Direct sales may not be for everyone but for Donald & Claudette Beckwith, Herbalife is where it is at.
Like many people who become sales representatives, Donald and Claudette were simply looking for a way to make a little extra money each month. After learning for some time they came upon Herbalife and they were hooked. We’ve recently had the opportunity to ask them a few questions about the company and what drew them to it.
Tell us a little about Herbalife.
Herbalife is a publicly traded company that’s celebrating it’s 30th year in business and over $4 billion in sales. They are located in 72 countries and have millions of people who have changed their lives through the Herbalife opportunity. They offer a comprehensive line of nutritional and beauty products, and specialize in cellular nutrition weight loss items. Herbalife is commit ed to using the finest raw materials, rigorous product testing, precise formulation and labeling and use the highest quality policies and procedures.
What are some of the products you offer?
Some of the products we offer are:
Nutritional meal shakes – These are a great source of 24 vitamins, minerals and calcium and 20g of protein along with antioxidants
Natural defense products like Best Defense, Garden Z and Hand Sanitizer
Excellent heart health items and a core complex that target four key indicators of heart health – cholesterol, triglycerides, homo-cysteine and oxidative stress.
Protein-Powered Snack Bars, H30 sports drink(less sugar than Gatorade)
Excellent Men’s and Women’s health preventative care design for healthy aging
Essential nutrition for kids as well including shakes and multivitamins
Muscle strength and recovery protein drinks
Complete line of skincare products for your specific needs
What inspired you and your wife to become an Independent Distributor with them?
We were looking for a home based business opportunity that offered a chance to earn extra income each month I had looked at numerous home based business ideas, and this opportunity with Herbalife proved to be the best for a variety of reasons. Once involved, we learned there is so much more available to us.
When did you join?
We joined 2 month’s ago and spend approximately 10-15 hours a week currently. We made $1,400 in the first 4 weeks.
Describe the business opportunity with Herbalife for us.
The opportunity with Herbalife is awesome. You are able to work part or full time and earn what you’re worth. You can run your own business from home, the beach or anywhere. It will allow you to spend more time with family and friends. Best of all, you are helping people lead healthier, more active lives.
What are the requirements?
The cost to become a distributor with Herbalife is $299.00. This cost includes over $200.00 in Herbalife product that is a great way for new distributors to see the results of the product. Also included is company information and complete comprehensive on-line training that also includes webinars and conference calls. All products are dropped shipped to customers.
You have to work your business like a business and additional investment may be required. There is no “Microwave Millionaire” product here. You have to spend time and energy to be successful and build your dream. You must be open minded, teachable and have the desire to change your life.
What are some of the lessons you’ve learned from your business?
The training provides excellent business information and personal growth opportunities. The positive attitudes of those in charge of training is contagious. It’s nice working with people who are interested in living healthier lives and wanting to make a change in there financial lifestyle.
Any goals you hope to accomplish over the next year or so?
We anticipated being able to replace one of our incomes over the next 9 months and then the other in 18 months by working 15-20 hours a week part-time. We expect to be debt free and have more quality time to spend enjoying life and our family.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with anyone that might be considering this opportunity?
This opportunity with Herbalife is a chance to own your own business, but also have the complete support and guidance of a proven system to work from. It’s basically a turn key business opportunity for those who are open minded and teachable.