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 .”