The First Fruits of My Journey with Arbonne!

Proverbs 3:9-10 Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.

This verse came to mind yesterday when I received my first paycheck from Arbonne!  Although it is small compared to my normal job's income it still shows that for not a whole lot of work I have been compensated.  I have joy because I know that this can be done!

Another reason I have joy is I know that I will be able to give back!  Along this journey we intend to pay debt off, increase tithing and assist our children with their college education.  Yes those are pretty hefty goals.  However, I had to define my WHY when I chose to do this venture...My WHY's were big and with big WHY's have to come BIG Actions!  That brings me to another point that our pastor spoke about on Sunday.  Proverbs 75 was the topic of discussion and for those of you who know the bible you may know that this is where the phrase "don't toot your horn" comes from.  In summary, Proverbs 75 is discussing the need to be patient for the Lord, allow Lord to move - don't believe that your better than what the situation is displaying.  As Pastor Craig asked, are you a member of the AAA club?  How you handle situations and those situations of out of your control includes, having a good ATTITUDE, choosing appropriate ACTIONS, and allowing ACCEPTANCE of what God has provided.

I can take this journey I am on with a very HAPPY ATTITUDE right now because I feel so positive - I must be real though, I am sure there will be times where a bad attitude may come into play...I will pray.  My ACTIONS are necessary to excel...what I chose for my actions will do more to define the outcome.  I must treat this venture as a business and remain positive in the darkest of times!  Finally, ACCEPTANCE of where I am and the work that must come!

So let me update you on a few things that has happened since my last entry.  I have signed up Zoey and Haley - they're the beginning of my team!  Although I have just started I feel that God has placed these two young beautiful women in my life for my growth and theirs!  They're smart, beautiful and on fire for this business! Below is a picture of Haley and her before and after pic of using Arbonne make-up!  She is beautiful!

I have successfully done a full presentation on my own - with multiple areas I need to work on improving.  The biggest one is the closing!  If you don't have a good closing all the work you have done up to that point - is well a waste of time!  One of the items I am working on is creating beautiful gift boxes that I will use for a game at the end of my presentation.  It's called....DEAL or NO DEAL!  Check out my boxes!

I LOVE making these and in the process of putting together some promotional Christmas items that I will offer free hand-made gift boxing for!  How fun is that? Great shopping and the wrapping completed!

If anyone is interested in knowing how to make these cute boxes I will be happy to share!

So you may be wondering - what does my family think?  They are all very supportive and even willing to help me out!  A matter of fact my husband tried out my favorite product, the "instant lift gel" and was completely impressed!  Chad also uses the RE9 mens line and my 14 year old daughter uses the "Clear Advantage Set".  Chad has used the RE9 line for almost 4 years and loves the results.  I am working on creating  before and after pics of me using the RE9 line for 30 days...those will be coming soon!

As I continue on this venture, I will keep posting and I hope that you will continue to read! God Bless!

1 Month and Feeling Positive; A Journey of Arbonne!

We are all on a JOURNEY! Journey of Life!  How we each choose everyday defines where our Journey will take us.  Where is yours taking you?

As I can imagine we all have had some road blocks, small and large obstacles, smooth terrain and bumpy roads.  No matter who YOU are we are all in the same boat...Living Life!

I started Arbonne one month ago and I am more excited today than I was 30 days ago!  Some may find this hard to believe because it usually goes the other way.  For example, someone introduces you to someone or something and it seems cool, exciting and it is the center of your attention for a span of time. As I have read and researched Arbonne I have come to realize 2 important factors that contribute to FAILURE.

1. Not embracing this venture or journey as a BUSINESS.
2. Not believing or using the products.  For me that was number one for me, I had to believe in what I was going to share with others!

Now am I seasoned, well-tuned Arbonne Consultant? No.  But I understand business and what it takes to be successful! Arbonne has an amazing network of people who come alongside of you while you learn, understand and grow with your business.  This is one component that Arbonne does well  compared to other businesses/multi-level marketing companies.  As a newbie it is so important to see and understand how others around you take their business seriously. Whether just beginning or a 10 year veteran it is relative to be actively working and assisting those who come aboard after you.  Others around you see your success and  will desire the same, dreaming about it though, gets no one anywhere - YOU MUST TAKE ACTION!   Being surrounded by those who want to be successful will foster a strong sense of belief in your own capabilities!  Continuous  motivation and encouragement is a must!

That brings me to TEAM.  How to build a team when your still learning yourself.  With Arbonne and many other multi-level companies they stress the importance of building your team.  At first I thought "how am I going to do that when I don't have a clue of what I am doing?!" Well, I believe building a team while each other is learning may be the most beneficial because brainstorming and new ideas can roll off each other and assist in building both of your teams, well you can see what happens then, it just starts flowing!  Thus far, I have two young, bright and ambitious young ladies signed on along with 3 preferred customers, not bad for a month!  I want to do better next month, I want to share this experience with others and let them see that YES this is possible! Why not hop aboard while I am experiencing this journey also!

So as with any business there are procedures, regulations, timelines, etc. Arbonne has simple procedures that will lead you to success, a website full of training videos and information to fill your time with and a vast amount of people ready and willing to help.  I view this business sort of like a franchise, the manufacturer is there, how I promote and share the product is entirely up to me!  This is my business - and I intend to be successful!

Yes there are naysayers...blah.  I was one.  I am still one at times, however, not with Arbonne.  I sum it up like this, there are lots of people that hate McDonalds, don't eat their food, despise the company, write terrible reviews and even do documentaries on how horrific the food is...but there are still individuals that buy land, invest in the company, construct a building, staff it and run a very successful business...why? Because they can even through all the negativity, they are still successful!

My calendar is almost full for the month and working into October.  As time progresses I will document my journey...I was at a meeting last night and the young woman said that I too could be driving the company car, a white mercedes in a year...I don't necessarily need a car to show my success although it would be nice, I want to see results, I want to see other peoples lives transformed, I want to have a company and team that is successful.  I know that through hard work, determination, and prayer all things are possible!

If your reading this and are interested in what Arbonne is all about...check out my website http://letmeshowyouthebenefits.myarbonne.com/ it is still underconstruction...but soon, very soon it will be completed...my deadline(just like any business deadlines are needed to excel)
is Friday September 12, 2014!

And of course like any other business who better to explain the benefits than the user, me :)  Below is a picture of before and after using the "it's a long story" mascara by Arbonne...I am NEVER using any other mascara!  It goes on without clumps and smooth...not to mention the LENGTH! LOVE <3