LENEXA, KANSAS, USA

Although Allison knew right away that she needed the essential oils in her home, she was slower to jump into the business. She was part of another direct sales company at the time, and she was uncertain about leaving that company to join dōTERRA. When she started seeing the success of other Wellness Advocates, however, Allison knew that dōTERRA was unlike any other company. The focus on education was also a great fit for Allison. She explains,“ I was a public elementary school teacher for 10 years. Teaching oils classes was a natural fit.”

Between the earning potential and the emphasis on teaching, Allison knew dōTERRA was right for her.

Allison loves seeing the changes her family has experienced thanks to dōTERRA. Her husband, Billy, has been supportive of her in the business since day one, and they feel grateful for their financial success.“ When I came home from that first class and told Billy we needed to buy oils, we had very little money in the bank. Our finances were so tight in the situation we were in as a teacher on unpaid maternity leave and a freelance musician.” Now, Billy and Allison have been able to purchase their own home and are on their way to becoming debt free.

In addition, Allison is grateful that the residual income allows her to spend more time with her two children. When she had her first son, she did not receive paid maternity leave, which created financial stress on their family. By the time she had her second child, her dōTERRA business allowed her to step back from her work to enjoy time with

her newborn without worrying about finances. Being home with her children has been important to Allison.“ I’ ve always dreamed of being a stay-at-home mom, and dōTERRA has given me that freedom. I’ m so grateful to be able to enjoy activities with them that I thought

I’ d only be able to do on weekends.”

As she continues to build, Allison feels passionately about giving this same opportunity to other women. Her Why also includes being able to give back. In Allison’ s words,“ My husband is a cancer survivor and amputee. He runs a nonprofit called Steps of Faith Foundation. They get prosthetics to people who can’ t afford them. We love being a part of this mission, and we want to help as many people as we can.” In all that she does, Allison feels that she has been led by God to this place in her life.“ Being led here by God has been a true miracle. Our company is literally changing the world. There is something so wonderful in being part of a business that fuels your passion and connects you to a greater purpose.”

Share authentically.“ I’ m very passionate about natural health because of some health struggles I experienced. Sharing my health journey over the years has attracted people who want to help. I think people can see that sharing the oils comes from an authentic place in my heart and my life and lifestyle.”

Be a product of the product.“ I use the oils and products every day, and I can’ t imagine life without them. I think that’ s an important piece— that I am first and foremost a product of the product. I use social media often to share my love of the oils, which helps me connect to my larger network.”

Do what works for you.“ Some people may think that texting or messaging is impersonal or ineffective. I’ ve found, however, that most of the people I help— busy moms my age— prefer it. If they have been to a class or tried a sample, I usually follow up a few times via text or message, and invite them to the next step.”

Invite people to join you.“ Don’ t be afraid to invite people to join the business with you early on. It takes confidence in yourself and your long-term vision to invite people in when your paychecks are still small. But if you can wrangle your fears and invite people in, there will be no stopping you.”