It's All a Big Pyramid Scheme!

Nothing burns my biscuits more than to hear about a direct sales company being called a "pyramid scheme."  There are 100's of direct sales companies out there; I know as I researched a lot of them and even joined a different one where I did have success, but, I have been chosen for a Higher calling named Le-Vel.  What I realized is that people don't TRULY understand what a pyramid scheme is ...

MYTH:  Direct Sales companies are pyramid schemes.

Do you know the true definition of a pyramid scheme?  The SEC describes a pyramid scheme as the following :  In the classic "pyramid" scheme, participants attempt to make money solely by recruiting new participants into the program. The hallmark of these schemes is the promise of sky-high returns in a short period of time for doing nothing other than handing over your money and getting others to do the same.

TRUTH:  Pyramid schemes are illegal and non-ethical.  Direct Sales companies provide you with a product to sell to a customer where you earn a commission for your EFFORTS and WORK.

Let me say this, I have friends and family that sell all sorts of different items from jewelry to candles to kitchen products to nail supplies to oils to lotion.  Each one of those people work hard at THEIR INDEPENDENT BUSINESS.  What does Direct Sales allow people to do?  They allow them to own their own businesses.  People that are physically unable to work out of their home (and I'll take on anyone that calls them lazy); families that need extra money; people that find a product they are passionate about and want to share it with others.

Just because I don't sell my product in a store, does not make it a pyramid scheme.  I can name several business that are ran from home that receive their product from a supplier and is sold to a customer at a profit or commission.  And, I can also name companies that many in our community are familiar with that encourage others to take part in their business.

I work EVERY DAY at my job; and, I work HARD.  I have freedom and flexibility in my case, but, that doesn't mean it still isn't work.  This is for you, all my direct sales people, we are building our own businesses and changing our lives because we make a choice to do so.

MYTH:  Direct Sales companies are pyramid schemes.  

Do you know the true definition of a pyramid scheme?  The SEC describes a pyramid scheme as the following :  In the classic "pyramid" scheme, participants attempt to make money solely by recruiting new participants into the program. The hallmark of these schemes is the promise of sky-high returns in a short period of time for doing nothing other than handing over your money and getting others to do the same.

TRUTH:  Pyramid schemes are illegal and non-ethical.  Direct Sales companies provide you with a product to sell to a customer where you earn a commission for your EFFORTS and WORK.

Let me say this, I have friends and family that sell all sorts of different items from jewelry to candles to kitchen products to nail supplies to oils to lotion.  Each one of those people work hard at THEIR INDEPENDENT BUSINESS.  What does Direct Sales allow people to do?  They allow them to own their own businesses.  People that are physically unable to work out of their home (and I'll take on anyone that calls them lazy); families that need extra money; people that find a product they are passionate about and want to share it with others.

Just because I don't sell my product in a store, does not make it a pyramid scheme.  I can name several business that are ran from home that receive their product from a supplier and is sold to a customer at a profit or commission.  And, I can also name companies that many in our community are familiar with that encourage others to take part in their business.

I work EVERY DAY at my job; and, I work HARD.  I have freedom and flexibility in my case, but, that doesn't mean it still isn't work.  This is for you, all my direct sales people, we are building our own businesses and changing our lives because we make a choice to do so.MYTH: Direct Sales companies are pyramid schemes. Do you know the true definition of a pyramid scheme? The SEC describes a pyramid scheme as the following : In the classic "pyramid" scheme, participants attempt to make money solely by recruiting new participants into the program. The hallmark of these schemes is the promise of sky-high returns in a short period of time for doing nothing other than handing over your money and getting others to do the same.
TRUTH: Pyramid schemes are illegal and non-ethical. Direct Sales companies provide you with a product to sell to a customer where you earn a commission for your EFFORTS and WORK. Let me say this, I have friends and family that sell all sorts of different items from jewelry to candles to kitchen products to nail supplies to oils to lotion. Each one of those people work hard at THEIR INDEPENDENT BUSINESS. What does Direct Sales allow people to do? They allow them to own their own businesses. People that are physically unable to work out of their home (and I'll take on anyone that calls them lazy); families that need extra money; people that find a product they are passionate about and want to share it with others. Just because I don't sell my product in a store, does not make it a pyramid scheme. I can name several business that are ran from home that receive their product from a supplier and is sold to a customer at a profit or commission. And, I can also name companies that many in our community are familiar with that encourage others to take part in their business.
I work EVERY DAY at my job; and, I work HARD. I have freedom and flexibility in my case, but, that doesn't mean it still isn't work. This is for you, all my direct sales people, we are building our own businesses and changing our lives because we make a choice to do so.

My 9 - Week Testimony on Thrive

To say that I lost in the genetic lottery is an understatement.  I have many health challenges that have left me with generalized emotional and mental stress, mild mood changes, general joint discomfort, general aches and just a general lack of well being, all on a daily basis.  I’ve been dealing with these for well over 20 years.  To quote my dad, “You have been so unhappy, that you don’t even know what happiness is.”  He was right.

January, 2016.  I was challenged with more health related matters and all that we knew for sure was that I was severely vitamin deficient.  Through a random conversation in February, I learned about Thrive from my wonderful friend Crystal Cooper.  She introduced me another soon to be critical member of my life, Brandi Aldridge.  Crystal told me all about what Thrive was doing her. I was actually bringing up all the points about my vitamin deficiencies and how everyone is lacking in general nutrients and vitamins, no matter how well they eat or their lifestyle. Brandi reached out to me and although I was ready to start, I had to figure out how to work this into my budget.  It took me a couple of months, but, I kept it on the priority list.

Brandi was giving away samples one day and I received a free 3 day sample.  I didn’t start it until I knew I could order before it was gone.  I already knew that this was going to be something that I really needed.  Little did I know how much.  I started the product and I was not a “Day 1” Thriver.  It actually almost took me a month to hit that feeling.  But, every day, I did my 1, 2, 3 and didn’t miss it.  I had day one benefits and they just started to grow and build.  I was working my business from the computer, eating what my body craved, drinking tons of water and about 10-14 days, I realized that my clothes were looser.  I took my first set of measurements that day.

I thought about becoming a promoter, but, was going to wait until after my 8 Week Experience was over.  That didn’t happen either.  I had a 3-way call with Brandi and Darla Hacker and Darla told me that I would hit the bonuses and there was no stopping me.  Darla went off the line and I told Brandi, “I don’t think I’ll be able to hit any of those, but, I’m going to be a promoter.”  I hit VIP800, VIP1600, 4K VIP, and the iPad bonus in about 3 weeks.

I’m about to turn 40 and I’m now the 2.0 version of me.  I’ve lost over 30 inches across my body, and 20 pounds.  I never counted on it for the weight management, although I did need it.  I tried it for my vitamin deficiencies and “heard” it could help with my health challenges.  Weight management was a bonus!  I’m a Thriver for LIFE now.  I’m the happiest I’ve ever been; the healthiest I’ve ever been; and, I’m out there each day sharing the opportunity with others to change their lives.

8 Weeks CAN Change Your Life

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