SUCCESS STRATEGY:

“Have courage and confidence.”

I have worked the last 20 years in the hospitality, restaurant and food service industry wearing many hats — hostess, waitress, bartender, manager and even caterer. I worked when they told me to, on nights, weekends and holidays. I did not have any job security, retirement plan or health benefits. So when I cut off the tip of my finger on my right hand closing someone else’s restaurant late one night, I realized it was time to take control of my life.

My Arbonne journey began in 2002, thanks to my incredible mother. We knew from her long corporate career and my line of work that we did not control our lives and prosperity — other people did. We were so impressed after attending an overview of this product-driven company and cutting-edge information and technology, that we registered immediately and began living a pure, safe, beneficial lifestyle. Even though I wanted to spread the good word about Prolief Natural Balancing Cream, the timing was not right and I allowed my job to be my excuse for not getting started.

In mid-2005 my friend, Glorianna Peale, called to advise me of a “new approach” to doing the business — the "Arbonne = REsults™" Presentation. I listened intently over lunch and gladly carried out the gold sample bag she gave me to try. I ran to the car to insert the CD I promised I would play going home. When I heard its contents, I knew right then and there that the universe was giving me the courage and confidence to take control of my precious life. I then decided to share the gift of Arbonne with others and help them achieve success and happiness, too.

Things went slowly at first, since I was in physical therapy for two months learning how to primarily use my left hand. Then, the hurricane season of 2005 hit us hard and my telephone and computer were inoperable. I attended every training and meeting I could get to and dragged along as many friends as I could. I studied the network marketing industry and read the motivational books recommended by my upline. My indelible role models guided and trained me to follow the system — work on myself and lead by example.

I attended NTC 2006 St. Louis with a special team member, Lauren Arthur. We got so pumped up that when we got home after the conference, we took on President Rita Davenport’s challenge, and worked hard on our numbers so I could attend my next NTC as a Regional Vice President. My award-winning team blessed me with this accomplishment 10 months later.

I have been blessed to be in one of our company’s greatest Nations — that of my sponsor and friend, Susan Hutton. My thanks to her, my crossline and Arbonne family is so huge that I cannot possibly thank each one of you for all of your love, guidance and support.

Dream big and become a dream weaver. Press on toward abundance. Invest in the journey. Follow the leaders and do not ever give up! Help people achieve freedom and show them how to be winners in life. Remember that motivation comes mainly from people, but inspiration comes from God, the dream giver!

To my husband, Don: Thank you for being my soul mate, life partner and biggest cheerleader. I love you for believing in me and making me want to live life to the fullest. You are one of life’s treasures here on earth and I love you so very much.

To my mother: Thank you for introducing this awesome company to me and teaching me that anything worth having is worth hard work. To my stepfather: Thank you for telling me to always be a leader and not a follower.

To my dad: Thanks for being so involved in our community. You are a great role model.

To my stepmom: Thanks for your happy smile and warm heart.

To ENVP Susan Hutton: Thank you is just not enough. The dictionary needs another word for gratitude. You will always be in my heart and prayers.

To my award-winning team: This never would have been possible without all of your hard work, commitment, belief and enthusiasm. I thank each and every one of you.

Thank you to my Area Managers and AMs-in-qualification, Karen Arthur, Doreen Zic-Hock and Carolyn Smith.

Thank you to my District Managers and DMs-in-qualification, Ellie Smela, Patti Colombo, Kathy DiSalvatore, Eileen Renee, Michelle Santome, Michelle Trotta, Joy Moates-Homan, Lauren Arthur and Tess Martin.

To my loving sisters, Heidi, Holli and adopted sister, Shawn: Your support means everything.

To the entire Arbonne Executive Team, especially President Rita Davenport, Chairman & CEO Bob Henry and Sr. VP Product Development & Field Events, Candace Keefe: Thank you for the awesome work you do daily. This is an incredible experience in life.

Thank you so much. Arbonne rocks!