Tell us about your journey to Presidential Diamond .
In 2018 , I was a photographer in Miami , where I emigrated four years before . I began using the products but had no interest in doing the business . After having great experiences with the product , I became the most loyal customer : buying all kinds of products every month . I began unconsciously sharing the benefits with my community on Instagram . Six months later , a good friend of mine asked me to get her a kit for her daughter . At that point , I realized I could make some extra income beyond my photography business .
In January 2019 , I officially upgraded to Wellness Advocate . I saw dōTERRA as an opportunity to transition into a new entrepreneurial experience — working from home with a small investment . I was ready for change !
From that moment , dōTERRA has been an incredible experience . We hit Presidential Diamond in 18 months and achieved several Founder ’ s Club positions , leading a fantastic team of Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs worldwide through social media .*
What ’ s the biggest lesson you ’ ve learned ? What have been the biggest hurdles you ’ ve had to overcome ?
The biggest lesson I ’ ve learned is that anything you dream of is possible , not ot only if you believe you can , but if you set goals and show up with commitment . Consistency is vital . If you persist , you ’ ll make it . It ’ s definitely not about if you can or can ’ t but if you will or won ’ t . Taking action and putting your ideas in motion is key .
On the other hand , the biggest hurdle has been helping the women in my organization believe in themselves and defeat their limiting beliefs . I tell my teammates it ’ s ok to feel fear , but they need to find space for courage . Another challenge is teaching them this business is a marathon , not a sprint race , so I help them to cultivate a long-term vision .
Nowadays he ' s become my partner , very involved with all the administrative and financial matters . He arranges all the travel logistics and organizes events . Victor also helps with skeptical husbands . He shares the masculine vision of the products and the business . Since I ’ m focusing more on education for my team , he ’ s been enrolling more than me !
How have you learned to balance running your business and taking care of your family ?
It ’ s been very challenging . I ’ m an overachiever and always feel there ’ s not enough time to get things done . Being productive makes me feel amazing . It ’ s adrenaline . I ’ ve learned to set alarms to stop working , because I have a lot of fun creating new things for my team . Thank God my family has been very supportive , and they understand all this time invested in dōTERRA is for them and for our future .
I recently began taking the quality time I spend with my family very seriously . I no longer work on weekends , and we have a yearly calendar full of family trips and activities . I finally feel my organization has reached a position where I can relax a little more without losing focus on my team ’ s growth .
At this stage , what motivates you to continue building your business ?
As a Venezuelan immigrant , it inspires me to see how other immigrant women can achieve their financial goals by partnering with such a fantastic company . Most of us leave our countries with a suitcase full of dreams . It ’ s challenging starting from zero in a new country — especially with a different language . But dōTERRA allows us to build an international business , no matter our professional experience , background , or location . I want to tell the world this is the best business model for entrepreneurs to meet their financial goals and become the best person they can be . And all while helping others . It ' s a no-brainer : everybody needs to know about this opportunity . That ’ s what motivates me .
What advice would you give to someone trying to reach Presidential Diamond ?
Build a solid organic foundation . If you want time-freedom , your leaders need to learn how to take care of their organizations . Make sure they ’ re empowered , independent , and self-motivated . They should have a strong vision , like yours . I would also recommend you help your team build a solid Diamond leaders , because they ’ ll be more committed and you ’ ll become more stable . Don ’ t rush : a rank doesn ' t mean anything if you can ’ t maintain it .
How do you and your spouse work together in the business ? What advice do you have for couples working together ?
Victor has been my biggest support from day one . In the early stages of my business , he helped me with our baby and household errands , so I could teach classes and support my customers .
In what ways has your dōTERRA business changed your life ?
It ’ s helped me grow a healthy mindset — changing my perspective on how I manage different situations . Professionally speaking , it ’ s expanded my toolset and skillset . I can keep growing my business and help others to do the same .
Family-wise , this business has allowed us to dream about things that weren ’ t possible before . It ’ s already ensured proper education for our children . Plus , with all the blessings we ' ve received , we can give back to our country — Venezuela — through our Social Project , danDŌ & donanDŌ . We take food and basic living supplies to support hospitals around the country .
dōTERRA is a personal development business wrapped in essential oils . It ’ s a blessing to be part of this family . My Why is showing more Latin women this opportunity could change their lives for good . Thank you , dōTERRA .
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