Leadership Magazines Issue 22 - Gary & Kari Sammons | Page 14

FEATURE ARTICLE
You want to be on this trip. It’s a priceless opportunity.
To have this kind of access to the owners and all the top
leaders is hard to put into words. Unlike convention and
other dōTERRA events where we need to really be with our
teams, this gave us all permission to pour into one another
and build lifelong friendships and crossline mentors which
we can all benefit from.
Kierston Kirschbaum, Presidential Diamond
This is by far my favorite trip of the year. Each year I attend
this trip I have very special moments etched into my heart
that solidify my belief in the owners and the mission of this
company. I love the personal interaction with the owners
that happens so naturally when you are visiting beautiful
places together.

PRESIDENTIAL DIAMOND TRIP 2016

Switzerland, Bulgaria, Turkey

I learned from my interactions with other Presidential
Diamonds on this trip that a lot of them have hit this
rank without a lot of control or influence from their upline
leaders. I was so impressed by their personal responsibility for
themselves and their own teams. Presidential Diamonds know
how to take control, follow and create systems, and maintain a
positive outlook on life and their dōTERRA business.

Melody Watts, Presidential Diamond
It’s always great to spend time with the owners and
top producers in dōTERRA. My mindset took a huge
leap in how I want to grow my team going forward.
I learned that there is more love and goodness in our
leadership than any company I have ever seen or been
a part of. The top leaders and executives are truly
wanting to help others be empowered. They are so
service-based and loving, and this is exactly why they
are so incredibly successful. It’s the most authentic
service-oriented group of people who accepted each
of us new Presidential Diamonds with open arms.
It was incredible to feel the love and see people
genuinely care about our success.
For those seeking to reach these higher ranks, know that
the hard work, the personal development, getting outside
of yourself and serving others—it’s all totally worth it.
Realize it’s not about you or your skills, but rather how
many lives you can touch with your God-given influence
and talent. Learn to live on an entirely new playing field
and join the ranks of world changers.

Every year, Presidential Diamonds and above go on a special trip with the executives to
bond and learn from each other. This June, they were able to attend the grand opening
of the Esseterre distillery in Bulgaria, along with enjoying the sights in Switzerland and
Istanbul, Turkey. Everyone particularly enjoyed the opportunity to paraglide through the
Alps. Here, some Presidential Diamonds share their experiences:
Kari Sammons, Presidential Diamond
This trip was special on so many levels. It was a priceless
experience to see, smell, and touch the lavender and melissa
plants thriving and growing in Bulgaria. It was wonderful
to meet the farmers that have put unending sweat,