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E Y E O N A R B O N N E
A ST ORY
M AD E OF D R E A MS
Wow, I have “written” my Eye on Arbonne story so many times in my
head over the past year; to actually put pen to paper seems surreal!
I never imagined myself creating a business, especially one selling health
and wellness products and helping others do the same. My background
is in nursing. I took care of cardiology patients for several years, but
once my oldest son, Noah, was born, nursing took a backseat to my
“mom” career. Over the next five years, my husband and I had two more
wonderful boys, Luke and Logan, and my life was completely full — but
I was not completely fulfilled. That is why in the fall of 2006 I started
entertaining the idea of going back into nursing,
It was around this time that Leslie Ponder, an acquaintance from church,
called and asked me to host a Presentation for some friends that had lisa frenzel
just started an Arbonne business. Little did she know that I already used
Independent Consultant, Regional Vice President
and loved Arbonne’s NutriMinC® RE9® anti-aging products. I really liked
Lisa Frenzel Region; Collierville, TN
Leslie and wanted to help her out, so I said yes. It is crazy to think back
now and see how that seemingly small decision made such a huge
impact on my life!
not only cast a vision for me when I was unable to truly see for myself,
NVP Lori Clark came with Leslie to do the Presentation, and I was struck but also for the confidence she showed in me. A few weeks later I
by this amazingly “normal” girl who built such an extraordinary business in ,
attended NTC 2007 and that was when I truly committed myself to
16 months. It was not until Leslie called me a few days later and asked if I building a business. I want to be an ENVP like the amazing women that
wanted to hear more about this business did it occur to me that this would are leaders in Arbonne now. I allowed myself no excuses and decided
satisfy my husband Shawn’s desire for me to do something from home we nothing would stop me, not even my own self doubt or fears! But first I
could use as a tax shelter. I decided to stick my toe in and try it out. had to find a team.
Lori Clark asked me shortly after, “Where will you be in five years if I have heard it said, “The best copycat wins in this business.” So I leaned
you keep doing what you are doing?” I am so thankful for her ability to on Lori and tried to follow the awesome example she set. Personal
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Lisa and Shawn with sons, Noah, 9; Luke, 7 and
Logan, 4. L TO R: Lisa, NVP Lori Clark, DM Sheri Parish, AM Stephanie
Pace and DM Amy Sinks.
L TO R: DM Elizabeth Harville, Lisa and AM Eva Farris.
success strategy:
Have a trusting spirit,
allow humor to play a part,
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
and follow your leader…
growth is essential in order to be a servant leader, so I started reading
recommended books in that area. I followed the Six for Success, Eight
to be Great, Ten to Win plan. I jumped out of my comfort zone; I started
telling people I would have my car earned by December 31st, 2007.
Yes, there were times I lost sight of my goals and allowed other things
NTC 2008 Atlanta. L TO R: RVP Melanie Busky, ERVP Missy Wilson, NVP Lori
to distract me. But I always got back on track. I shared my goals with
Clark, ERVP Mindy Wolf, Lisa, RVP Kristina Weir and RVP Jennifer Miller.
my husband and children, so when the thought of quitting crossed my
mind it was quickly dismissed. Quitting because something gets hard is
never the example I want to set for my children. Dreaming big, setting can do this, anybody can! You have no idea what you did for me by
the bar high and overcoming obstacles to reach goals are the qualities joining me in this adventure. I am so blessed to have you on my team,
I want to instill. and by your friendship.
The testimonials in this story reflect the actual experience of an individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical.
The best things about writing my Arbonne story are hoping I inspire AM Donna Harmon, you are amazing and I continue to learn from
someone to be tenacious and keep going after their dreams, and get- you daily. You have made this journey so much fun! We are family, but
ting to thank those who have played a role in helping me achieve my you are also my friend. I have always felt close to you, and now I feel
own dreams. even closer.
First, thank you to God. I often lean on the belief that I can do all things To District Managers Lisa Vetter, Amy Sinks, Sheri Parish, Kelli Arwood,
through He who strengthens me. Kim Cantwell, Karen Lane, Elizabeth Harville, Janice Fields and Renee
Sharber, every one of you has the ability to be an NVP. I cannot wait
Shawn, I am so thankful for you! I pray that I am able to bless you half until we are all there!
as much as you continue to bless and inspire me. Thank you for the
encouragement and unconditional love you give me daily; I love you. To all of the other business builders on my team: Be persistent, follow
the system, allow your upline to help you and you will be here too one
Noah, Luke and Logan. … what awesome boys you are! Thank you for day — I know it! I am so thankful for you all.
cheering me on, and being the inspiration I needed over the past year.
I love you all and am so proud to be your mom. And to my Clients and Consultants who purchase product at a discount:
thank you so much for your business. Thank you for all of the help and
Lori Clark, you are awesome! You are why I am here and why I know referrals you have given along the way!
NVP is so attainable. Thank you for your true example of servant leader-
ship. I now count you as one of my closest friends. As you say, “I love
doing life with you.”
EDM Leslie Ponder, thank you for your pleasant persistence. I am so glad
you continued to call after I cancelled, twice!
AM Stephanie Pace, thank you for seeing the vision first. Whenever
someone tells me they are too busy, you are the example I use. If a
mom of three boys, ages 4 and under, with a full-time corporate job
Nashville training 2007. L-R: AM Stephanie Pace, Lisa, AM Donna Harmon, Kerry
Blankenship, Consultant Marla Morris, DM Lisa Vetter and NVP Lori Clark.
NTC 2008 Atlanta. BACK: Consultant Pam Harmon, AM Donna Harmon and DM
Kim Cantwell. FRONT: Lisa, NVP Lori Clark and DM Kelli Arwood.
Little Rock team. L-R: AM Stephanie Pace, DM Sheri Parish, DM Amy Sinks, Lisa and
NVP Lori Clark.
E Y E O N A R B O N N E | JUNE 2008
