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Kaychell
12-19-2009, 05:58 PM
Hi ladies! I'm thinking of joining Arbonne as an income supplement leading up to an income replacer. I'm a mom of two small children (4 and 13 months) and would like to spend more time with them. I've hosted an Arbonne party and have attended one of the classes with a DM given by a VP. Incredibly those two experiences are all I've ever had with Arbonne. I REALLY like the fact that Arbonne focuses on skin care rather than covering up your skin with make-up.
So, can anyone share their stories of joining Rbon? What made you choose Rbon? What do you like? Any dislikes? Are you actively working your business? How many classes do you book per week? What are some real expectations of income from Arbonne?
My two biggest concerns are 1) we live in a town of about 4500 hundred and there are quite a few Arbonne dealers. None in my circle of friends, but I'm afraid when I branch out of my network that I wont have anyone else to sell to! and 2) product cost. I love the product and have been using a sample pack of the RE9 system for about 5 days now and it has made my skin wonderful, however I'm afraid the cost may be a turn off to our rural town. I live in rural Oklahoma and our cost of living is low, but so are our wages.
I'm trying to decide between Arbonne and one other company (not any skin care or anything) and I just feel a pull towards both. So I'm looking for opinions, stories, etc.
Thanks!!!
So, can anyone share their stories of joining Rbon? What made you choose Rbon? What do you like? Any dislikes? Are you actively working your business? How many classes do you book per week? What are some real expectations of income from Arbonne?
My two biggest concerns are 1) we live in a town of about 4500 hundred and there are quite a few Arbonne dealers. None in my circle of friends, but I'm afraid when I branch out of my network that I wont have anyone else to sell to! and 2) product cost. I love the product and have been using a sample pack of the RE9 system for about 5 days now and it has made my skin wonderful, however I'm afraid the cost may be a turn off to our rural town. I live in rural Oklahoma and our cost of living is low, but so are our wages.
I'm trying to decide between Arbonne and one other company (not any skin care or anything) and I just feel a pull towards both. So I'm looking for opinions, stories, etc.
Thanks!!!
TLLC
12-19-2009, 09:55 PM
Not sure what to do. I'm a DM and apparently ARbonne is in restruturing, meaning Bankruptcy chapter 11.
No one is saying it but it is true from the banks. They are in some financial problems since they are not with harvest partners. Have a look at the link below
Arbonne Bankruptcy Rumors? | MLM Blog - Network Marketing Blog (http://mlmblog.net/2009/10/arbonne-bankruptcy.html/comment-page-4)
No one is saying it but it is true from the banks. They are in some financial problems since they are not with harvest partners. Have a look at the link below
Arbonne Bankruptcy Rumors? | MLM Blog - Network Marketing Blog (http://mlmblog.net/2009/10/arbonne-bankruptcy.html/comment-page-4)
steffk
12-20-2009, 07:16 PM
Jaychell,
I joined about 5 months ago and absolutely love it! I have used the products for 6 years and let me tell you, the company keeps getting better and better. I understand your concerns about the pricing, but once you look it at closer you will realize it really isn't more then anything else. Especially now that people can order at discount as a preferred client. The anti-aging set is within the same price for all 7 pieces as it is to go to walmart and buy that new Oil of Olay anti-aging line and it only comes with 4 pieces. The other brands are made with fillers and don't last very long and our's will last you 6-8 months. Our acne line with a 20% discount is the same cost of proactive. Ours lasts longer and in my opinion works much better too. There is a price comparison sheet I can show you if you are interested in seeing more of them. :)
I also live in a rural town (population around 5500). I had those concerns too. I am already and Area Manager though within 5 months. Next time I promote I will earn my white Mercedes. That just goes to show no market is saturated. Plus you can build your business globally - not just locally. There is no limit for you!
Bottom line is if you enjoy the products and want them at a discount anyway, you might as well sign up as a preferred client and give the business a shot. Rbon will upgrade you to Consultant for free after 3 months of consultant activity. Give it your best for 6 months and if you don't like it, just keep enjoying the discount. If you like what you are seeing in a paycheck, then keep on taking your business to the next level every month.
Do you have a sponor already in mind? If you don't have anyone to answer your questions, please let me know. I would be happy to help. Where at in OK are you? I'm in Kansas south of KC.
Good luck in your decision!
I joined about 5 months ago and absolutely love it! I have used the products for 6 years and let me tell you, the company keeps getting better and better. I understand your concerns about the pricing, but once you look it at closer you will realize it really isn't more then anything else. Especially now that people can order at discount as a preferred client. The anti-aging set is within the same price for all 7 pieces as it is to go to walmart and buy that new Oil of Olay anti-aging line and it only comes with 4 pieces. The other brands are made with fillers and don't last very long and our's will last you 6-8 months. Our acne line with a 20% discount is the same cost of proactive. Ours lasts longer and in my opinion works much better too. There is a price comparison sheet I can show you if you are interested in seeing more of them. :)
I also live in a rural town (population around 5500). I had those concerns too. I am already and Area Manager though within 5 months. Next time I promote I will earn my white Mercedes. That just goes to show no market is saturated. Plus you can build your business globally - not just locally. There is no limit for you!
Bottom line is if you enjoy the products and want them at a discount anyway, you might as well sign up as a preferred client and give the business a shot. Rbon will upgrade you to Consultant for free after 3 months of consultant activity. Give it your best for 6 months and if you don't like it, just keep enjoying the discount. If you like what you are seeing in a paycheck, then keep on taking your business to the next level every month.
Do you have a sponor already in mind? If you don't have anyone to answer your questions, please let me know. I would be happy to help. Where at in OK are you? I'm in Kansas south of KC.
Good luck in your decision!
