“ You can find a way or find an excuse . You ’ ll be so much happier if you follow your heart and find a way — your way . Push the doubts and excuses aside . Rewrite your story , create your destiny , and lean into your purpose .” — Kareena Bracken
many ways to serve and share . dōTERRA has provided many wonderful memories we cherish . dōTERRA gives us time control . dōTERRA gives us freedom and friendships that have blessed us so much . In so many ways , our family is better and stronger thanks to dōTERRA .
What were the biggest challenges to overcome ?
I ’ d often compare myself to others , thinking I ’ m not as smart , fit , or pretty as others . I wondered why someone wanted to follow me . I doubted my ability to speak , share , and teach in front of others . I had to learn to say no to those voices . I accepted who I am , and if I can do it , then anyone can . Emily Wright believed in me far before I believed in myself . That ’ s the gift I try to repay to my leaders .
What advice would you give someone trying to reach Presidential Diamond ?
Embrace the journey , listen to your heart , and don ’ t lose sight of the joy . Don ’ t be afraid to ask for guidance and strength . Be the energy you want to attract , because it ’ s contagious ! Don ’ t put too much time into checking lists that drain you and cause you to forget what you loved about dōTERRA in the first place . Tap into the same steps and energy that got you to Silver and find your way to Presidential Diamond .
Yes , more teams equal more responsibility , but in return you receive more blessings and relationships . Everyone needs dōTERRA . It ’ s up to us to continue to share the opportunity with others . Every day , someone is looking for what we have . Are you willing to find , listen to , and share with those people ? mostly built on my own and into the relationships I ’ d built , and then earn their trust as well . With time , we ’ ve found a good balance of responsibilities .
Chris takes on much of the business coaching and Back Office numbers , giving me more time to focus on parts of the business I love . Chris also takes on most of the travel , allowing me to be present in our home .
My advice to others is to remember your priorities . Mark important family events and time in bold on your calendar . Make this time nonnegotiable , and then stay off your phone . Be present . As the two of you become passionate about dōTERRA together , it can become a 24 / 7 job if you ’ re not careful , so set hours and time aside for each other daily to connect and listen to one another . Look for ways to serve and build each other up . If it ’ s possible , have separate workspaces .
At this stage , what motivates you to continue building your business ?
As our journey has evolved , so has our motivation . Originally , it was simply to share essential oils and healthy solutions . I still desire that , but even more rewarding than that is witnessing the transformation in women as they uncover strengths and beauty they didn ’ t see . To see them find financial control they never dreamed of ,* to see bonds and friendships grow , to see someone rise above health challenges with new hope — it ’ s all so amazing . I believe in my leaders . They ’ ve stood by my side as I pursued my dreams , so now it ’ s my turn to stand at their side as they achieve theirs .
How do you and your spouse work together in the business ? What advice do you have for couples working together ?
It took us a bit of time to find our groove . It was hard not to just keep doing business like before and have Chris take over the home and family responsibilities . I didn ’ t want him to feel like my house help . It was hard for me to let go of the control in the beginning . It was hard for him to step into a business I ’ d
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