-mouth sharing of either products or business opportunities (or both).
According to the Direct Selling Association, "Direct selling is the sale of a consumer product or service, person-to-person, away from a fixed retail location, marketed through independent sales representatives who are sometimes also referred to as consultants, distributors or other titles." When you choose to join a direct selling company you get the products you want, when you want them - usually at discounted prices (especially when compared to retail) - and they're shipped directly to your door. You save because you don't have to pay the company's additional costs of advertising, shipping, store costs, retail salespersons and more. THEN, should you decide to start your own business with this company (that you already love), you get to take part in the earnings!
It's a win/win situation in my book. You get the products you need shipped directly to you from the manufacturer at a discount - so it's the best bang for your buck. (Don't you just love that?) And you have the opportunity to get paid to share them with your friends! (Which you were going to do anyway, weren't you?) How many major retailers are paying you for sharing their products with others???
Yes, network marketing is a simple concept. You sign up, with the upfront cost that works best for you. You show and sell products. Then you help others do the same thing. It's that simple. It is easy because you're doing the same thing over and over. The hardest part is sticking with it until you reach your goals. And in my opinion, you must have goals that are important to you in order to succeed in this type of business. Without them, it seems harder than it should be because you don't have the motivation to keep going.
The question now is: How do you choose a company that's right for you? I'll help you with that in another post.
Talk to you soon!
~Alyssa
"Hi Jody!... Let me tell you about this awesome company I'm in... This job is soooo easy a caveman can do it.... You'd be perfect - you HAVE to join.... and blah blah blah.
Or what about this one: "Hi Susie. Come on over for dinner and let's catch up..." But when you get there she's giving a presentation for this super fabulous new company that you just have to join.
Or, my personal favorite *insert scowl* "You'd be perfect for this... join my team, I'll be there with you..." So you join, expecting to have fun and make money with support when needed, and then silence. Nothing. No training, help or answers.
Unfortunately, these scenarios and many more yucky ones are what many people think of when they think of multi-level marketing (also known as network marketing, direct selling and a few other names). I know I did, which is why if you'd asked me a year ago if would I ever do something like this again, I'd have said you were bananas!
But since then, I've learned that network marketing really is a simple concept, that we're already doing in our everyday lives. Think about it; when you absolutely love a new product, place or person even, you're most likely going to tell at least 20 to 30 people about it (whether you realize it or not). Especially us women, we love to find and share things that work for us. Ladies, think about the last shampoo you tried and were completely blown away by the results. Now write down how many people you told, and how many of those people went out and at least tried it... Seriously. Take a moment and write it down. That is network marketing. It's word-of-mouth sharing of either products or business opportunities (or both).
According to the Direct Selling Association, "Direct selling is the sale of a consumer product or service, person-to-person, away from a fixed retail location, marketed through independent sales representatives who are sometimes also referred to as consultants, distributors or other titles." When you choose to join a direct selling company you get the products you want, when you want them - usually at discounted prices (especially when compared to retail) - and they're shipped directly to your door. You save because you don't have to pay the company's additional costs of advertising, shipping, store costs, retail salespersons and more. THEN, should you decide to start your own business with this company (that you already love), you get to take part in the earnings!
It's a win/win situation in my book. You get the products you need shipped directly to you from the manufacturer at a discount - so it's the best bang for your buck. (Don't you just love that?) And you have the opportunity to get paid to share them with your friends! (Which you were going to do anyway, weren't you?) How many major retailers are paying you for sharing their products with others???
Yes, network marketing is a simple concept. You sign up, with the upfront cost that works best for you. You show and sell products. Then you help others do the same thing. It's that simple. It is easy because you're doing the same thing over and over. The hardest part is sticking with it until you reach your goals. And in my opinion, you must have goals that are important to you in order to succeed in this type of business. Without them, it seems harder than it should be because you don't have the motivation to keep going.
The question now is: How do you choose a company that's right for you? I'll help you with that in another post.
Talk to you soon!
~Alyssa
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Is Omega-3 Important?
If you're like me, you know that you need to take vitamins and supplements but never understood why. I mean, c'mon, can't I just eat my food to get what I need? Unfortunately, no. It's been said that to get the amount of vitamins and minerals you need from food, a person has to eat at least 5,000+ calories PER DAY!
One supplement that sticks out to me is Omega-3 essential fatty acids. These are the fatty acids we get from fish oils like those found in tuna and salmon. Problem is, I don't want to eat fish twice a week. It's stinky to cook at home (or bring home from the restaurant), can be pricey depending on where you go, and certain fish can be dangerous if not cooked properly. Not to mention the fact that many people have fish allergies or have to limit their intake due to pregnancy (women that is). But this is a very important supplement that helps in so many ways.
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center's website "Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Omega-3 fatty acids are highly concentrated in the brain and appear to be important for cognitive (brain memory and performance) and behavioral function. In fact, infants who do not get enough omega-3 fatty acids from their mothers during pregnancy are at risk for developing vision and nerve problems. Symptoms of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency include fatigue, poor memory, dry skin, heart problems, mood swings or depression, and poor circulation."
Think about it. One supplement that can help in so many ways! Love it and need it! But, I want something simple, like a pill that I don't have to think about. It also has to be safe. I don't like worrying about if there's too much mercury or if someone has a shellfish allergy. Luckily for me, Arbonne has such a supplement. It's their new Omega-3 Plus Dietary Supplement that is VEGAN safe. It's made from plant, grain and fruit fatty acids - so there's no worry about side effects or that fishy taste from fish oils.
One supplement that sticks out to me is Omega-3 essential fatty acids. These are the fatty acids we get from fish oils like those found in tuna and salmon. Problem is, I don't want to eat fish twice a week. It's stinky to cook at home (or bring home from the restaurant), can be pricey depending on where you go, and certain fish can be dangerous if not cooked properly. Not to mention the fact that many people have fish allergies or have to limit their intake due to pregnancy (women that is). But this is a very important supplement that helps in so many ways.
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center's website "Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Omega-3 fatty acids are highly concentrated in the brain and appear to be important for cognitive (brain memory and performance) and behavioral function. In fact, infants who do not get enough omega-3 fatty acids from their mothers during pregnancy are at risk for developing vision and nerve problems. Symptoms of omega-3 fatty acid deficiency include fatigue, poor memory, dry skin, heart problems, mood swings or depression, and poor circulation."
Think about it. One supplement that can help in so many ways! Love it and need it! But, I want something simple, like a pill that I don't have to think about. It also has to be safe. I don't like worrying about if there's too much mercury or if someone has a shellfish allergy. Luckily for me, Arbonne has such a supplement. It's their new Omega-3 Plus Dietary Supplement that is VEGAN safe. It's made from plant, grain and fruit fatty acids - so there's no worry about side effects or that fishy taste from fish oils.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Welcome!
Welcome, and thank you for stopping by! My name is Alyssa and I am an Independent Consultant with Arbonne International. I have a passion for helping people, and Arbonne is the amazing company that helps me do this. I help people build their own home-based businesses through Arbonne, a company that produces botanically based personal care products for everyone, from babies and toddlers to grannies and grandpas.
The goal of this blog is to share with you the benefits of using quality products for your everyday needs, and to show you how network marketing can be the vehicle to reaching your dreams in life.
Feel free to ask me questions or share your comments and suggestions. Also, if you or someone you know, is seeking skin care, cosmetics or health & wellness products, I'd be happy to share with you the Arbonne Difference. If you've never heard of Arbonne, check out their website at www.arbonne.com. I look forward learning from, growing with, and assisting you.
Talk to you soon!
~Alyssa
The goal of this blog is to share with you the benefits of using quality products for your everyday needs, and to show you how network marketing can be the vehicle to reaching your dreams in life.
Feel free to ask me questions or share your comments and suggestions. Also, if you or someone you know, is seeking skin care, cosmetics or health & wellness products, I'd be happy to share with you the Arbonne Difference. If you've never heard of Arbonne, check out their website at www.arbonne.com. I look forward learning from, growing with, and assisting you.
Talk to you soon!
~Alyssa
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