My Network Marketing journey began in January, 1992. My first company was a basket company and it was nearly $500 to get involved at that time.
I "dabbled" in one home business after another after another and went back and forth between businesses. I lost track of how many I tried.
I want a business that I could run from home, to be with my son, take care of my husband and our home. What I kept finding was that these "home businesses" kept me away from home more than if I was still working in "Corporate America."
I did find a business that I liked and ran with and my business took off. I loved talking with people about the product and the earning opportunity. I brought over 200 people into this business. I loved what I was doing, but once again I was gone a lot and my husband was not happy. So once again I quit the business.
Then I found this great home fragrance company and I thought this should be a piece of cake. I can do this from home and from my computer. I didn't have to go outside the home to sell my product or build a team. But once again I was told it was taking too much of my time. I was also told over and over again and again that only certain people can make the "big bucks" in this type of work, that it takes a certain type of person and that it wasn't me. So once again I quit.
Now, I'm sure you can see a theme here. Start a business then quit.
At the end of 2006 my life as I knew it changed drastically my marriage of 25 years ended. I was filled with so many emotions at that time. I was sad, devastated, scared, I couldn’t believe it was happening to me, I was confused, relieved, I accepted it, I was numb but eerily ok. What really surprised me the most was that I was content with my marriage ending and I really didn’t know why?
It took me over a year to come to grips with why I was content…I felt the weight of the world had been lifted off my shoulders. You see I had lived with years of abuse and with an alcoholic husband. It was emotional, mental, verbal and psychological abuse. I was not even able to have friends.
My now ex-husband made sure that I knew that I was nothing, I had no talent, I couldn’t do anything right. He always criticized everything I ever did, nothing ever suited him, and even if I did what he asked he would still criticize.
I was worthless…I was nothing without him. He kept reminding me that I would be nothing without him…that I would not be able to survive. He had me believing that I would be living on the streets without him.
You see as far as he was concerned I was nothing but a piece of trash…I was worthless or even less than worthless if that is possible.
So, for years I just gave up on myself, believing he was right. Wow, was I ever wrong.
My divorce attorney during our negotiation, while we were trying to work out the divorce details with my now ex-husband in the room made the comment that the reason we were asking for a bit of alimony was to help train me because I had no skills and I would never make as much money in my life as he did. Can you believe that!
For almost 20 years I was a wife, a mother and I homeschooled our son and I had not worked outside our home during that time. I now found myself needing to get a full time job somewhere, which I did. But I knew that my job would not give me the security that I needed because at this time I lost all security. I had no retirement, all of my financial security as gone.
My job that I have now barely gives me enough to make ends meet and I wanted something better for myself and I knew the only way to have and get the time freedom and the financial security that I deserved would be with Network Marketing…starting a home based business.
I decided that now is the time to take back control of my life! I have not felt so alive, so good or so happy in years!
I have to admit it was a long road and a very tough time in reprogramming my mindset from all the negativity and abuse that I have lived with for years to the positive mindset that I have today.
I am now committed to my success and personal growth, I am educating myself. I listen to CD's, conference calls and read a lot of books, and attend seminars when I can. My commitment is paying off. I'm grateful every day. I'm still reading, listening and learning.
I decided that before I jumped back into any home business (been there done that and got the T-shirt) I decided that I was going to take my time and look at some of the businesses that I "dabbled" in over the years.
I wanted something in a business that was fast growing, not a passing fad, not a get rich quick scheme, something that would provide me with an ongoing residual income for years and years.
I also wanted more than one way to make money. I wanted choices; I wanted multiple streams of income.
I also didn't want to have to spend hundreds of dollars every two weeks or monthly just to make money on my team members.
I wanted something I could do on the internet, because let's face it the internet is here to stay and it's the best way to build a business; the fastest way to get your name out there.
I wanted something that appealed to me, a product I would use, a product that I like (ok loved), and a product I would be excited about to share with everyone. It also needed to be able to appeal to the masses.
I wanted teamwork, to associate with like-minded people and I wanted to decide what I was worth in terms of a paycheck.
It's never been easier or more affordable to start a business of your own. The internet has opened more doors than we imagined possible. Not to make it sound too easy, because it isn't, contrary to what some people want you to think.
What if you are walking by that company?
Keep your mind open and remember that success almost never unfolds the exact way you expect it to.
Don't worry about planning everything out in advance; just be open to the possibilities.
Was I Ever Amazed At The Compensation Plan
I didn't think that a skin care company would be the company for me, but I was at least open to evaluating it.
When I was first introduced to the concept of a Skin Care Business , I have to admit that I was skeptical. I was not looking for a skin care business at all even though I loved and use skin care products. I am an MLM recruiter, trainer and coach and to be honest home parties and a strong retail background was really not my cup of tea.
My passion is teaching others and empowering others on how to be successful in MLM.
Also, I was afraid that my target market would be limited to only women.
Well I was wrong? So I started with this great home skin care company.
Whether you are male or female, young or old, how many people do you know who use skin care products or makeup? Quite a few right?
I encourage you to spend some time and do your own research on this industry, my team, and my level within the company. My credentials speak for themselves.
I encourage you to spend some time and do your own research on this industry, my team, and my level within the company. My credentials speak for themselves.
I invite you to learn more about a business that will not cost you a fortune; fill your cabinets with "stuff" you don't need or want or cause you to lose your family and friends.
We talked about the 4 Business Principles - Huge Market; Unique, Consumable Product; Timing (Trends) and Time Leverage.
This company fits all of those -
This company fits all of those -
- Superior, botanically-based skin care products. ~ Nothing will come between women and their skin care products or makeup! It is consumable!
- Never tested on animals, no animal products or by-products. This is Vegan friendly products.
- Timing and Trends - with a lot of focus on healthy homes, air and the environment, what better option than a "green", environmentally friendly skin care company!
- Time Leverage - With the Network Marketing business model, you'll leverage your time and income by building a team of others, and working with them.
Do you see this as something you could do? Do you see this as something you would do to be successful and enjoy more from life and your work?
Could you find a few loyal customers to use your products?
Could you also introduce the product and business model to others and work with those who have an interest, creating a passive, residual income?
If the answer is yes, then this business might be a fit for you. Let's get you more information!
How might I add value to your life today?
Discover Success!
Barb Sibbing
How might I add value to your life today?
Discover Success!
Barb Sibbing
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