Happy RODANniversary to me! I cannot believe it's been 2 years since I embarked on this journey. I had no idea how or if it would help me, in fact I expected to give my initial kit investment an 'adios' return around 45 days; but you know what? I earned my first paycheck before that and my outlook changed completely.
Even after my first paycheck I had excitement, but my expectations were low. In fact, I didn't even expect my skin to change all that much. However, I quickly embraced a newfound love of healthy skin and quality skincare. I took the opportunity to get over my fear of getting back out into the world, to get out of my house, make new friends and find a little piece of me that seemed to be missing since becoming a mother.
I had no idea what I was in for and I was blown away that in only a few short months I had surpassed my initial goals. Now living comfortably I am happy to report that it's as simple as washing my face and talking about it. Now of course it takes effort, but the process is lined out. If I follow it and I share, I win - and so do others. I am impressed with the true ability to build this in the nooks and crannies of my life. This could include 10 minutes before I leave my house in the morning, for a few minutes on a lunch break, a call or training on my commute or after my little guy is snuggled in bed. I love that I am helping my friends and family love their skin and some even changing their lives. I am making new connections and rekindling old friendships.
With each passing month, this company and products continue to amaze me, time and time again. It's a true game changer, this concept of community commerce. I first fell in love with the business model but it didn't take long for me to see the noticeable differences in my skin as well! Before joining Rodan + Fields, I barely washed my face and I have most certainly never been a girly-girl.
Just as amazing are the improvements I see in my own skin is the flexibility to change between products as my skin has different needs. Over the past 2 years I have used every single one of our products and tools and I absolutely love every single one! Look at the difference in my skin below:
My tone is more even, my dark spots are lighter but my favorite that is harder to see is the size of my pores and how soft my skin feels. Even more, since joining R+F 2 years ago I've been able to get a year paid ahead on one of my student loans, pay for 2 scuba vacations, pay off my trip to RF Convention months in advance, take a weekend away on a whim and work along side some absolutely incredible and inspiring people every day. This only scratches the surface of my love for this business I decided to leap into with nothing but fear, hope, ambition and wi-fi.
Thinking back, I am impressed with how far I've come considering I joined in the midst of having a new born with medical obstacles, working full time, commuting 3 hours, learning of my mother's Leukemia diagnosis, struggling with my own health issues and living pay check to paycheck from mountains of student loan debt. How did I do it? It's simple really. I realized that the only way to change my situation was to change my situation. That meant my consistent actions. I realized that even without cable in my house, I was watching 2-3 hours of TV a day and often marathoning on weekends. I was simply wasting precious and valuable time. I realized there is nothing more powerful than the present and I could only build my future by taking small actionable steps every day. So, I decided to put my time to different use, in different ways such as learning about the importance of good skincare and how these clinically proven products are truly changing the face of skincare and both the skincare and direct selling industries. I realized there was no reason I couldn't make this thing work for me and my family.
I decided to start small because I had a lot on my plate. I decided to take 30 minutes of my TV time each day an 1-2 hours on the weekend to make a change. I decided I wanted a change in my financial situation, a change to my social situation, a change to my overall confidence level and this is how I was going to do it - because that's how it's designed.
I had no idea what to expect. All I knew was my dear friend, mentor and business partner was making a full-time income and doing exactly what she wanted every day. That was enough for that final push to say...I can do this. Anyone can do this. That's the power!
Overall, I feel that I have embarked on the path to my future. One that will allow me to pay off my student loan debt before I am 65 and give me more time back with my family. One that will allow me to take vacations and go to events I could never afford beforehand. One that keeps my bodies biggest organ - the skin - as healthy as it can be, giving me one less thing to worry about. A vehicle that I can share with others who, like me want more from life. If I were to do it over? I'd go all in from DAY ONE.
I'm a 100% believer in the power of this business, these products and the Doctors behind it all. No matter if you want to shoot for the moon or take one bill off your plate, it's up to you. It's your business and your goals. Everyone's journey is different. What will yours be?
If you want to glow and grow too, connect with me on Facebook today to see how this proven and revolutionary company can help you break the cycle of bad skin or maybe even the trajectory of your life. I'd love to be apart of your journey and have you on my team!
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