I would like to welcome Megan Whitman! She is our first W.O.W guest blogger. I challenged her to book 3 parties in a week. And these are her thoughts!!!! Enjoy!!
A week ago I was asked to write a blog post for this great unit. I thought I would write something I’ve connected with at one of our meetings or maybe how happy people have told me I’ve been since joining Mary Kay. However, Michaela had something different in mind. For this post I was given a challenge, a week to book three parties. I had until February 4 to do this. Now this may not be that huge of a challenge for anyone else but for me, it was. Since October/November I have not given a party. So I guess because of that long period of time with no bookings or parties, I’m scared. It’s a vicious circle, I’m scared to book or give a party since it’s been so long since I’ve done one and I haven’t done one because I’m scared. So you might be asking yourself, well why even accept this challenge? Well that is simple; I don’t like to lose/let people down. I’m a very completive person. It comes from 22 years of playing sports and having a coach for a father. So I had accepted the challenge and I’m happy to say, I have successfully completed it.
Trust me; this was not an easy task. I had no idea how I was even going to approach this let alone have it completed in the time frame. Going into this challenge the first thing that came to mind was who am I going to ask? When it comes to anything dealing with me asking for help, I feel like I’m bothering that person. So with this mentality, I thought I had already bothered people about my Mary Kay business. I felt as though I keep bugging people to do things for my business whether it’s buying products, taking surveys, signing up for things, etc. I was trying to find those people who I haven’t “bugged” yet and would be willing to help out a friend. However that was my problem. I kept feeling like an imposition on people. I had to get that out of my head. These people are my friends and family, they should want to help me and thankfully I was right.
When I received this challenge the second thing that did come to my mind was my getaway in Williamsport the last weekend of February. A group of my friends who live all over PA decided we would go to Williamsport to see the new house our friend moved in to last year while having a girls weekend. This was perfect. These girls had always wanted to try the products, so why not give a party while I’m on a weekend getaway. I called my friends just to make sure this was alright, and they were thrilled. I was so happy to get the first booking done and so quickly. So one booking down and two more to go.
For the second booking I decided to ask a new co-worker. She just started a month ago so I haven’t said much to her about Mary Kay. I went in there explaining the challenge and how it would really help me out. I explained how it could be a chance for her and her friends to hang out without the kids. She agreed right away after that. It seemed pretty easy. Within a couple hours I already had two bookings for February. Why was I so scared to do this before? Why did I let my fear get in the way for so long? Of course, not every situation is the same so not every booking will be this easy. The third booking was the hardest one. This booking took more time and patience. I did receive a couple no’s but it was more because of timing then not wanting to have a party. Since it wasn’t a flat out refusal, I didn’t get discourage and I tried to push along. I decided to reach out to someone I haven’t seen or talk to in awhile. Thinking maybe this would be a great way for us to catch up as well and it worked.
I called my cousin Courtney who I have been close with but haven’t seen or talked to much lately due to work schedules. I asked if she would like to hold a party and she said yes. Simple as that. She gave me a date, I gave her a time. I was so excited! Not only was this a chance for me to book a party, see my cousin (and possibly other family members) while showing them the great products of Mary Kay and coming up with a party theme but I just completed the challenge!
I started out being scared and thinking no one would want to do this and ended up booking three parties in February. By completing the challenge I learned that if I just try and put time into this business, things can and will happen. I just have to get past my fear of refusals and of course my shyness. I need to put myself out there and when I do, great things can happen.
Now that the bookings are done I am excited for what’s to come however in the back of my mind is a different fear. This fear is of public speaking and the potential of messing up. I know that this is something that will go away with time and more parties. I just have to trust myself and remember that I have an entire unit behind me and they are cheering me on.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Weekly accomplishments
CONGRATULATIONS to our Queens this week:
Shaleen had $400+ in sales
Carly had 5 bookings!!!!!
Kelly was our Queen of sharing with 1 interview scheduled!!
We also are booking up our "Interview Mania Week"!!!! So far 6 women are signed up!!we have 3 more time slots. Our goal is 50 interviews during that week so don't just stop at the 5 you are doing with me!! Bring guests to our meeting Mondays and to the "find your perfect match" event!!!!
BIG things are in the making for FEB!!!!!
ALSO let's talk about who accomplished some of their assignments last week:
Jessica Roldan-Maldonado had 3 bookings and has 3 interviews scheduled. I am also really proud pf all the work she is doing as a new beauty consultant!
Danielle Hirt made 3 bookings, 2 interviews, and got referrals this past week
Carly Jordan had 5 bookings and so far has 8 bookings for Feb!!!! She has also made a decision to become a Sales Director!
Kelly Getzfread made 1 booking and is very excited about an upcoming interview!
Andrea LaPaorte had a fabulous double facial ($321) and scheduled 2 interviews and 1 booking.
**** if I missed anyone and you didn't email me your assignment results please send them so I can include you****
CONGRATULATIONS I AM A PROUD DIRECTOR!!!!!
Shaleen had $400+ in sales
Carly had 5 bookings!!!!!
Kelly was our Queen of sharing with 1 interview scheduled!!
We also are booking up our "Interview Mania Week"!!!! So far 6 women are signed up!!we have 3 more time slots. Our goal is 50 interviews during that week so don't just stop at the 5 you are doing with me!! Bring guests to our meeting Mondays and to the "find your perfect match" event!!!!
BIG things are in the making for FEB!!!!!
ALSO let's talk about who accomplished some of their assignments last week:
Jessica Roldan-Maldonado had 3 bookings and has 3 interviews scheduled. I am also really proud pf all the work she is doing as a new beauty consultant!
Danielle Hirt made 3 bookings, 2 interviews, and got referrals this past week
Carly Jordan had 5 bookings and so far has 8 bookings for Feb!!!! She has also made a decision to become a Sales Director!
Kelly Getzfread made 1 booking and is very excited about an upcoming interview!
Andrea LaPaorte had a fabulous double facial ($321) and scheduled 2 interviews and 1 booking.
**** if I missed anyone and you didn't email me your assignment results please send them so I can include you****
CONGRATULATIONS I AM A PROUD DIRECTOR!!!!!
Monday, January 24, 2011
S.W.E.E.T Retreat
I would like to introduce our next guest blogger. Her name is Carly Jordan and she was my very FIRST recruit!!!! She recently caught the vision and has been on fire with her business ever since!! I am proud to call her my first team member and my friend. I think she did a great job on this blog...let's see what she has to say about our recent SWEET retreat in Hershey, PA.
Maureen Ledda, our Senior National Sales Director, is an amazing woman to be around. Her presence is unparalleled and I can only imagine that she comes a close second to making you feel the way Mary Kay Ash herself would have made you feel. You have to meet her yourself to remotely understand the amazing aura she gives off. However, the inspiration that S.W.E.E.T. Retreat brought to all the women there was unparalleled as well and I'd like to share one of the main themes of the weekend with you.
The theme this year was music. However, it wasn't necessarily the music itself that was inspiring but the ability to find your own music and to make music with others. Are you singing your own song? More importantly, are you listening for anyone elses' song?
Here's the metaphor. We all sing our own song. Some of us sing as rockers, some of us are operatic and others still may even be a lil bit country. However, when we work and live together, no matter our style we all have the ability to make beautiful music together. I'm not sure what the parallel musical style would be for my song, but I do know that I'm still learning my song. I'm finding new notes each day and fine tuning them as I go along. I'm slowly but surely learning what makes me happy, who makes me feel good and what types of "notes" I should stay away from that have left a sour note in my life.
Are you an introvert, an extrovert, a talker, a listener, a believer, a leader, a follower or a dreamer? What works best for you in life? How about in this business? No matter what your song sounds like, are you learning the tune and the words to YOU?
Now ask yourself, are you making beautiful music with others or are you just making noise?
The message here is two-fold. It is important, if not imperative, that you find your song and learn to sing it out loud. Be yourself. Think about whether you have chosen to live your life on a path that was chosen for you or one that you have built yourself. Either way, you need to be confident that you are on the correct path and moving in the direction that you are happy with.
Next, It becomes important for you to listen to others songs. Are you tuning your song to mesh with others or is your music so loud that no one else can sing their song? Learn to honor others styles in order to make beautiful music with them. Do not change your song. Tune yourself up or down to meet one another somewhere you can both make beautiful music together.
I'm taking this theme to heart. I want to make beautiful music with everyone around me. Even those who may strike a sour note with me, I'm betting I could tune myself to match some sort of harmony with them. I have faith and belief that there is music to be made with everyone around us and it is our job, our mission, to pave the way.
SING YOUR SONG AND LET'S MAKE MUSIC TOGETHER!
We're on our way to the top together and will be a Cadillac Unit very, very soon.
One of my favorite songs that has helped me find my own music is "Mrs. Potter's Lullaby" by the Counting Crows. It may not be the song for you, but I will leave you with a quote from the song...
"If you've never stared off into the distance then your life is a shame." What do you see in the distance? Is the song that you're singing now the one that will get you there?
Carly
Maureen Ledda, our Senior National Sales Director, is an amazing woman to be around. Her presence is unparalleled and I can only imagine that she comes a close second to making you feel the way Mary Kay Ash herself would have made you feel. You have to meet her yourself to remotely understand the amazing aura she gives off. However, the inspiration that S.W.E.E.T. Retreat brought to all the women there was unparalleled as well and I'd like to share one of the main themes of the weekend with you.
The theme this year was music. However, it wasn't necessarily the music itself that was inspiring but the ability to find your own music and to make music with others. Are you singing your own song? More importantly, are you listening for anyone elses' song?
Here's the metaphor. We all sing our own song. Some of us sing as rockers, some of us are operatic and others still may even be a lil bit country. However, when we work and live together, no matter our style we all have the ability to make beautiful music together. I'm not sure what the parallel musical style would be for my song, but I do know that I'm still learning my song. I'm finding new notes each day and fine tuning them as I go along. I'm slowly but surely learning what makes me happy, who makes me feel good and what types of "notes" I should stay away from that have left a sour note in my life.
Are you an introvert, an extrovert, a talker, a listener, a believer, a leader, a follower or a dreamer? What works best for you in life? How about in this business? No matter what your song sounds like, are you learning the tune and the words to YOU?
Now ask yourself, are you making beautiful music with others or are you just making noise?
The message here is two-fold. It is important, if not imperative, that you find your song and learn to sing it out loud. Be yourself. Think about whether you have chosen to live your life on a path that was chosen for you or one that you have built yourself. Either way, you need to be confident that you are on the correct path and moving in the direction that you are happy with.
Next, It becomes important for you to listen to others songs. Are you tuning your song to mesh with others or is your music so loud that no one else can sing their song? Learn to honor others styles in order to make beautiful music with them. Do not change your song. Tune yourself up or down to meet one another somewhere you can both make beautiful music together.
I'm taking this theme to heart. I want to make beautiful music with everyone around me. Even those who may strike a sour note with me, I'm betting I could tune myself to match some sort of harmony with them. I have faith and belief that there is music to be made with everyone around us and it is our job, our mission, to pave the way.
SING YOUR SONG AND LET'S MAKE MUSIC TOGETHER!
We're on our way to the top together and will be a Cadillac Unit very, very soon.
One of my favorite songs that has helped me find my own music is "Mrs. Potter's Lullaby" by the Counting Crows. It may not be the song for you, but I will leave you with a quote from the song...
"If you've never stared off into the distance then your life is a shame." What do you see in the distance? Is the song that you're singing now the one that will get you there?
Carly
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Guest blogger-the FABULOUS Kelly Getzfread!!!
This blog is for our unit and I want the women who make up this unit to be a huge part of it. Today Kelly Getzfread is our guest blogger. She is my personal team member of mine and started her Mary Kay business last year and came in as a star consultant. She became a Sr Consultant in November and her team member is the amazing Megan Whitman. Thank you Kelly for being our guest blogger today!!!
20 January 2011
Models!!!!
Now is the time for us to SHINE, because we are STARS!!! …or will be by the end of this quarter!!
Joining this company is one of the best decisions I have made in a long time. Being around encouraging, strong, confident women opened my eyes and made me realize I have way more to offer this world than the small amount of energy I have been putting into it. I am currently running my business at a slow pace, but I have decided it is time for a HUGE change! It’s time to stop underestimating myself, being down in the dumps, making excuses and holding back. God gave us all a gift; it’s called being you! One of my favorite quotes is by Dr. Suess- “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” You are the only one who can keep yourself from making your dreams come true, so go and show the world what you have to offer!!!
I know I am not the only one who is guilty of letting the stress of life get in the way of their goals. This is why people say you are your own worst enemy. Too often I find myself making excuses of why I can’t do things. If you were at the meeting this week, there was a pretty clear message:
“Declare War on Your Dream Stealers.”
“Life is a Choice, You can Choose Success or Failure”
These are two powerful quotes that stood out most to me. So here is my proposal…. Cut the “poo” out of your life! Who will join me in this lovely adventure? If you know of anyone or anything that is toxic to your life and happiness, get rid of it! This will allow you to focus on the positive things in life, things that make you thrive, things that bring a smile to your face! What more can you ask for?
What has Mary Kay done for me so far? This company gave me the opportunity to share the opportunity, meet incredible people, make new friends, make money, make people smile, gave women confidence, gained more confidence in myself, learn new things and most importantly, gave me the satisfaction of knowing that the sky truly is the limit and there is nothing I can’t do. One face at a time… you will see me at the top! Who plans on joining me up there? Who wants to rock that red jacket and then a director’s suit? Who wants to pull into the driveway of that person who said you couldn’t or wouldn’t earn you first, second third, or tenth car and lay on your horn shouting “ Heyyy, I told ya I was gonna get my car!” just like Gloria Mayfield Banks did? Who wants to go on trips all over the world with some pretty awesome people? I do, that’s for sure! Why put off until tomorrow what you can do today? This Friday will be my first stop on my fast track to Cadillac! SWEET Retreat, here I come!
Thank you, Michaela for all of your hard work and dedication to making us such an amazing Unit! Love you!
“I’m a dreamer, I’m a believer, a tomorrow leader. I’ve been dreaming for all my life and this is my chance….”
(Lovely Ladies, one last thing. Go to www.YouTube.com type in Black Eyed Peas – Own it. Listen to the words and take it all in. I first heard this song on Oprah for her new network OWN. Although she is not in Mary Kay, she is one of the most confident and successful women in the world. She’s not a bad person to look up to as far as starting with nothing and becoming something spectacular! I am declaring this song as Michaela’s Millionaire Model Unit’s official anthem! Enjoy! Xoxo.)
Kelly Getzfread
20 January 2011
Models!!!!
Now is the time for us to SHINE, because we are STARS!!! …or will be by the end of this quarter!!
Joining this company is one of the best decisions I have made in a long time. Being around encouraging, strong, confident women opened my eyes and made me realize I have way more to offer this world than the small amount of energy I have been putting into it. I am currently running my business at a slow pace, but I have decided it is time for a HUGE change! It’s time to stop underestimating myself, being down in the dumps, making excuses and holding back. God gave us all a gift; it’s called being you! One of my favorite quotes is by Dr. Suess- “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” You are the only one who can keep yourself from making your dreams come true, so go and show the world what you have to offer!!!
I know I am not the only one who is guilty of letting the stress of life get in the way of their goals. This is why people say you are your own worst enemy. Too often I find myself making excuses of why I can’t do things. If you were at the meeting this week, there was a pretty clear message:
“Declare War on Your Dream Stealers.”
“Life is a Choice, You can Choose Success or Failure”
These are two powerful quotes that stood out most to me. So here is my proposal…. Cut the “poo” out of your life! Who will join me in this lovely adventure? If you know of anyone or anything that is toxic to your life and happiness, get rid of it! This will allow you to focus on the positive things in life, things that make you thrive, things that bring a smile to your face! What more can you ask for?
What has Mary Kay done for me so far? This company gave me the opportunity to share the opportunity, meet incredible people, make new friends, make money, make people smile, gave women confidence, gained more confidence in myself, learn new things and most importantly, gave me the satisfaction of knowing that the sky truly is the limit and there is nothing I can’t do. One face at a time… you will see me at the top! Who plans on joining me up there? Who wants to rock that red jacket and then a director’s suit? Who wants to pull into the driveway of that person who said you couldn’t or wouldn’t earn you first, second third, or tenth car and lay on your horn shouting “ Heyyy, I told ya I was gonna get my car!” just like Gloria Mayfield Banks did? Who wants to go on trips all over the world with some pretty awesome people? I do, that’s for sure! Why put off until tomorrow what you can do today? This Friday will be my first stop on my fast track to Cadillac! SWEET Retreat, here I come!
Thank you, Michaela for all of your hard work and dedication to making us such an amazing Unit! Love you!
“I’m a dreamer, I’m a believer, a tomorrow leader. I’ve been dreaming for all my life and this is my chance….”
(Lovely Ladies, one last thing. Go to www.YouTube.com type in Black Eyed Peas – Own it. Listen to the words and take it all in. I first heard this song on Oprah for her new network OWN. Although she is not in Mary Kay, she is one of the most confident and successful women in the world. She’s not a bad person to look up to as far as starting with nothing and becoming something spectacular! I am declaring this song as Michaela’s Millionaire Model Unit’s official anthem! Enjoy! Xoxo.)
Kelly Getzfread
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
WOW!!!! What a week I had in Houston Texas at Leadership Conference 2011!!!!! To check out some pictures go to...
The NEW limited edition products are fabulous and the NEW foundations will rock your socks off!
If you missed the meeting Monday you missed a good one!! I showed all the new products I received for free at Leadership, the new foundations, the foundation primer, the new foundation application brush and read some of my notes from my classes, also I showed some video clips shown at the conference. You never want to miss a meeting ladies!!!!
I want to give a shout out to our Queens for the week...
Queen of Sales...Amanda Hillyer with 10 faces and over $550 in sales! You go girl!!!
Queen of sharing...Amanda Hillyer!!
Queen of booking...Carly Jordan who is on a roll!!!
Also Amanda and Carly are on target to be STAR CONSULTANTS This quarter!!!! Who else wants to join them??? I know a lot of you are close to being on target!!! Let's work it ladies!!! We are WOW...WOMEN OUT WORKING!!!
See you FRIDAY at S.W.E.E.T Retreat or next Monday at the meeting. The meeting topic is "if you can January and February you can March on through". Let's get our Career Conference goals sharpened and on fire!! How many tables can we fill at the Puttin on the Glitz luncheon??? See you then!!
Lots of love,
Michaela
The NEW limited edition products are fabulous and the NEW foundations will rock your socks off!
If you missed the meeting Monday you missed a good one!! I showed all the new products I received for free at Leadership, the new foundations, the foundation primer, the new foundation application brush and read some of my notes from my classes, also I showed some video clips shown at the conference. You never want to miss a meeting ladies!!!!
I want to give a shout out to our Queens for the week...
Queen of Sales...Amanda Hillyer with 10 faces and over $550 in sales! You go girl!!!
Queen of sharing...Amanda Hillyer!!
Queen of booking...Carly Jordan who is on a roll!!!
Also Amanda and Carly are on target to be STAR CONSULTANTS This quarter!!!! Who else wants to join them??? I know a lot of you are close to being on target!!! Let's work it ladies!!! We are WOW...WOMEN OUT WORKING!!!
See you FRIDAY at S.W.E.E.T Retreat or next Monday at the meeting. The meeting topic is "if you can January and February you can March on through". Let's get our Career Conference goals sharpened and on fire!! How many tables can we fill at the Puttin on the Glitz luncheon??? See you then!!
Lots of love,
Michaela
Monday, January 3, 2011
DECEMBER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
DECEMBER TOP WHOLESALE CONSULTANTS
CARLY JORDAN (with over $1,000 wholesale)
Kathryn Dinkelacker
Amanda Hillyer
DECEMBER MEDAL WINNERS
BRONZE MEDAL: Kathryn Dinkelacker
Who will earn a medal in January???
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
LEDDA AREA TOP 50
7/1/10 - 6/30/11
Ledda Area Consultants retail as of
November 30th, 2010
| CONSULTANT | UNIT | YTD RETAIL | |
| 1 | Dianne Kring | Judy Stafford Unit | $15,119.00 |
| 2 | Dawn Hake | Sheri Miter Unit | $13,782.00 |
| 3 | Kathi Kiernan | Nan Patrick Unit | $13,239.50 |
| 4 | Barbara Sullivan-Angermann | Jeri-Lynn Arocho Unit | $13,229.00 |
| 5 | Michele Jordan | D'Anna Brown Unit | $12,449.00 |
| 6 | Stephanie Matushoneck | Carol List Unit | $12,273.50 |
| 7 | Maureen Lehet | Christine Whitcher Unit | $11,590.50 |
| 8 | Jennette McFadden-Norton | Diane DePue Unit | $11,063.50 |
| 9 | Danielle Hirt | Kimberly Hirt Unit | $10,774.00 |
| 10 | Tricia Stampfli | Sheri Miter Unit | $10,749.00 |
| 11 | Lynn Bell | Christine Whitcher Unit | $10,391.50 |
| 12 | Eileen Browning | Nancy Denny Unit | $10,346.50 |
| 13 | Wendy Gilligan | Sheri Miter Unit | $10,263.50 |
| 14 | Lucille Lopez | Connie Lustig Unit | $10,107.50 |
| 15 | Heather Dinkelacker | Michaela Parlett Unit | $9,591.00 |
| 16 | Alexandra Moses | Kathleen Moses Unit | $9,237.00 |
| 17 | Julie Citorik | Nan Patrick Unit | $9,156.00 |
| 18 | Marian Burrell | Jo Gulvas Unit | $9,121.50 |
| 19 | Ann Karosas | Jo Gulvas Unit | $7,928.50 |
| 20 | Jennifer Showalter | Sheri Miter Unit | $7,919.50 |
| 21 | Kathy Chapman | Carol List Unit | $7,841.50 |
| 22 | Stacey Moffat | Karen Fernandez Unit | $7,821.00 |
| 23 | Mary Sacco | Laura Nixon Unit | $7,600.50 |
| 24 | Megan Hickey | Kimberly Hirt Unit | $7,583.50 |
| 25 | Ann Garvey | Nan Patrick Unit | $7,452.00 |
| 26 | Elizabeth Beall | Terri Lord Unit | $7,356.00 |
| 27 | Kimberly Lockett | Connie Lustig Unit | $7,322.00 |
| 28 | Ruth Raym | Jodie Gualano Unit | $7,301.50 |
| 29 | Caitlin Godley | Michaela Parlett Unit | $7,276.50 |
| 30 | Dae Pickerell | Maureen Ledda Unit | $7,261.00 |
| 31 | Meredith Kost | Nancy Denny Unit | $7,252.00 |
| 32 | Rita Fletcher | Kathleen Moses Unit | $7,103.00 |
| 33 | Kelley Morris | Carol List Unit | $7,076.00 |
| 34 | Donna Brosseau | Christine Whitcher Unit | $6,852.00 |
| 35 | Janice Olson | Nan Patrick Unit | $6,775.50 |
| 36 | Marcia Greenson | Maureen Ledda Unit | $6,748.50 |
| 37 | Kathryn Duncan | Judy Stafford Unit | $6,653.50 |
| 38 | Deborah Marrer | Diane DePue Unit | $6,614.50 |
| 39 | Marie Boyd | Connie Lustig Unit | $6,500.50 |
| 40 | Laura Arnold | Terri Lord Unit | $6,461.50 |
| 41 | Sandra Bauman | Laura Nixon Unit | $6,428.50 |
| 42 | Linda O'Connell-Reyel | Christine Whitcher Unit | $6,402.50 |
| 43 | Cheryl Sergi | Nancy Denny Unit | $6,318.50 |
| 44 | Jolene Merritt | Kimberly Hirt Unit | $6,312.00 |
| 45 | Janine Labagh | Jodie Gualano Unit | $6,279.50 |
| 46 | Kathryn Dinkelacker | Michaela Parlett Unit | $6,268.00 |
| 47 | Christine Tuttle | Laura Nixon Unit | $6,233.00 |
| 48 | Sandy Goyer | Sheri Miter Unit | $6,090.00 |
| 49 | Patricia Bernheim | Kathleen Moses Unit | $6,079.50 |
| 50 | Madonna Damour | Christine Whitcher Unit | $5,861.00 |
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