PLANNING FOR
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THE FUTURE
At 26 years of age, I worked as a speech-language pathologist in a variety
of settings, when I was asked by NVP Jamie Kanner what my immediate and
future goals entailed. I was providing speech therapy to her daughter, Teddy,
when she gave me some Arbonne products as a gift. The packaging was
beautiful; however, like many men and women, I kept most of my skin care
products under my sink, so that is exactly where I placed them.
It was not until June 2004 when I had a skin irritation, causing my body and
face to become extremely dry, that I opened that gift. After two days of using
the products, I was amazed. I asked Teddy to bring me a Product
Catalogue. Instead, she brought me a business folder that immediately
sparked my interest.
The next day, Jamie and I met for coffee. I was shocked to learn that through anna ackerman
Arbonne she had received the white Mercedes-Benz I frequently saw her driv- Independent Consultant, Regional Vice President
ing around by participating in the Mercedes-Benz Cash Bonus Program. She
Anna Ackerman Region; Vernon Hills, IL
began asking me about my goals and as busy and confident as I was, work-
ing in a school, doing private therapy and working at an Autism clinic, as I
answered the questions, something began to unfold. I realized I needed to
slow down and remember my true desire — to be home with my future fam-
ily. I thanked Jamie for her time and left with the information she had given I decided to get to work right away. With the incredible resources and
me. My interest was sparked once again. trainings Arbonne has to offer, I immediately tapped into the SuccessPlan.
The fundamentals of this business are quite simple — prospecting, pres-
Less than a month later, I got married and upon returning from my honey- entation and duplication. Just as I was trained in the field of speech
moon, Jamie called and invited me to ENVP Donna Johnson’s getaway week- pathology, I did not become skilled until I practiced multiple times. There
end in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I was having second thoughts, when my hus- is no success in any industry until you have had the opportunity to prac-
band turned to me and said, “What if you don’t go?” tice a skill.
After meeting such a dynamic group of men and women and hearing a lead- In Arbonne, it is important to do as ENVP Cecilia Stoll says, “Jump in with
ing motivational author speak, I instantly knew this would be my opportunity both feet!” Do not wait until you have memorized the SuccessPlan,
to be home with my future family and help others do the same.
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Anna and Adam.
Anna’s wedding, July 2004. Anna with husband, Adam, and her Mercedes-Benz.
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
success strategy:
“ The saying ‘opportunity knocks’
seems cliché; however, take a
moment to look into the literal
meaning and open the door.
”
learned the ingredients in every product, or printed every piece of infor-
mation from your upline’s Web site. Get to work by tapping into the
trainings and follow the systems Arbonne has created for you. My busi-
ness grew when I began telling men and women who wanted to join
our team that the monthly trainings, conference calls and national meet-
ings were a must. We began launching new Consultants by working
as a team and tapping into the systems. Michael Clouse, DM Linda Ackerman, AM Cathy Kaufmann and family.
The growth of my business allowed me to quit my full-time jobs in nine
months and have flexibility to be home. The Arbonne difference is pro- To DM Ellen Grossman: You are like a sister to Jessica and me. Thank you
found — what happens to you professionally and personally as your for your loyal friendship. Your success in Arbonne in such a short period
business grows cannot always be explained. The coaching, teamwork, of time is inspiring.
The testimonials in this story reflect the actual experience of an individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical.
professionalism, friendships, integrity, philosophy and the beauty in the
people are unparalleled. To all the DMs and Consultants: I could not have promoted without all of
you. Thank you for continuing to share the Arbonne opportunity.
My parents have always instilled morals and a strong work ethic in me.
When they immigrated from Russia to the United States 26 years ago, To AMs Cathy Kaufmann and Katie Marker: Your friendship has been a
their vision was to live in a country where their children could have end- treasure. To AM Karen Bressman: Your genuine nature and desire to help
less opportunity. They had no family in the United States, no money, an others is contagious. To AM Frank Minniti: We have been friends for many
infant and little knowledge of the English language. My father became years and I cannot thank you enough for embarking on this journey with
a successful engineer with a large corporation, owned businesses and me. To my sister, AM Jessica Vayner: Arbonne has brought us closer.
gave our family a lifestyle most Americans dream of. How was this pos- Working with you has been so much fun, we have laughed more now than
sible? He looked at life through the eyes of an opportunist; someone ever in our lives. We will have matching Mercedes-Benzes very soon!
who has an “attitude of gratitude” and paid attention to people and
things that knocked on our door in an opportunist way. Are you look- To my sponsor and dear friend, NVP Jamie Kanner: Our paths were meant
ing at life through the eyes of an opportunist? to cross. You were the knock of opportunity who came into my life. You
have been a mentor and a role model for me, our team and Arbonne.
To my parents: Thank you for teaching me how to have an optimistic Thank you for holding the vision of my white Mercedes-Benz with car seats
outlook on life and showing me how to persevere when life hands us for me, every time I needed it.
obstacles. I admire your strength and all you have accomplished.
To my husband, Adam: You listen, know just what to say, believe, trust, put
To my best friend, Maria Fasolo: As I embarked on starting my own me first and take care of us — you are everything to me. I am extremely
business, I will never forget the words you said to me, “Anna you are proud to share my life with you; thank you for encouraging me to do
going to do this and I will do whatever I can to help you.” From the bot- Arbonne. You saw the future before I did.
tom of my heart, thank you for your sound advice, encouragement and
true friendship. To those of you reading this story, look at this business through the eyes of
an opportunist. Less than a year ago, NVP Jamie Kanner asked me to look
A special thank you to my mother-in-law, DM Linda Ackerman, for into my future. I am asking you to do the same. Opportunity is knocking!
always supporting Adam and me, and cheering me on!
Anna with President Rita Davenport
and NVP Jamie Kanner.
Anna with Region at ENVP Donna Johnson’s Green Bay getaway weekend.
Adam, Michael Clouse and Anna.
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E Y E O N A R B O N N E | NOVEMBER 2005