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When I began my Arbonne business in May 2005, I had no idea
of the value this company, the people associated with it and all
those on my team who would add to my life in such a short period
of time! My journey has been one filled with surprises and personal
growth that added tremendous value to me and also to my family.
We have learned what it means to dream again, encourage others
and give of ourselves. This we know is the true value of having an
Arbonne business.
My husband and I have four children and I have had the privilege of
staying home to raise them for the last 14 years. But as my youngest
was beginning his first grade year, I was ready to take on a new a r en r am
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challenge. I was also looking for a way to create an additional
income stream that would give our family more choices. Choices Independent Consultant, Regional Vice President
that included where we would educate our children, while enabling Karen Pegram Region; Knoxville, TN
us to give, serve and save! However, I was concerned that the
specific criteria I was looking for in a job would be difficult to meet.
The criteria included being able to work part-time out of my home When ERVP Hannah Pifer invited me to an Arbonne “Opportunity”
and the opportunity to be my own boss and set my own hours. I also Presentation, I was struck by the people, products and leadership
wanted a significant compensation before I would invest my time that I saw. I was attracted to the vision and drive I saw in Hannah
and energy into it. Because I have always had a spirit of adventure, and in other people already building their businesses. So in May, I
I was excited to begin a home-based business with Arbonne. As I got busy telling others about this incredible opportunity. Very quick-
look back a year later, I am convinced this business was a specific ly, I discovered that I had not only been given a challenge, I had
answer to my prayer. been given a gift! Even though it was one of the biggest challenges
I had taken on since parenting, it has been extremely rewarding. As
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Karen with husband and Arbonne “coach,” Todd.
Jackson, Carson, Francie, Liz
and dog, Maddie.
Karen’s parents, Sue and
DM Jack Sanford.
success strategy:
“
NEW REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
”
Let your dreams
determine your focus.
with any challenge, there were many ups and downs. Some days, I
even questioned if I had what it takes to be successful with Arbonne.
On those days, I had to borrow the belief of my family, friends and ERVP Grace McLaren from Memphis, Tennessee; sponsor, ERVP Hannah Pifer and Karen
team members. Many days, one of my children would say, “Mom, having fun at NTC 2006 St. Louis.
are you an ‘R’ yet?” and I would respond, trying not only to convince
them, but convince myself also, “No, but it will not be long!” Believing
and dreaming is not only a gift for me, but for my whole family. To ERVP Patti Fox, EDM Jackie Basik, EDM Teresa Beck, DM Louise
Lyons and ERVP Grace McLaren: Thank you for your kind encour-
Life experiences and accomplishments would be very meaningless agement, hard work and gracious hearts. I am so thankful we get
without the impact of personal relationships! Building my Arbonne to build our Arbonne businesses together! I am keenly aware that
business has given me the opportunity to be shaped, sharpened and my team is the greatest asset.
changed by the people around me. Our family has moved often
The testimonials in this story reflect the actual experience of an individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical.
and as a result, we had to leave dear friends behind in each move. To my parents, Jack and Sue Sanford: The value you added to
Fortunately, some of those friends have joined me on this Arbonne my life started a long time ago! Thank you for encouraging me all
adventure! Consequently, I have mostly an out-of-town team which along the way!
has its own unique challenges and opportunities. But because of
our Arbonne connection, several of these relationships that I had to To my incredible husband, Todd: Without your daily encourage-
leave are now a part of my every day life! ment and coaching, none of this would have happened. Your
servant heart and desire to see me grow and give are just a portion
Arbonne has added value to our lives in countless ways. The integ- of the daily blessings you bring to my life. Thank you for telling me,
rity of the leaders and the opportunity for me to contribute to our “I know you can do this!” over and over again.
family’s income is already having a lasting affect in our lives. The
relationships with my upline and those on my team have been the To my awesome children, Liz, 15; Carson, 13; Francie, 11 and Jack-
source of great value. My hope and goal is to bring to others this son, 7: I am deeply grateful for the encouragement, patience and fun
incredible business that could also add value to their lives. that you all have been during this process. You make my life so rich!
Thank you for believing in me!
To ENVP Angie Lyle: You have added practical biblical wisdom and
a no-compromise approach to the business ethic I have employed.
Thank you for your incredible leadership and the countless ways in
which you selflessly serve us! I have always known from day one
that I have the absolute best upline possible.
To ERVP Hannah Pifer: I love who you are and am truly sharpened
daily by your laser focus on what really matters in life. It is humbling
to know my team is my greatest asset!
Birmingham team: Laurie Sanderlin, Jean Anne Collier, EDM Jackie Basik and
DM Sherry Freeman.
ABOVE:
Karen with ENVP Angie Lyle
and EDM Teresa Beck.
LEFT:
Karen with ERVP Pattie Fox
and sponsor, ERVP Hannah Pifer.
E Y E O N A RB ON NE | JUNE 2006
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