My life is a little crazy and I can't always get everything done that I should probably get done in a day, week or month ie: laundry, mopping the floor, vacuuming, etc. You get the idea. Housework in general! Well, now I have legitimate proof that it is not as basic, as people "who know" present it. Meaning, I get a lot of advice of how I should do it. For 3 and 1/2 days my mom "walked in my shoes," as I went away on a 3 Day Retreat for my EO business! When I got home, she told me, "I don't know how you do all this running around, and cooking food, I can't get anything done, and I had to start making dinner in the morning!" Well she made a better effort than I do when it comes to getting food to everyone at dinner time. My family probably thought it is was pretty special that they got dinner before 8pm! I informed my little guy that Grama was going to have to come help again when I leave for seven days, and he told me, "YOU might not want to do that." = )
Anyway.....This retreat is exclusively for people who have acheived ranking of Elite or Premier, who belong to the same group, as I do. If you have ever been apart of a company like this, you may have noticed that usually the people who make all the money (who can already afford it), get to do special trips like this - Not Fair, I know! BUT, this event is put on every month, for anyone, in our group, who achieves the rank of Elite or Premier, they are the people who are working their butts off, don't make a ton of money yet, and don't usually get recognized, but who are the core reason why the higher ups are raking in the big bucks. SOOO, Alysse Sedovy and her husband Patrick have taken it upon themselves to put on this retreat monthly to reward those hard workers and to help teach them how to grow their business bigger and better! They flew people in, they provided massive amounts of delicious food and snacks, a wealth of training information, and even showed us how much money they make, and shared their reason "WHY" they choose do this business.
Anyway.....This retreat is exclusively for people who have acheived ranking of Elite or Premier, who belong to the same group, as I do. If you have ever been apart of a company like this, you may have noticed that usually the people who make all the money (who can already afford it), get to do special trips like this - Not Fair, I know! BUT, this event is put on every month, for anyone, in our group, who achieves the rank of Elite or Premier, they are the people who are working their butts off, don't make a ton of money yet, and don't usually get recognized, but who are the core reason why the higher ups are raking in the big bucks. SOOO, Alysse Sedovy and her husband Patrick have taken it upon themselves to put on this retreat monthly to reward those hard workers and to help teach them how to grow their business bigger and better! They flew people in, they provided massive amounts of delicious food and snacks, a wealth of training information, and even showed us how much money they make, and shared their reason "WHY" they choose do this business.
On the first day (I happen to be close enough to be able to drive to this event), I drove an hour and half to do an intimate (50 people) "Meet with the owners" and get to ask questions. After 2 and 1/2 hours we took off and drove 2 and a quarter hours up into the beautiful mountains and canyons of Utah County, to a little hideaway, which just so happened to be an hour and a half away from my home. It was kinda funny that I was now so close to home. I checked in, and chose my cabin room and bed. 12 beds per room. I waited to make sure someone didn't actually need the lower bunk before I claimed it. I didn't really want to be sandwiched between two beds or have my head 18 inches from the ceiling - although those top bunkers did get a special prize! Those lucky dogs! If you notice on the vent there is an Aroma Ace Diffuser. Yes! We got to chose an oil to run in our room at night. Of course we chose Serenity. 12 people sleeping away from home, with all sorts of different sleep schedules, we thought this would help keep things serene = ) We seemed to have a few night owls in our cabin, but we all seemed to manage just fine! The bathrooms had 4 shower stalls and 4 sinks, and in each shower there was doTERRA's shampoo and conditioner and a bar of the soap, and on each sink there was the Skin Care Kit, EO Toothpaste and EO Foaming Hand Wash. These were there for ALL of us to use and experience. I had not tried ANY of those products yet, so I was STOKED, and extremely pleased with the quality of it all.
On top of having breakfast, lunch, dinner AND snacks prepared for us, we had sessions we sat through to learn more about building our business, and watched some inspirational videos. We played a little ping pong, volleyball and basketball. I received an Aroma Touch Massage. The only one I have ever received was from the
lady I traded with during training when I was getting certified to perform Aroma Touch Massages. So to receive one by someone who has done many, was truly a gift! I slept so well, and bounced out of bed after only 5 1/2 hours of sleep! It has also inspired me to get on with it and get a massage table purchased so I can give those beneficial massages to others. We also had a Masquerade Ball. We dressed up in semi-formal attire, and got a little crazy with costumes and masks. Unfortunately I don't have any pictures of me, but you can see one of my roommates and new friend on the left. Doesn't she look fabulous!? We were also given an incentive that if we become Silver (another ranking), in 60 days, we will receive a limited edition Green Purse. $150 value. Some people are VERY inspired by this. Purses are not really my thing, but that won't keep me from trying!
lady I traded with during training when I was getting certified to perform Aroma Touch Massages. So to receive one by someone who has done many, was truly a gift! I slept so well, and bounced out of bed after only 5 1/2 hours of sleep! It has also inspired me to get on with it and get a massage table purchased so I can give those beneficial massages to others. We also had a Masquerade Ball. We dressed up in semi-formal attire, and got a little crazy with costumes and masks. Unfortunately I don't have any pictures of me, but you can see one of my roommates and new friend on the left. Doesn't she look fabulous!? We were also given an incentive that if we become Silver (another ranking), in 60 days, we will receive a limited edition Green Purse. $150 value. Some people are VERY inspired by this. Purses are not really my thing, but that won't keep me from trying!
I found myself in great company. There was an NFL football player there. He had played for 17 years with the Green Bay Packers and Tennessee Titans. Name: Craig Hentrich. There was a Christian actor from Salt Lake City, who has starred in a movie called Saint Street. Name: Jarrod Phillips. I met a cute little Filipino lady who has been a single mother for 14 years, and living day to day selling lumpia (egg rolls: for the mainstream people), but is now able to supplement her income with her EO business. This was special to me because I grew up with lumpia, my best friend from childhood is Filipino and this little lady only lives about an hour a way. That means I can buy lumpia from her! I met a lady who moved to Utah from Arizona to be closer to her family while she was dying. She was exposed to toxic mold and it was taking a toll on her. She was overweight and in a wheelchair. She got started on Life Long Vitality and the oils. SHE is now a beautiful walking, talking, clean bill of health! Obviously hanging out with Alysse, a multi-millionaire (of Alysse's Bridal - which she sold a while back), was a blessing. She shared the ways she shares her wealth, and even told a story of why she would not do "It Works" business. I met a lady who did Pampered Chef for 10 years, and now makes 10,000 a month. She changed because Pampered Chef wasn't really residual, but this one is, and she is so happy with her new business, but of course still buys Pampered Chef because it is awesome stuff! My most favorite moment was when a girl got up for the talent show we had the night of our Masquerade Ball. She played the piano and sang a song that she had written. She shared how she had 4th Stage Lyme Disease, and prayed for healing, and was healed, and a story about a little boy who her and her church prayed for, but his healing looked different - he went to heaven, and this song she sang was birthed out of these experiences. As she began to play and sing, I began to sing to myself. I thought "How could I know this song?" I realized what was happening; it was my favorite song! I think the people at my table thought I was nuts. It took everything in me to not stand up, raise my hand, and worship at the top of my lungs. For sure then, everyone would have just known I was nuts! Come to find out, the song she wrote is sung on Christian Radio by a few artsts. The one I knew was by Natalie Grant - Your Great Name. I told the girl, Name: Krissy Nordhoff that that was my FAVORITE song. She was in disbelief = ) and was so appreciative. What a way to end the last day of the retreat!
I had a few personal obstacles to overcome while I was there. One being, "how could I ever do what some of these people do and make the amount of money that some of them make." Just the amount of money that Patrick and Alysse make, could discourage me from even trying - counter productive thinking, I know. I did say I had obstacles! Another trial was that the pre-paid phone service I had did not work in the area!! I was so stressed and frustrated, and at times, pre-occupied trying to figure out how I was going to get service and get in touch with my family who I just "abandoned!" = ) People could call me, but I could not call them. I could text though. Another trial. I got a text the second night there from my husband, "Can you get on a phone and call me as soon as you can." Oh great, I thought. I had to borrow someone's phone. I'm glad I was making friends so at least it wasn't too awkward to ask. They totally understood = ) Well, come to find out my little guy was throwing up and daddy needed to know what to do. "Mom's worst nightmare - little guy sick and I am not near home, and just "confirmation" "I shouldn't leave my family!" BUT, that is one of the reasons, I did need to go, I get pretty wrapped up in being mom. BUT never fear, I have my special medicine cabinet at home - Family Physician's Kit, all it took was to use the super duper digestive formula. Rub it on his tummy, and on the bottom of his feet, and use some lavendar for calming. All turned out well! My mother explained it that he was "Mommy Sick" kind of like when kids are homesick when they go to camp, but it wasn't him at camp, IT WAS ME! = )
Well, the day came when it was time to make that hour and half trip home. 15 hours of sleep in three days, a load of information, new friends and inspirations. I had lots to ponder and beautiful scenery to look at so the trip home went pretty fast - even though I was little tired. I know. Long post, but so incredible. I have an incredible company, with incredible life changing products. How is this EO company different than any other marketing company? Just ask and I will tell you! How can you get to one of these events? Just ask, and I will show you!
Blessings to you all! Joelle
Blessings to you all! Joelle